According to the Human Fertilization and Embryology Authority (HEFA), one out of every five pregnancies using IVF may result in multiple births. This is due to the fact that during IVF, numerous embryos may be implanted into your uterus to increase your chances of conception. This may result in the implantation of many embryos on the uterine covering, resulting in a twin pregnancy.
It is possible to have twins with a single embryo, since one egg may divide to become two zygotes. These are known as monozygotic twins. Dizygotic twins, on the other hand, are the result of two distinct eggs. This may occur if at least two embryos are implanted in the
uterus.
Will IVF enhance the chances of having twins?
People expecting twins should expect to experience specific pregnancy symptoms sooner than women expecting a single pregnancy. Among them are the following:
Excessive hCG levels
High hCG levels indicate the possibility of a twin pregnancy.
Early Positive Result
If the pregnancy test confirms the pregnancy before the women miss their period, it might be a symptom of a twin pregnancy. A pregnancy test measures the amount of hCG, which is often high in twin pregnancies since it is essential for the pregnancy.
Weight gain
If you have gained more weight than is normal for a pregnant woman, you may be having twins.
Pain in the Round Ligaments
Round ligament pain is a throbbing ache in the lower abdomen that usually occurs during the third trimester. In any event, if you are expecting twins, you may experience severe agony as early as the second trimester.
Rapid Growth of the Uterus
If your stomach length increases more than usual, it might indicate that your uterus is creating space for multiple fetuses.
AFP Test Outcomes
The AFP test measures the amount of fetal proteins in the blood. If the results of your AFP test are positive, this might be one of the first symptoms of a twin pregnancy.
What are the risks associated with IVF Twin Pregnancy?
Twin pregnancy with IVF is often not recommended by a professional since it poses significant risks to both the mother and the newborn. The following factors contribute to a mother's chance of having twins or multiple pregnancies:
Cesarean Section
Twin pregnancies may significantly increase the need for a C-section during birth. This may increase the likelihood of discharge both during and after delivery. C-sections can have a longer recovery period as compared to vaginal delivery.
Premature Birth
Approximately 60% of twins are conceived early, and 12% are conceived before 32 weeks. This may lead to clinical complications for the infant.
Low Birth Weight
Over half of all twins are born weighing less than 2.5 kg, while twins conceived before 32 weeks weigh less than 1.6 kg during delivery. The whole range of impairments that may be encountered includes vision, hearing, respiration, heart problems, and brain paralysis.
Twin-Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS)
TTTS may occur in identical twins who share a placenta, causing one twin to have an abundant bloodstream while the other does not. This occurs in around 10% of twin pregnancies.
Twin babies in IVF have become a common talk of today. If you have any queries related to this consult Dr. Anshumala Shukla Kulkarni the best gynaecologist in Andheri west.
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