Gamete Intrafallopian Transfer Treatment in India
About Gamete Intrafallopian Transfer
Key Highlights
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Fertilization occurs naturally within the body's fallopian tube environment.Suitable for patients with religious or ethical preferences against in-vitro embryo creation.May be an option for couples with unexplained infertility or mild male factor issues.Requires only one healthy and open fallopian tube to be performed.Combines egg retrieval and gamete transfer in a single laparoscopic procedure.
Who is this surgery for?
- Unexplained infertility after thorough evaluation.
- Mild male factor infertility (moderate sperm count/motility issues).
- Couples with religious or ethical objections to conventional IVF (in-vitro fertilization).
- Presence of at least one healthy, patent fallopian tube.
- Endometriosis that has not severely damaged the fallopian tubes.
- Failure of other fertility treatments like ovulation induction or intrauterine insemination (IUI).
How to prepare
- Complete fertility evaluation for both partners, including hormone tests and semen analysis.
- Assessment of fallopian tube patency via hysterosalpingogram (HSG) or laparoscopy.
- Ovarian stimulation with fertility medications to produce multiple mature eggs.
- Regular monitoring via blood tests and ultrasound to track follicular development.
- Administration of a trigger shot (hCG) to induce final egg maturation.
- Pre-anesthetic check-up and counseling regarding the procedure and expectations.
Risks & possible complications
- Risks associated with laparoscopic surgery (bleeding, infection, injury to surrounding organs).
- Risks from general anesthesia.
- Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS) from fertility medications.
- Ectopic (tubal) pregnancy, as embryos may implant in the fallopian tube.
- Multiple pregnancy, depending on the number of eggs transferred.
- No guarantee of pregnancy; success rates vary based on age and underlying factors.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Most patients can go home the same day or after a short observation period.
- Mild cramping, bloating, or vaginal spotting is common for a few days.
- Recommend rest for 24-48 hours post-procedure; avoid strenuous activity for about a week.
- Pain medication may be prescribed to manage discomfort.
- A pregnancy test is scheduled approximately two weeks after the procedure.
- Follow-up with the fertility specialist to discuss results and next steps, regardless of the outcome.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days (typically outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
3-7 days for normal activity, 2 weeks for full recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering gamete intrafallopian transfer in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
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Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for gamete intrafallopian transfer compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 150 Thousand – 300 Thousand | 0-1 days (typically outpatient) | ~ 3-7 days for normal activity, 2 weeks for full recovery | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 525 Thousand – 1.05 Million | 0-1 days (typically outpatient) | ~ 3-7 days for normal activity, 2 weeks for full recovery | Know More |
David Nair, a 38-year-old software architect,...
David Nair, a 38-year-old software architect, and his wife Priya, 36, had been trying to conceive for five years. Priya was diagnosed with unexplained infertility; all standard tests were normal, yet pregnancy never occurred. They had undergone three unsuccessful cycles of standard IVF, where embryo development in the lab was good, but implantation failed each time. Their fertility specialist, Dr. Sharma, recommended Gamete Intrafallopian Transfer (GIFT) as a more natural alternative. He explained that placing the eggs and sperm directly into Priya's fallopian tube, where fertilization would occur inside her body, might overcome the subtle implantation issues seen with lab-fertilized embryos. The procedure was emotionally taxing, as it required Priya to undergo laparoscopic surgery under general anesthesia. However, the couple felt a renewed sense of hope. Two weeks later, a positive pregnancy test brought tears of joy. Priya's pregnancy progressed smoothly, and they welcomed a healthy baby girl nine months later. David described the journey as a rollercoaster of despair and hope, with GIFT feeling like a final, courageous leap of faith that ultimately gave them their greatest gift.
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