In some couples, infertility is complicated by or related to another underlying medical condition. For these couples it is important that the infertility center also be associated with a full-service medical center that can treat or manage other medical conditions to improve the chance for a successful pregnancy and a healthy outcome for mother and baby. With this program, in vitro fertilization is done using eggs from a donor and sperm from the recipient's husband. When fertilization is accomplished in vitro , the embryo is placed into the woman's uterus. Using eggs from younger women dramatically increases the chance for pregnancy with IVF in women over age 40.
Many couples like to have a relative or friend donate eggs.
When this is not possible, our fertility specialists will match you with an anonymous donor who meets the program's strict criteria and your own personal preferences. The Cleveland Clinic's 850 physicians and scientists provide care and conduct research in more than 100 specialties and subspecialties. All of these specialties are present in one facility, so prompt multidisciplinary consultation, diagnosis and treatment are readily available.