This multiple oocyte development increases the chances for fertilization, and subsequently, pregnancy. It is effective in overcoming a variety of infertility problems, particularly tubal problems or marked sperm problems. Stage One - Urofollitropin for injection, purified, may be used to stimulate the development of multiple follicles. Stage Three-The eggs are transferred to a laboratory dish where they are fertilized by sperm collected from the male partner. A mixture of sperm and eggs is placed directly into one of the woman's fallopian tubes during a laparoscopy.
Conception can occur in the fallopian tube.
Once fertilized, the embryo then travels into the uterus, just as in a natural cycle. As with other ART procedures, GIFT requires that the woman's ovaries first be stimulated with hormonal medication to encourage the development of multiple oocytes. This enhances the possibility of fertilization. With GIFT, fertilization takes place inside the woman's body. However, GIFT can only be used in patients with healthy fallopian tubes.