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For ivf, what benefits are there for freezing embryos, vs just freezing eggs? is freezing embryos the recommended action vs eggs?

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Dr. Victor Beshay answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

Yes: Freezing embryos is more reliable than freezing eggs. Eggs are more likely to be damaged in the freezing process, however, improvements in freezing techniques have improved egg survival and function after thaw. Despite advancements, embryo freezing remains superior to egg freezing.

Answered 9/9/2014

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