Embryo Cryopreservation Treatment in India – Best Hospitals & Doctors

Learn about Embryo Cryopreservation Treatment in India — how it works, who it is for, recovery timelines, and what to expect before and after surgery. Compare hospitals and doctors experienced in Embryo Cryopreservation and request assistance for cost estimates or appointments.

Partner Hospitals

0 partner in India for this surgery

Specialist Doctors

7 Surgeons linked to this surgery

Treatment Cost

Approx INR 50 Thousand – 150 Thousand

About Embryo Cryopreservation

Embryo cryopreservation, often called embryo freezing, is a sophisticated assisted reproductive technology (ART) performed within IVF and Reproductive Medicine. This procedure involves carefully freezing and storing viable embryos created during an in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycle for future use. Using a controlled process called vitrification, embryos are rapidly cooled to sub-zero temperatures, halting all biological activity and preserving them indefinitely. This technology allows individuals and couples to preserve their fertility potential, delay childbearing for medical or personal reasons, or store surplus embryos from a current IVF cycle for subsequent attempts. It is a cornerstone of modern fertility treatment, offering hope and flexibility in family planning.

Key Highlights

Preserves fertility for future family planning, often termed 'fertility insurance'.Allows storage of surplus embryos from an IVF cycle for later use, increasing cumulative pregnancy chances.Enables delayed childbearing for medical reasons (e.g., prior to cancer treatment) or personal choice.Reduces the need for repeated ovarian stimulation and egg retrieval procedures in future cycles.Utilizes advanced vitrification technology, which offers high survival and success rates upon thawing.Provides flexibility in family building timelines and can be part of genetic testing (PGT) cycles./ul

Who is this surgery for?

Preservation of fertility prior to medical treatments that may impair ovarian function, such as chemotherapy or radiation for cancer.
Storage of surplus high-quality embryos following a fresh IVF embryo transfer cycle.
Elective delay of childbearing for personal, social, or professional reasons (social egg freezing often involves embryo creation with partner or donor sperm).
Part of a treatment plan involving preimplantation genetic testing (PGT), where embryos are biopsied and frozen while awaiting results.
Managing risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) by freezing all embryos for a later frozen embryo transfer (FET) cycle.
Building a family when a partner is temporarily unavailable (e.g., military deployment).

How to prepare

Completion of a full IVF cycle, including ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval, and fertilization to create embryos.
Monitoring of embryo development in the laboratory for 3-6 days to select the most viable candidates for freezing.
Detailed counseling with a fertility specialist on the number of embryos to freeze, legal consent forms, and storage duration/fees.
No specific physical preparation for the freezing procedure itself, as it is performed on the embryos in the lab.
Decision-making regarding the use of partner or donor sperm for fertilization prior to cryopreservation.

Risks & possible complications

Not all embryos survive the thawing (warming) process, though vitrification has significantly improved survival rates.
Potential for long-term storage costs and decisions regarding the disposition of unused embryos.
No guarantee of a successful pregnancy upon later use, as success depends on embryo quality, uterine receptivity, and patient age at freezing.
Extremely low risk of damage to embryos during the freezing or storage process.
Ethical and legal considerations regarding embryo ownership and future use.
Theoretical, but unproven, long-term risks to children born from frozen embryos; current evidence suggests they are healthy.

Recovery & hospital stay

There is no physical recovery for the patient from the cryopreservation procedure itself, as it is performed externally on the embryos.
Recovery pertains to the preceding egg retrieval procedure, which typically involves 1-2 days of rest.
Post-procedure care involves following up with the clinic to confirm successful cryopreservation and complete all necessary documentation.
Patients can resume normal activities immediately after being informed of the successful freeze.
Future planning involves preparing for a Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET) cycle, which requires hormonal preparation of the uterine lining.
Regular communication with the fertility clinic regarding storage renewals and updates on contact information is essential.

Typical hospital stay: 0 days (lab procedure)
Expected recovery time: 0 days (from the freezing procedure)

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are considering embryo cryopreservation in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.

＋ − Which hospitals are best for embryo cryopreservation in India?

Top-rated hospitals in India with ivf and reproductive medicine departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.

＋ − How do I choose the right doctor for embryo cryopreservation?

Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform embryo cryopreservation. MediFyr helps you compare ivf and reproductive medicines and book consultations online.

＋ − What factors affect the cost of embryo cryopreservation?

The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.

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Procedure cost in other countries

Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for embryo cryopreservation compare across other countries where we have data.

Country	Estimated cost range	Typical stay	Recovery time	View details
India	INR 50 Thousand – 150 Thousand	0 days (lab procedure)	~ 0 days (from the freezing procedure)	Know More
Turkey	TRY 175 Thousand – 525 Thousand	0 days (lab procedure)	~ 0 days (from the freezing procedure)	Know More

PATIENT REVIEW

Priya Verma, 34, is a software...

Priya Verma, 34, is a software engineer who was diagnosed with Stage 2 breast cancer. Her oncologist recommended immediate chemotherapy, which carries a high risk of damaging her ovaries and causing premature ovarian failure. Before starting her cancer treatment, her oncologist referred her to a reproductive endocrinologist. The doctor recommended urgent embryo cryopreservation with her husband as the only chance to preserve her fertility. The process was emotionally grueling, compressing weeks of IVF into days while grappling with her cancer diagnosis. She underwent ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval, and fertilization. They successfully cryopreserved three embryos. Post-procedure, Priya started chemotherapy the following week. The emotional journey was a rollercoaster, initially, she felt devastated and overwhelmed, but creating the embryos gave her a profound sense of hope and a tangible piece of a future she was fighting for. It became a beacon of light during her difficult cancer treatment.