Own IVF Cycle + Frozen egg donation

The combined in vitro fertilization (IVF) program, which integrates a patient’s own cycle with the use of donor frozen eggs, is an effective solution for women who wish to attempt pregnancy with their own oocytes while also having a backup option in case of insufficient ovarian response.

What is a Combined Program “Own IVF Cycle + Donor Frozen Eggs”

This approach involves stimulating the patient’s ovaries to obtain her own eggs while also utilizing frozen donor oocytes if the retrieved eggs are of insufficient quality or quantity. This significantly increases the chances of successful fertilization.

Who is This Program Suitable For?

1. Women with diminished ovarian reserve, who are at risk of obtaining an insufficient number of high-quality eggs.
2. Patients who have had unsuccessful IVF attempts due to poor quality or low quantity of their own oocytes.
3. Women who want to try conceiving with their own eggs but are open to considering donor eggs as an additional option.
4. Cases of age-related infertility, where egg quality declines, and using donor oocytes increases the chances of successful implantation.

How Does the Procedure Work?

1. Preparation and Examination. Before starting the program, the woman undergoes a comprehensive medical evaluation, including:

• Hormonal tests to assess ovarian reserve.
• Ultrasound monitoring of the ovaries and uterus.
• Blood tests and partner evaluation (including a sperm analysis).

At this stage, frozen donor oocytes are also selected as a backup option in case the patient’s own eggs are insufficient in number or quality.

2. Ovulation Stimulation and Egg Retrieval. The woman undergoes hormonal stimulation to promote follicular growth, with regular ultrasound monitoring throughout the process. Once the follicles reach maturity, egg retrieval (follicular puncture) is performed under light anesthesia to collect the patient’s own oocytes.
3. Preparation of Donor Oocytes. If the retrieved own eggs are insufficient, the pre-selected frozen donor eggs are used. These oocytes undergo thawing and preparation for fertilization to ensure optimal conditions for embryo development.
4. Fertilization and Embryo Cultivation. All retrieved oocytes (both own and donor) are fertilized using the ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection) method with sperm from either the partner or a donor. The fertilized eggs are then placed in a special culture medium, where they develop into embryos over the next 3–5 days.
5. Selection of the Best Embryos and Transfer. After cultivation, the embryologist selects the highest-quality embryos for transfer into the woman’s uterus.
6. Luteal Support and Waiting for Results. The woman receives hormonal support to aid in the embryo’s implantation in the endometrium. A pregnancy test is conducted 10–14 days after the transfer to check for successful implantation.

Advantages of the Combined Program

• The option to use own eggs before resorting to donor eggs.
• Higher chances of obtaining high-quality embryos.
• Increased likelihood of successful fertilization and pregnancy.
• A flexible approach to infertility treatment.

The “Own IVF Cycle + Donor Frozen Eggs” program at Ovumia Alternatyva Group is an excellent choice for those who wish to maximize their own resources while maintaining a high chance of success through the use of high-quality donor oocytes.

Ovumia Alternatyva Group is an international network of reproductive medicine clinics that combines innovative infertility treatment methods with a personalized approach for each patient. Our specialists have many years of experience in assisted reproductive technologies and use the most advanced equipment to achieve the best results. We offer a wide range of IVF programs, ensuring a high level of safety, comfort, and professional support at every stage of treatment.