28 February 2017
The Definitive Guide to Endometriosis
What is Endometriosis? Endometriosis is a condition found in women where tissue that makes up the womb lining (endometrium) is found outside the womb, such as in the ovaries and fallopian tubes, the outside of the womb, the bowel or bladder, and the inside of the abdominal lining. The tissue acts like endometrium tissue building… View Article
20 February 2017
An Interview with IVI London Counsellor – Helen Swords
All patients seeking counselling are offered a friendly and respectful welcome, in a dedicated counselling space designed to create a relaxed environment. Counselling will provide emotional support and information to help manage stress, and difficult thoughts or feelings that may arise through the fertility journey.
6 February 2017
A quick guide to Egg Vitrification
Women’s eggs are difficult to freeze – they are the biggest cell in the body and contain a large amount of water. Previous freezing techniques had a low egg survival rate because the water inside the cell created crystals that destroyed it. 90% of the eggs survive the vitrification process and 98% of these eggs then survive the thawing process.
31 January 2017
5 Common Causes of Male Infertility
In our everyday lives, male infertility issues can often be overlooked, as there tends to be more of a female-fertility focus in the media. However, at IVI UK we understand that this should not be the case as male-related infertility issues are just as important and relevant if you and your partner are having difficulties getting pregnant. Approximately 30% of fertility issues are due to male fertility factors, 30% due to female fertility factors and the remaining 40% of issues are due to either a combination of factors or unexplained.
21 December 2016
IVI UK- flagship clinic now open in London
IVI has now launched in the UK, with a flagship clinic in the heart of London’s medical district.
20 December 2016
IVI and the Oxford University Hospitals Trust – working for the future fertility of young cancer survivors
As part of IVI’s commitment to the evolution of and social responsibility in reproductive medicine, we have donated £250,000 to the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
