Embryo cryopreservation
What is it?
The preservation of surplus embryos by freezing in liquid nitrogen (temperatures lower than -196°C), in order to allow the couple to transfer them inside the reproductive system of the female partner at a later time, without having to repeat all the steps of a new cycle.
Useful information
This technique can be applied when the woman’s health makes transfer unadvisable because of the damage it could cause (for example, in the presence of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome), or when the number of embryos obtained is higher than that recommended for transfer.
How to make an appointment
Call your preferred centre for an appointment.
Find out more
SISMeR provides its patients with useful information on topics related to infertility and Medically-Assisted Procreation techniques. For this, it has published a series of booklets that are given to patients when they visit their SISMeR Centre.