Risks Associated with IVF
Risks Associated with IVF
The booklet “Information and Risks Associated with in Vitro Fertilization”, in Adobe Acrobat PDF format, is available for patients to download for their reference. It offers a description for potential adverse effects and risks of In Vitro Fertilization offered at the Regional Fertility Program. Our staff will educate you about your IVF procedures and the potential risks associated with it. Patients are encouraged to ask questions about their procedures so they fully understand their treatment choices, their chance of success and any potentially harmful effects or risks associated with their treatments.
Informed Consent
Informed consent is needed so that patients understand the risks involved in achieving an IVF pregnancy. It is therefore required that you have received, signed and witnessed important information regarding the use of reproductive material (sperm, eggs or embryos) as outlined in the “Assisted Human Reproduction Regulations on Consent“.
All consent forms required for your IVF cycle will need to be returned to the clinic fully completed before you are offered treatment. If a witness is needed to sign your consent forms, you / (and your partner) can come into the clinic for assistance from the reception staff. You / Both need to be present with valid government issued picture ID. As of September 1, 2020 there will be no exceptions to this rule.