When looking into IVF, many patients want to understand what success rates mean and how they are reported. While these figures can be helpful, they can be easier to interpret when you understand how they are measured and what they represent.
Dr Lionel Reyftmann, a fertility specialist at Genea Wollongong, believes patients should have access to independently verified IVF outcome data when considering treatment.
The information below is sourced from YourIVFSuccess, a government-funded website that publishes verified IVF outcome data for accredited Australian clinics that participate in public reporting. All Genea clinics participate in this reporting.
A single egg retrieval can result in multiple embryos. These embryos may be transferred straight away or stored and used in future cycles.
This measure reflects the likelihood of a live birth from all embryo transfers, both fresh and frozen, that come from one egg retrieval. Because it includes all embryos created from that cycle, it provides an overall view of what that single egg retrieval may lead to over time.
| Age Group | Genea Wollongong | National Average |
|---|---|---|
| <35 years | 59.4% | 46.4% |
| 35-42 years | 29.7% | 23.6% |
| Egg retrieval year: 2022 | Embryo transfer years: 2022 & 2023 | ||
This measure looks at outcomes from one egg retrieval cycle, rather than a single embryo transfer. For some patients, more than one transfer may occur from the same retrieval, so this approach provides a broader view of how that cycle may contribute to achieving a pregnancy.
If you would like to explore additional IVF outcome measures for Genea Wollongong, you can visit the YourIVFSuccess website for the full set of reported results.
IVF success rates can be a helpful reference point, but they do not reflect what will happen in any individual case.
A range of factors may influence treatment outcomes, including age, fertility diagnosis, ovarian reserve and overall health. Because these factors vary from person to person, published results are best used as a general guide rather than a prediction.
During your consultation, Dr Lionel will discuss your medical history and personal circumstances, and explain how these factors may influence your treatment options and potential outcomes.
IVF outcomes for Genea Wollongong are available through YourIVFSuccess, a government-funded platform that provides verified data for accredited IVF clinics across Australia.
It refers to the likelihood of achieving a live birth from all embryo transfers, both fresh and frozen, that result from one egg retrieval cycle.
Embryos created during an IVF cycle can be frozen and used in later transfers. Including them provides a more complete picture of what one egg retrieval cycle may lead to over time.
Outcomes may be influenced by a number of factors, including age, fertility diagnosis, ovarian reserve, medical history and overall health.
IVF success rates can help provide a general guide, but they do not predict what will happen for any one person. Outcomes can vary depending on individual factors such as age, fertility diagnosis and overall health.
During your consultation, Dr Lionelwill discuss your individual circumstances and how these factors may influence your treatment options and potential outcomes.
You can book a consultation with Dr Lionel Reyftmann online here. If you have any questions before your appointment, please contact the team at 02 4227 6589 and they will be happy to assist.
