Gynecology and Obstetrics

Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART)

ART refers to fertility treatments and procedures that can assist with difficulties or inability to conceive children. ART techniques involve manipulating eggs, sperm, or embryos to increase the chances of a successful pregnancy. The eggs are then combined with sperm to form embryos. The embryos are then implanted back into the parent's body. In vitro fertilisation (IVF) is the most common and effective type of ART. A multiple pregnancy is the most common ART complication. It can be avoided or minimised by limiting the number of embryos implanted in the parent's body. There are various types of ART procedures that use different techniques and reproductive cells.