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Treatments
In Vitro
Fertilisation (FIV)
Professionals with more than 30 years of experience will accompany you during the process
Free first visit
Treatments
In Vitro
Fertilisation (FIV)
Professionals with more than 30 years of experience will accompany you during the process
Free first visit

Treatments
What is In Vitro Fertilisation?
In vitro fertilisation treatment consists of fertilising the ovum and sperm in the laboratory. It is a complex treatment where our medical team works continuously connected with the assisted reproduction laboratory.
The woman is stimulated to be able to obtain the ovules that later in the laboratory together with the semen of her partner in vitro fertilisation takes place, obtaining the embryos. The embryo that is best for implantation in the woman’s uterus will be chosen.


In Vitro Fertilisation
What is In Vitro Fertilisation?
In vitro fertilisation treatment consists of fertilising the ovum and sperm in the laboratory. It is a complex treatment where our medical team works continuously connected with the assisted reproduction laboratory.
The woman is stimulated to be able to obtain the ovules that later in the laboratory together with the semen of her partner in vitro fertilisation takes place, obtaining the embryos. The embryo that is best for implantation in the woman’s uterus will be chosen.
In Vitro Fertilisation
When is it indicated?
- In vitro fertilisation is a treatment for couples who, after a year or more trying to get pregnant, do not succeed.
- Women with tubal injuries.
- Couples in which the man has poor sperm quality
- Women with poor quality eggs
- Women with advanced endometriosis.
In Vitro Fertilisation
In Vitro Fertilisation Process

Consult our specialists
Before starting an in vitro fertilisation treatment, it’s necessary to carry out a personalized and individualized study of the couple. The basic tests that are performed within this visit are:
- Ultrasound to confirm that the uterus and ovaries are ready to start treatment.
- Ovarian reserve analysis, this is obtained through an analysis of the antimullerian hormone.
estradiol and FSH, in addition to antral follicle count by ultrasound.
- Infectious disease analysis.
- Seminogram of the couple.
- However, our team of specialists may determine that further testing is necessary.
Starting Treatment
Once the results of all the tests are obtained, the treatment begins. The first stage consists of ovarian stimulation to the woman. It begins with the administration of gonadotropins between the first and third day of menstruation.
This medication is used to stimulate the functioning of the ovaries in a controlled manner. After approximately 5 days from the start of stimulation, medication with GnRH antagonists is added, which allows control of ovarian stimulation and a better response to gonadotropins, in addition to avoiding the LH surge so that there is no ovulation.
The administration of this medication should be daily.
Ultrasound scans will be performed approximately every 48 hours to monitor the follicles and when the gynecologist decides, the follicular puncture should be scheduled. At that time the patient should stop all the medication that was being administered and inject an ovulation inducer. Ovulation induction can be done by using a hCG hormone or by a GnRH agonist or both.
In Vitro Fertilisation
The follicular puncture will be performed 36h after the administration of the medication.
Transfer
Embryo transfer can be performed 5 days post puncture or embryos can be vitrified and transferred in another cycle.
For fresh embryo transfer, vaginal administration of progesterone is necessary.
Progesterone will be started the night of the puncture day and this medication will be maintained until approximately the 12th week of pregnancy.
Pregnancy Test
The pregnancy test is performed between 10-14 days post transfer.
Consult our specialists
Before starting an in vitro fertilisation treatment, it is necessary to carry out a personalized and individualized study of the couple. The basic tests that are performed within this visit are:
- Ultrasound to confirm that the uterus and ovaries are ready to start treatment.
- Ovarian reserve analysis, this is obtained through an analysis of the antimullerian hormone, estradiol and FSH, in addition to the antral follicle count by means of an ultrasound.
- Infectious disease analysis.
- Seminogram of the couple.
However, our team of specialists may determine that further testing is necessary.
Starting Treatment
Once the results of all the tests are obtained, the treatment begins. The first stage consists of ovarian stimulation to the woman. It begins with the administration of gonadotropins between the first and third day of menstruation.
This medication is used to stimulate the functioning of the ovaries in a controlled manner. After approximately 5 days from the start of stimulation, medication with GnRH antagonists is added, which allows control of ovarian stimulation and a better response to gonadotropins, in addition to avoiding the LH surge so that there is no ovulation.
The administration of this medication should be daily.
Ultrasound scans will be performed approximately every 48 hours to monitor the follicles and when the gynecologist decides, the follicular puncture should be scheduled. At that time the patient should stop all the medication that was being administered and inject an ovulation inducer. Ovulation induction can be done by using a hCG hormone or by a GnRH agonist or both.
In Vitro Fertilisation
The follicular puncture will be performed 36h after the administration of the medication.
Transfer
Embryo transfer can be performed 5 days post puncture or embryos can be vitrified and transferred in another cycle.
For fresh embryo transfer, vaginal administration of progesterone is necessary.
Progesterone will be started the night of the puncture day and this medication will be maintained until approximately the 12th week of pregnancy.
Pregnancy Test
The pregnancy test is performed between 10-14 days post transfer.
In Vitro Fertilisation
Risks of the procedure

