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MD - Obstetrics & Gynaecology, MBBS
Gynecology
Dr. Pai, besides being an MD gold medalist at the University of Mumbai and Masters of Science in Clinical Embryology and Andrology from the Eastern Virginia…
MBBS, MD - Midwifery & Gynecology, DGO, FCPS - Mid. & Gynae, DNB - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Gynecology
Dr. Nikhil D Datar is a senior consultant, obstetricain and gynecology at the Cloudnine Hospital in Malad, Mumbai. He also consults at Lifewave hospital at M…
MBBS, DGO, MD - Midwifery & Gynecology
Gynecology
Dr. Shilpa Abhyankar is a Gynecologist,Obstetrician and Laparoscopic Surgeon (Obs & Gyn) in Dadar East, Mumbai and has an experience of 27 years in these fie…
DGO, MBBS, DNB - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Gynecology
Dr. Monika Agrawal is a Gynecologist,Laparoscopic Surgeon (Obs & Gyn) and Infertility Specialist in Andheri, Mumbai and has an experience of 14 years in thes…
DGO, FCPS - Mid. & Gynae
Gynecology
Dr Sangeeta Studied from prestigious Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital. She did Fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopy from Beams Hospital Mumbai under th…
MD - Midwifery & Gynecology, MBBS
Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Dr Aneesh Sabnis is a Consultant Gynecologists', Obstetrician & Gynae. Laparoscopic Surgeon practicing since last 20 years in Andheri East, Mumbai. After obt…
DNB - Obstetrics & Gynecology, DGO, MNAMS - Obstetrics & Gynaecology, MBBS
Gynecology
Dr. Ankesh Sahetya is a Gynecologist, Obstetrician and Reproductive Endocrinologist (Infertilty) in Andheri West, Mumbai and has an experience of 11 years in…
MBBS, MD - Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Gynecology
With 39 years of experience in child birth and obstetric procedures, Dr. Shubhada Kulkarni has a record of maintaining a high ratio of normal deliveries. She…
MS - Obstetrics & Gynaecology, MBBS
Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Dr. Tejal Poddar has completed her MBBS and post graduation MS – Ob & Gyn from K J Somaiya Medical College, Sion, Mumbai. She then completed a comprehensive…
MBBS, DGO
Gynecology
Dr. Hemlata Hardasani is a Gynecologist, Obstetrician and Laparoscopic Surgeon (Obs & Gyn) in Andheri West, Mumbai and has an experience of 18 years in these…
MD - Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Gynecology
Dr. Punam Solanki says "I have completed my postgraduate studies at prestigious Maharashtra University of Health Sciences. I have a vast experience of more t…
MBBS, DNB - Obstetrics & Gynecology, MD - Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Diploma of the Faculty of Family Planning (DFFP)
Gynecology
Dr. Vidya holds rich clinical experience in her field of work and is committed to the welfare of the mother and child during and after pregnancy. Dr. Vidya P…
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Laser assisted hatching is a procedure used in fertility treatment to help improve the chances of successful implantation during an in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycle. After fertilization in the laboratory, the embryo is surrounded by a protective shell called the zona pellucida. Before the embryo can attach to the lining of the uterus, it must break through this shell in a process called “hatching.”
In some cases, especially in women of advanced reproductive age, with previous IVF failures, or when the zona pellucida appears thick, the embryo may have difficulty breaking out of its shell on its own. Laser assisted hatching gently creates a small opening in the embryo’s shell using a precise laser beam. This opening may make it easier for the embryo to hatch and implant into the uterus, which can increase the likelihood of pregnancy.
The procedure is performed in a laboratory by embryologists as part of the IVF process. It uses highly focused laser energy that is controlled and safe for the embryo when done properly. Laser assisted hatching is not needed in all IVF cycles, but it may be recommended in specific situations based on the couple’s history and clinical findings.
Laser assisted hatching may be recommended for people who:
● Have had previous unsuccessful IVF cycles
● Are of advanced maternal age
● Have embryos with thick zona pellucida
● Have had multiple implantation failures
● Are using frozen embryos
● Have a history of poor embryo development
● Have certain genetic conditions affecting embryo hatching
A fertility specialist reviews your medical history, previous IVF results, and embryo quality before suggesting this procedure.
Laser assisted hatching can be tailored based on embryo condition:
1. Partial Zona Opening
A small area of the zona pellucida is thinned or opened to help the embryo hatch more easily.
2. Full Zona Opening
A larger opening is created when needed, usually based on embryo quality or clinical judgment.
Although these approaches vary in the size of the opening, the basic aim is the same: to assist the embryo in exiting its shell so it can reach and implant into the uterine lining.
The laser assisted hatching procedure is done in the IVF laboratory by a trained embryologist. It involves the following steps:
1. Embryo Selection
Embryos are observed under a microscope, and the best quality embryos are chosen for hatching assistance.
2. Preparation
The embryo is placed in a special dish with culture medium to support its health during the procedure.
3. Laser application
A low-energy, highly precise laser beam is directed at the outer shell (zona pellucida) of the embryo. The laser creates a small opening or thins part of the shell without harming the embryo.
4. Post-hatching care
After the laser procedure, the embryo is checked for normal appearance and then prepared for transfer to the woman’s uterus or for freezing (cryopreservation) if it is a frozen embryo transfer cycle.
Laser assisted hatching takes only a few minutes, and the embryo is handled carefully to maintain optimal health.
Laser assisted hatching is part of the IVF process itself and does not involve surgery on the woman’s body. After the embryo is transferred to the uterus:
● Rest and comfort: Many clinics recommend light activity and rest for the remainder of the day.
● Follow-up: The fertility clinic will provide instructions on medicines (like progesterone) and schedule follow-up tests to check for pregnancy.
● Pregnancy test: A blood test is usually done about two weeks after embryo transfer to confirm pregnancy.
There is no special recovery from the laser procedure itself since it is done outside the body.
Laser assisted hatching is generally safe when done by experienced embryologists, but some risks may include:
● No benefit: Not all patients will have improved implantation or pregnancy rates.
● Embryo damage: In rare cases, improper handling may harm the embryo, though experienced labs minimize this risk.
● Multiple pregnancy: If multiple embryos implant, there is a higher chance of twins or more.
● Unknown effectiveness: The benefit varies depending on age, embryo quality, and clinic protocols.
Your fertility specialist will discuss whether laser assisted hatching is suitable for your situation and weigh potential benefits and limitations.
Laser assisted hatching is a lab technique in IVF that uses a controlled laser to make a small opening in the embryo’s shell (zona pellucida) to help it hatch and implant into the uterine lining.
No. The procedure is done outside the body on the embryo in the IVF lab. The woman does not feel pain from this step.
No. While it may improve chances in certain cases, it does not guarantee pregnancy. Success depends on many factors such as age, embryo quality, and overall reproductive health.
It may benefit women with previous IVF failures, older maternal age, thick embryo shells, or frozen embryo cycles, as recommended by a fertility specialist.
Yes. When done by trained embryologists in a certified IVF lab, laser assisted hatching is considered safe. The laser is precise, low energy, and carefully controlled.
It is done on selected embryos in the IVF lab just before embryo transfer to the uterus or before freezing in a frozen embryo transfer cycle.
No direct side effects occur from the hatching procedure itself. Side effects may be related to IVF medicines or embryo transfer, not the laser step.