Women over 40 are increasingly considering the possibility of becoming mothers. At this age, questions arise: what are the specifics of treatment? When is it advisable to use donor eggs? According to international studies, about 30% of women between the ages of 40 and 44 resort to assisted reproductive technologies, including in vitro fertilization (IVF), to fulfill their dream of having a child.
The impact of age on reproductive function
The optimal age range for conception is 18–20 to 30–35 years. During this period, ovarian reserve remains high and overall health is good. However, after the age of 35, there is a natural decline in fertility, and by the age of 40–45, the egg supply is significantly reduced. Chronic diseases often worsen, and the chances of natural conception decrease significantly.
Nevertheless, thanks to advances in reproductive medicine, pregnancy after 40 with IVF has become a real possibility. According to clinical data, when using donor eggs in women over 40, the pregnancy rate reaches 50–60% in one cycle. The success rate is influenced by the age of both partners, the condition of the ovarian reserve, the presence of concomitant diseases, as well as the professionalism of the doctors and the technical equipment of the clinic.
Features of IVF after 40
When planning IVF for women of mature age, doctors strive to:
- obtain the maximum number of high-quality eggs in one stimulation cycle;
- ensure optimal preparation of the endometrium for embryo implantation;
- minimize side effects and reduce the burden on the patient’s body.
Donor cells: when is it necessary?
Couples over the age of 40–45 are often recommended to use IVF with egg donation or IVF with double donation. This is especially relevant:
- in cases of significantly reduced ovarian reserve;
- in cases of azoospermia, when it is impossible to obtain sperm even after biopsy.
Advantages of donor eggs
The use of donor reproductive cells significantly increases the effectiveness of IVF in late reproductive age:
- the number of embryos obtained increases;
- their quality improves;
- the risk of age-related genetic abnormalities is minimized, as eggs and/or sperm from young, healthy donors are used.
What affects the success of an IVF program?
The effectiveness of IVF largely depends on the experience of the reproductive specialist and the level of technical equipment at the clinic. It is important to undergo examination and treatment under the supervision of ART specialists at a medical center that has its own embryology laboratory and advanced technologies.
The Natuvitro clinic has a team of highly qualified specialists and innovative equipment, which allows us to offer women an individual approach, a full range of diagnostics, and the most effective treatment plans.
Consultation and getting started
To select the optimal IVF program for your age and current health, make an appointment by calling the number listed on the website or using the online form in the “Contacts” section.
