In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is an Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) procedure used to treat a range of fertility problems. In IVF, a physician will surgically remove eggs from a woman’s ovaries, and then fertilize the collected eggs with sperm in the embryology laboratory. Once fertilized, the embryos are then transferred into the woman’s womb to implant and develop into a pregnancy. IVF treatment can take place using the patient’s eggs and sperm or with the use of donor eggs or donor sperm.
At Nordica, IVF treatment includes Intra-Cytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI), a technique that improves the chances of fertilization by injecting a single sperm directly into each retrieved egg using a precision needle.
IVF is usually considered if you (or your partner) have certain health conditions. These include:
Ovulation Disorder: This is when ovulation is infrequent or absent in women, resulting in fewer eggs for fertilization.
Fallopian tube blockage or damage: A damaged or blocked fallopian tube makes it difficult for an egg to be fertilized or an embryo to travel to the uterus.
Endometriosis: This is an often painful disorder in which tissue similar to the tissue that normally lines the inside of the uterus grows outside the uterus.
Genetic Disorder: When you or your partner are at risk of passing on a genetic disorder to your child, IVF is considered.
Uterine Fibroids: Fibroids are abnormal growths that develop in or on a woman’s uterus. Sometimes these tumours become quite large and may lead to infertility.
Impaired Sperm Production: This occurs when men have little or no viable sperm in the semen, including low sperm count, poor sperm motility, retrograde ejaculation
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In a normal cycle, a single egg is released from the ovary every month. However, to maximize the chances of successful fertilization with each IVF attempt, your ovaries will be stimulated to produce multiple mature egg follicles. The growth and development of the eggs are closely monitored by repeated ultrasound and or blood tests. Based on information obtained from these tests, we can determine when ovulation will take place. Final maturation of eggs from the ovary is then achieved by administering an injection called HCG or Buserelin depending on the response. You will then be ready for egg collection.
Egg collection is performed at our clinic via a transvaginal route under conscious sedation and local anaesthesia. The physician uses a direct vision via ultrasound imaging to help identify follicles and retrieve eggs more accurately. A semen sample is also produced, a few hours before eggs collection. The sample will be processed in the laboratory to enhance the chance of fertilization.
The processed sperm is injected into the egg, after which it is placed in a specially designed laboratory incubator that maintains standard body temperature. Within 48 hours, fertilization is expected to occur. The embryo is then allowed to grow and develop over three to five days. At Nordica, the laboratory has the capability for blastocyst culture, where embryos are developed until day five or six, giving them more opportunity to demonstrate their developmental potential.
Embryo transfer is the procedure by which the embryo will be returned to the womb. It is a painless & simple procedure. The embryos are placed in a special catheter and are transferred into the womb. You will be given a progesterone hormone (vaginal suppository) after the procedure, which you should insert daily for two weeks after embryo transfer.
At Nordica Fertility Centre, IVF treatment is tailored to each patient’s specific fertility needs. After a detailed review of your medical history, physical examination, and test results, a personalised treatment plan is created to improve your chances of success. This may include specialised ovulation induction protocols based on individual factors such as polycystic ovaries.
Our IVF process uses carefully selected fertility medications, including GnRH analogues and gonadotropins, to regulate hormones and stimulate the ovaries for multiple egg development. Throughout the cycle, progress is closely monitored with repeated transvaginal ultrasound scans to ensure the best possible response.
Embryo transfer is a key stage of IVF treatment, and extra care is taken to make the procedure as smooth and effective as possible. At Nordica, embryos are graded and the best-quality embryos with the highest implantation potential are selected for transfer. Usually, two or three embryos are transferred, while any remaining viable embryos are frozen for future use through cryopreservation.
Frozen embryos can be stored for many years, helping patients avoid another round of ovarian stimulation and egg retrieval in future cycles. Pregnancy testing is carried out two weeks after embryo transfer, and if positive, an ultrasound scan follows after four weeks to confirm the pregnancy location, number of fetuses, and viability. Hormonal support is then continued for another 6 to 8 weeks to support early pregnancy.
Since its establishment, Nordica Fertility Centre has become one of Nigeria’s leading destinations for expert fertility treatment and reproductive healthcare. Patients choose Nordica for its combination of advanced fertility solutions, experienced specialists, personalised care, and a strong commitment to helping individuals and couples achieve their dream of starting a family. It’s easy to see why.
At Nordica, we possess the latest methods for enhancing success in ART. We use many techniques and methods such as IMSI, PICSI, Laser Assisted Hatching and Microfluidic Sperm Sorting for successful treatments.
For a lot of couples with fertility challenges, the decision to pursue care often comes down to the bottom line of affordability. That is why we have designed our billing structure to be as transparent and friendly as possible.
At Nordica, we are committed to helping individuals and couples achieve their dream of parenthood. Through cutting-edge reproductive technologies, personalized treatment plans, and advanced genetic screening, we consistently deliver strong clinical outcomes.
With world-class facilities and expertise, our success rates meet – and often exceed – international benchmarks, particularly in complex and challenging cases.
The emotional stress of infertility can be overwhelming. All staff are all well trained and experienced in providing ongoing emotional support and guidance for couples going through infertility evaluation and treatment. We also have well trained and skilled fertility counsellors.
At Nordica, our Care Team model ensures every patient receives a truly personalized experience. We go beyond clinical treatment to support each couple holistically – integrating nutrition, stress management, and lifestyle guidance into care. By addressing the emotional, physical, and mental aspects of fertility, we create the best possible environment for successful outcomes.
We are affiliated with the leading fertility treatment and research centres in the world including Monash University Australia, Nordica International, Denmark and IVI Spain.
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