About Tubal Embryo Transfer
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive procedure with a short recovery time.May improve implantation rates in select patients by utilizing the natural tubal environment.Often performed under light sedation, minimizing discomfort.Can be an option when standard uterine embryo transfer has been unsuccessful.Part of a comprehensive IVF treatment plan managed by a specialist.
Who is this surgery for?
- Repeated implantation failure after standard IVF with uterine embryo transfer.
- Certain uterine abnormalities or conditions that may impair uterine receptivity.
- As part of a zygote intrafallopian transfer (ZIFT) protocol in an IVF cycle.
- Selected cases of unexplained infertility where tubal factors are being explored.
- When recommended by a fertility specialist based on individual patient history and previous ART outcomes.
How to prepare
- Completion of a full IVF cycle, including ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval, and fertilization.
- Pre-procedure consultations and consent with the fertility specialist.
- Hormonal medications to prepare the endometrial lining and fallopian tubes.
- Pre-anesthetic check-up and fasting for several hours before the procedure if sedation is used.
- Discussion of the number and quality of embryos to be transferred.
Risks & possible complications
- Risk of ectopic (tubal) pregnancy, as the embryo is placed in the fallopian tube.
- Procedural risks associated with sedation or anesthesia.
- Minor bleeding, cramping, or infection at the procedure site.
- Damage to the fallopian tube or surrounding organs (rare).
- No guarantee of pregnancy; the procedure may not be successful.
- Multiple pregnancy risk if more than one embryo is transferred.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Most patients can go home a few hours after the procedure.
- Mild cramping or spotting for 1-2 days is common.
- Recommendation for light activity and rest for the first 24-48 hours.
- Avoidance of strenuous exercise, heavy lifting, and sexual intercourse for a period specified by the doctor (usually 1-2 weeks).
- Continued use of prescribed hormonal medications (like progesterone) to support the luteal phase.
- A pregnancy blood test is scheduled approximately 10-14 days after the transfer.
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Typical hospital stay: 0 days (Outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time: 1-2 days for normal activity; 2 weeks for full restrictions
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering tubal embryo transfer in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for tubal embryo transfer in India include Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, SIMS Hospital Vadapalani, Manipal Hospital Dwarka, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform tubal embryo transfer. MediFyr helps you compare obstetrics and gynaecologists and book consultations online.
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.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for tubal embryo 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 80 Thousand – 200 Thousand | 0 days (Outpatient procedure) | ~ 1-2 days for normal activity; 2 weeks for full restrictions | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 280 Thousand – 700 Thousand | 0 days (Outpatient procedure) | ~ 1-2 days for normal activity; 2 weeks for full restrictions | Know More |
Top hospitals for Tubal Embryo Transfer in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated obstetrics and gynaecology teams and experience managing patients undergoing tubal embryo transfer.
Diya Iyer, a 38-year-old software architect,...
Diya Iyer, a 38-year-old software architect, had been trying to conceive for four years. She and her husband had undergone three unsuccessful rounds of IVF, each ending in early miscarriage. The emotional toll was immense, leaving Diya feeling like her body was failing her. Her fertility specialist, Dr. Rao, recommended a Tubal Embryo Transfer (TET) as a next step. He explained that transferring a carefully selected, high-quality embryo directly into her fallopian tube, the natural site for early embryo development, might create a more optimal environment for implantation than a standard uterine transfer. The procedure itself, performed under light sedation, was quick. Diya felt hopeful but guarded. The two-week wait was agonizing. When the pregnancy test came back positive, and subsequent scans showed a strong heartbeat, Diya and her husband wept with relief. Her emotional journey shifted from one of profound loss and self-doubt to cautious optimism and a renewed connection to her body, finally allowing herself to believe in a successful pregnancy.
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