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- Los riesgos asociados a este procedimientos son los habituales descritos en la literatura médica.
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- Nos reunimos cada día mediante sesiones clínicas para estudiar cada caso y reducir las complicaciones.
- Nuestro equipo se forma continuamente en las últimas técnicas para poder ofrecer la última tecnología a nuestros pacientes.
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In Vitro Fertilisation Success Rate
The success rate depends on many factors, the most important of which is the age and quality of the embryos.
The average pregnancy per cycle started is between 29-35%, although this percentage can vary between 10 and 40% depending on the specific circumstances of each patient.


In Vitro Fertilisation
Risks of the procedure
- The risks associated with this procedure are the usual ones described in the medical literature.
- We meet every day through clinical sessions to study each case and reduce complications.
- Our team is continuously trained in the latest techniques in order to offer the latest technology to our patients.

In Vitro Fertilisation
In Vitro Fertilisation Success Rate
The success rate depends on many factors, the most important of which is the age and quality of the embryos.
The average pregnancy per cycle started is between 29-35%, although this percentage can vary between 10 and 40% depending on the specific circumstances of each patient.
In Vitro Fertilisation
What to do after the procedure?
After completing the second ultrasound and confirming that the pregnancy is progressing, the patient is discharged and referred to a gynecologist or their usual gynecologist.
From this moment on, the patient must follow the established medication regimen until the indicated date and under the supervision of their gynecologist.
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4.500€
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Starting at
4.500€
Up to 24 monthly installments of €187
0%
of
interest
Possibility to adapt payments to your needs
Representative example for a loan of €4,500 over a period of 24 months. Cash price €4,500 TIN 0%, APR 0%. 24 installments of €185.50. Total amount financed: €4,500. Total price in installments and total amount owed: €4,500. Financing offered by Sabadell Consumer Finance and subject to your approval.
“Gracias a la experiencia de los doctores nos sentimos muy tranquilos y los resultados fueron muy satisfactorios”
Alejandro y Ana María
Barcelona, España
Muy agradecidas por el trato recibido desde el primer dia. Ha sido una experiencia increible que no dudaremos en volver a repetir! Gracias!
Raquel y Laura
Barcelona, España
Molt agraida per tot el suport durant el tractament. Sempre disponibles en cas de qualsevol dubte. Moltes gracies Centro de Fertilidad Barcelona!
Miriam i Pep
Girona, España
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Testimonials
Patients’ stories
Read our patients’ testimonials about this method.
“Gracias a la experiencia de los doctores nos sentimos muy tranquilos y los resultados fueron muy satisfactorios”
Alejandro y Ana María
Barcelona, España
Muy agradecidas por el trato recibido desde el primer dia. Ha sido una experiencia increible que no dudaremos en volver a repetir! Gracias!
Raquel y Laura
Barcelona, España
Molt agraida per tot el suport durant el tractament. Sempre disponibles en cas de qualsevol dubte. Moltes gracies Centro de Fertilidad Barcelona!
Miriam i Pep
Girona, España
- How long does IVF last?
The approximate duration is 1 month. There are cases that due to the need to carry out more complementary tests, it takes more than a month. - What is the donor selection process at the Barcelona Fertility Center?
At the Barcelona fertility center we work with the best egg banks in the world to guarantee the best treatment. - What is the probability of success in women over 40 years of age?
Depending on each case, success moves by approximately 40% in our clinic. - Is psychological support important during treatment?
At the Barcelona fertility center we consider that it is necessary to have a psychology department that works together with our accompanying medical team during the fertility process. - Who is IVF recommended for?
IVF is recommended for women who have difficulties getting pregnant. Our specialists will analyze each case and indicate the best treatment.
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