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Risks of donor egg IVF

Here you will find information about the risks associated with IVF using donated eggs – and the measures we take to minimise these risks.

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What is IVF with egg donation?

Egg donation IVF is a fertility treatment where a woman receives eggs from a donor. The egg is fertilised in the laboratory with her partner’s sperm or donor sperm.
 
Egg donation is a solution for women who cannot conceive with their own eggs, often due to age, early menopause or other medical reasons.
 
Below you can learn more about the risks of donor egg IVF treatment:
 
  • Increased risk of pre-eclampsia
  • Side effects of hormone replacement therapy
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Increased risk of pre-eclampsia and high blood pressure

Research shows that after becoming pregnant through IVF with donor eggs, there is an increased risk of pre-eclampsia and high blood pressure.

The risk is 2-3 times higher than a pregnancy achieved with your own eggs.

This may mean you’ll need blood pressure-lowering medication during pregnancy, and the birth might need to be induced before the due date.

To reduce the risk of pre-eclampsia, aspirin is recommended for women who become pregnant with donor eggs. We will guide you through this during the treatment process.

Side effects of hormone therapy

During hormone therapy, which is part of the IVF process, some women may experience side effects.

Possible side effects include:
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Bloating
  • Fluid retention
  • Chest tension

It is important to be aware of these symptoms and discuss them with us so that we can offer the necessary support and advice.

Michala, medical doctor, Diers Fertility Clinic

Counselling in the treatment process

To minimise risks and ensure a healthy pregnancy, we offer comprehensive counselling and monitoring throughout the treatment process.

Our team of specialists will work closely with you to tailor the treatment to your individual needs.

Johanne, Fertility coordinator at Diers Fertility Clinic

Book a no-obligation consultation

If you would like more information about our donor egg IVF programme, you are always welcome to contact us.

You can also book an appointment for the first consultation now, which is completely non-binding and free of charge.

We look forward to helping you on your journey to parenthood and ensuring you are fully informed about all aspects of the egg donation treatment.

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