In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)

After down-regulation, daily subcutaneous FSH injections stimulate multifollicular development over 8-14 days, monitored by transvaginal ultrasound. A trigger injection (hCG or GnRH agonist) is given 36 hours before ultrasound-guided transvaginal needle aspiration of follicles under sedation. Oocytes are fertilised by conventional insemination or ICSI and cultured to day 3-5. One blastocyst is loaded into a soft catheter and transferred transcervically into the uterine cavity; remaining good-quality embryos are vitrified.

1. 1Pre-treatment investigations: ovarian reserve testing (AMH, antral follicle count), semen analysis, screening for blood-borne viruses, and pelvic ultrasound.
2. 2Optimise BMI, stop smoking, limit caffeine and alcohol, and start folic acid 400 mcg daily.
3. 3Counselling on success rates, multiple-pregnancy risk and ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome.
4. 4Teaching session to learn self-administration of subcutaneous injections.
5. 5Confirm a treatment calendar and arrange time off work for monitoring scans, egg collection and transfer.

1. 1Day of egg collection: Rest at the clinic for 1-2 hours under monitoring before discharge; mild cramping and spotting are normal.
2. 2Days 1-5: Avoid strenuous exercise, heavy lifting and intercourse; continue luteal-phase progesterone support.
3. 3Day of transfer: Brief outpatient procedure; resume light activity immediately.
4. 4Days 1-14 after transfer: Normal daily activity; avoid alcohol and unprescribed medication.
5. 5Day 12-14: Beta-hCG blood test to confirm pregnancy.
6. 6Week 7: Early viability ultrasound scan if pregnant.

Typically $15,000 to $30,000, according to IVFPath, 2026.

Plan on about 21 days, from arrival to the flight home. Your surgeon will confirm when it is safe to travel.

Most U.S. health plans do not pay for elective surgery abroad, and cosmetic procedures are not covered at all. The CDC also warns that care for complications after surgery abroad may not be covered, so check your plan before you book.