We understand that the decision to proceed with fertility treatment is one of the toughest choices a couple can face. It seems that there is an overwhelming amount of information, and people usually have lots of questions as they sort though it all. This online fertility library was created to give you an overview about the latest infertility treatment options. Once you get an insight on the various fertility treatments, you will get a better understanding of the treatment guides at San Diego Fertility Center.

Ovulation Induction

Ovulation induction is a safe and effective means of restoring fertility in many of our female patients who do not ovulate or who ovulate infrequently. Additionally, it is used to produce multiple follicular development to have more opportunity for possible fertilization in the embryology laboratory. The preparations used for ovulation induction are gonadotrophins containing FSH that cause the eggs to develop towards maturity. During the stimulation phase we monitor the ovarian response with ultrasound examinations to follow follicular development and perform blood tests for evaluation of egg maturity. Ovulation Induction monitored via ultrasound

Last updated: February 7, 2006
Authors: Dr. William Hummel and Dr. Michael Kettel

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