What current science says — and doesn't say — about IVF and neurodevelopmental conditions.
Routine IVF and preimplantation genetic testing cannot reliably screen embryos for autism. Autism is shaped by many genes and environmental factors.
Studies have not shown a clinically significant increase in autism caused by IVF when controlling for parental factors such as age and underlying infertility.
We share evidence honestly, set realistic expectations, and never promise that any technique can guarantee a child without neurodevelopmental conditions.
Dr. Patsama Vichinsartvichai, MD, MClinEmbryol, EFOG-EBCOG, EFRM-ESHRE/EBCOG, FACOG is a board-certified reproductive endocrinology & infertility specialist, former head of the Vajira IVF unit at Navamindradhiraj University, and founder of LIFE by Dr. Pat in Bangkok. His published research focuses on the dysmorphic (T-shaped) uterus and uterine-factor infertility.
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