During a natural cycle resulting in conception, an egg released from the ovary is fertilized by sperm in the fallopian tube, and arrives at the uterus 3 to 5 days later. If it is still at the morula state when it enters the uterus, it will take a day or two to develop into a blastocyst. Either way, implantation normally occurs 5-8 days after fertilization, with day 6 being the most common day.

Typically, implantation occurs from 7 -14 days after conception. Symptoms can range from none to cramping and spotting. See similar questions...

After IVF, as after spontaneous conception embryos are susceptible to chromosome abnormalities. The egg or the sperm may have born the anomaly to start with, but at each cleavage division, mistakes may happen that lead to abnormal daughter cells in the embryo. These abnormal cells may fragment and get lost to the embryo. In case the embryo loses too much cells, its abilities to progress until the blastocyst stage and to implant may seriously be hampered and no pregnancy will follow. See similar questions...

The uterus is a hollow, pear-shaped organ. It is located in a woman's pelvis between the bladder and rectum. Fallopian tubes on both sides of the uterus connect it to each ovary. The bottom part of the uterus is called the cervix. The cervix connects the uterus with the vagina. The middle round part of the uterus is called the corpus. The round part at the top of the uterus is called the fundus. The uterus holds a developing fetus during pregnancy. See similar questions...

There are various surgical techniques designed to repair the "prolapsed uterus". Traditionally, the surgery is either performed vaginally or through an large abdominal incision. Both approaches involve the removal of uterus (hysterectomy). With vaginal approach, the apex of the vagina is attached to healthy portions of the ligaments (Uterosacral ligaments or sacrospinosus ligaments) inside the pelvis. See similar questions...

The uterus survives embolization very well and can continue to remain healthy and fertile. Fertility cannot be guaranteed after the UFE procedure. However, successful pregnancy and childbirth has been reported by many women who have undergone UFE treatment. Back to top See similar questions...

This is a common fear among women who have had a previous cesarean. Most of this fear dates back to when the incisions of the original cesarean were of the classical variety (vertical incisions), nowadays most incisions are the low transverse type. There are two types of uterine rupture: complete and incomplete. Complete uterine rupture is very unlikely today, for a variety of reasons. One is that when we use Pitocin, if needed, during a labor, we regulate the amount that goes in. See similar questions...

Embryos are lost in any form of reproduction — including sexual reproduction. In the hands of skilled practitioners, cloning success rates approach other forms of assisted reproduction. See similar questions...

The best embryos are chosen on the observation that the embryonic cells are dividing at an appropriate rate. The success rate is highest when first class embryos are transferred in a young mother (20 ?30 years). Recently, aneuploidy screening allows selection of embryos with normal chromosomes. This new technique relies on removing a sample from the dividing embryo for genetic screening and analysis. It has doubled the success rate of IVF in certain cases. See similar questions...

thin capsule. While the cloud is gone, the focus is also gone. The lens implant restores the focusing power to the eye, and being artificial cannot cloud over. The power of the lens is calculated to minimize your dependence on glasses after surgery. The implant is permanent and it is extremely rare that one needs to be removed or repositioned. See similar questions...

A cochlear implant is an electronic device designed to bypass the external and middle ear and excite the auditory nerve directly. It is implanted in the cochlea and, by stimulating auditory nerve fibers, patterns of nerve activity occur which the brain interprets as sound. Cochlear implants are the hearing solution for people with severe to profound hearing loss in both ears. See similar questions...

A lens implant (intraocular lens or IOL) is a man-made, clear plastic lens approximately 6 mm in diameter which is placed inside the eye at the time the cataract is removed. It replaces the natural lens and remains permanently within the eye. The lens has small spring-like arms called haptics that prevent the lens from moving out of place. See similar questions...

Yes. It is usually safe to put a lens implant in an eye with glaucoma. The presence of an implant in the eye does not make the glaucoma worse. Yes, occasionally the surgeon will use their best judgement at the time of surgery in determining whether an implant should be put in the eye. Even if an implant is not put in during the cataract operation, it is possible, in some cases, to put one in at a later date. See similar questions...

The Bicon dental implant serves as the replacement for the root portion of a missing natural tooth. It is machined from surgical-grade titanium alloy (Ti 6Al-4V ELI) to exacting specifications. A dentist places the implant into either the upper or lower jawbone. After a period of time, the implant integrates with the bone and becomes a secure anchor for a replacement tooth, a fixed bridge, a removable partial, or a complete denture. See similar questions...

A retroverted uterus, also known as a tipped or tilted uterus, is a uterus that tilts back toward the rectal area. In most women the uterus will tilt slightly forward toward the belly. Actually, having a retroverted uterus is quite common. Reports vary but approximately 20% to 40% of all women have a retroverted uterus. Because this is so common, doctors rarely mention if you have a tilted uterus unless you ask. See similar questions...