International Standard Procedures and Selection Strategies for In Vitro Fertilization
In vitro fertilization (IVF) is the “Symphony of Life” of modern medicine, and has brought hope to millions of families around the world. However, this scientific journey is full of precise steps and strict criteria. This article will combine the International Society for Reproductive Medicine (ISRM) guidelines with cutting-edge research findings to systematically analyze the core requirements and the entire process of IVF, so as to help you make an informed decision. Chapter 1: Global Entry Thresholds of IVF IVF is not an “at-will” technology, and countries generally follow strict medical ethical standards. According to the latest World Health Organization (WHO) 2023 consensus, indications include: Basic medical indications Tubal infertility: bilateral tubal obstruction/removal (occurs in 35-40% of IVF cases)Male fertility disorders: severe oligospermia (sperm concentration <5×10⁶/ml) or irreversible azoospermia (requiring testicular sperm retrieval)Ovulatory dysfunction: e.g. polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) for which medication is ineffectiveEndometriosis: stage III-IV resulting in pelvic structural abnormalities (ASRM staging criteria)Genetic disorders: monogenic diseases (e.g. cystic fibrosis) or chromosomal translocation carriers Additional conditions Fertility assessment: female AMH ≥1.1ng/ml and basal sinus follicle count (AFC) ≥5Ethical review: most countries prohibit non-medically necessary sex selectionPsychological assessment: professional psychological counseling is required to confirm the psychological tolerance. Case inspiration Sophie (38) from France successfully gave birth to twins through IVF after two years of failed natural conception due to bilateral tubal blockage. “The doctor used a 3D model to show me the structure of the fallopian tubes, and the power of that science was mind-blowing.” She recalls. Chapter 2: A scientific symphony of three generations of technology The first generation of in vitro fertilization (IVF-ET): an in vitro continuation of the laws of nature Core of the technology: simulating the environment of the fallopian tube, allowing sperm and egg to combine freelyApplicable people: Tubal infertility (68%)Unexplained infertility (after 3 failed…