
Risks of IVF – Six Rare Complications of IVF Treatment
Thousands of American women have fertility treatments including IVF every year, and it has been proven to be safe over time. However, in very rare cases, there may be complications which can be serious.
The American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) identifies risks in these six areas:• Medications
• Egg retrieval
• Embryo transfer
• Multiple pregnancy
• Birth defects
• Miscarriage and ectopic pregnancyIt’s important to remember that these complications are rare, and that your fertility specialist will monitor you closely and use all her or his experience and expertise to prevent any of them from happening to you.

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