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In Vitro Fertilization Directory
In vitro vertilization, or IVF, is an infertility treatment. Because of its high cost, it is not often the first choice of treatment. After hormonal treatment to help a woman's body develop more eggs, a doctor will combine those eggs with the partner's sperm and allow them to grow under close observation. When they are ready, they will be put back into the uterus to fully develop. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how in vitro fertilization is done, its cost and success rates, complications, and much more.
Medical Reference
Your Guide to Female Infertility
WebMD explains causes and risk factors for female infertility.
Infertility Symptoms in Men and Women
WebMD explains the symptoms of infertility in men and women.
Should You Use an Egg Donor?
If a couple cannot be helped through procedures such as in vitro fertilization, they may want to consider using donor eggs. WebMD explains the process, including what a legal contract with an egg donor should spell out.
Infertility and In Vitro Fertilization
Learn more about in vitro fertilization -- or IVF -- including how it's done and success rates.
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Life With Twins: Spring Kapchinski's Story
Spring Kapchinski, 32, is pregnant with twins that she and her husband, Max, conceived through IVF.
Life With Twins: Maureen Downey's Story
Maureen Downey and her husband, Bo Emerson, conceived twins Rebecca and Joey with help from IVF 10 years ago.