QuestionI am carrier of reciprocal balance translocation. I had several miscarriages in the past 3 years. Recently I had an IVF with significant amount of embryos produced. Unfortunately, all embryos had unbalanced amount of chromosomes. Based on your knowledge and experience, what chances do I have to have normal embryo during next IVF cycle? Is it even worth trying?
AnswerHello,
I'm sorry, I don't have enough information to answer this question. You would need to provide me with the exact genetic problem, for me to answer, and problably it is best directed to a genetic counselor to find out your statistical chances of having a normal embryo. I presume that your IVF doctor, checked to make sure that there was the possiblity of having a normal embryo prior to your IVF cycle. In addition, age is an issue in terms of chromosomal abnormalities with IVF as well. This is a question you should definitely ask your IVF doctor. In your case, donor eggs might be the best treatment option.
Sincerely,
Edward J. Ramirez, M.D., FACOG
Executive Medical Director
The Fertility and Gynecology Center
Monterey Bay IVF Program
www.montereybayivf.com
Monterey, California, U.S.A.
