For fresh, nondonor eggs, the live birth rate per cycle was 19.6 percent. When donor eggs were used, the live birth rate per cycle was about 30 percent. The woman's overall health Genetic factors Age is the most important factor affecting the chances of live birth when the woman's own eggs are used. Unfortunately, there is no guarantee, even for women younger than age 34, that a round of assisted reproductive technology will be successful. Couples who decide to undergo infertility treatment face what can become an emotional roller coaster, and the decision to discontinue treatment carries with it the disappointment of giving up a dream.
Support groups are available for couples dealing with issues of infertility.
Links to these and other web sites are provided at the end of this article. Assisted reproductive technology raises many ethical issues. Cost When it comes to deciding whether or not to try infertility treatments, cost is one of the biggest deterrents. Fertility medications are expensive, and they may or may not be covered under different insurance plans. The cost of egg retrieval includes anesthesiology, surgical, and laboratory fees that can approach thousands of dollars in only a few days.