Scientists have said an IVF technique which uses timelapse
imaging could significantly increase the chances of a successful
birth. The guidelines by the government's health advisory board,
NICE, mean more couples are eligible for treatment. Today's
fertility treatment guidelines offer hope to couples unable to
conceive, but they need to be properly implemented, across the
NHS. Simon Fishel, the managing director of CARE fertility, has
said a new IVF technique could make a "significant difference"
to a couples chances of a successful birth. IVF timelapse can
allow more than 5,000 snapshots to be taken of developing embryo
before it is transferred to the womb. – Professor Simon Fishel,
CARE Fertility Group In the 35 years I have been in this field
this is probably the most exciting and significant development
that can be of value to all patients seeking IVF. – Stuart
Lavery, consultant gynaecologist, Hammersmith Hospital Timelapse
imaging of the early development of human embryos offers the
exciting potential o