Assisted reproduction
Since the first IVF baby was born in 1978, countless tests have been developed, both diagnostic and treatment. In this section you will find in detail the advances that have allowed the birth of millions of children in the world.
Secondary infertility: causes and treatments
If you already have a child and you want to have another one, but pregnancy does not arrive with natural methods in a reasonable time, we advise you to see a specialist in reproductive medicine […]
Stress and its impact on infertility
Infertility is a problem that generates very important emotional consequences for the couple. The fact of not being able to satisfy such an important aspect of personal development as ‘having children’ directly affects all spheres […]
Obstetric monitoring in high-risk pregnancies
For all women, pregnancy is an exciting and rewarding time in their lives, but it requires a proper follow-up to achieve a satisfactory outcome for both the pregnant woman and her baby. Pregnancies considered “high-risk” […]
This is how Instituto Bernabeu’s quality embryo selection process works.
What is embryo selection? For decades, the aim has been to optimise assisted reproduction treatments, obtaining an adequate number of embryos for the patient without compromising her health. Obtaining more than one embryo per ovarian […]
Fertility tests: 5 reasons to be tested
What is a fertility test? Fertility tests consist of an assessment carried out by a gynaecologist specialised in fertility, with the aim of detecting possible problems and offering personalised advice. In this consultation, a detailed […]
These questions are becoming commonplace in our daily gynaecological office. The reason to preserve our eggs are varied. Nowadays we should know much more about Fertility Preservation, as there are many cases in which it […]
Non mature oocytes in puncture: Causes and Options.
Obtaining a mature egg for fertilisation is a necessary step to start the reproductive process. Usually, 85% of retrieved eggs after an ovarian stimulation cycle are mature eggs, and are therefore suitable for treatment using […]
Get to know Dr Juan Carlos Castillo
FAMILY TRADITION IN THE FIELD OF GYNAECOLOGY Dr Juan Carlos Castillo is a gynaecologist at Instituto Bernabeu and a renowned specialist in his field. He is married and has a young daughter. He has been part […]
What are the main causes of embryo implantation failure?
The reproductive process comprises a series of events among which implantation is one of the most critical. For implantation to take place correctly, the following are necessary: a competent blastocyst, a receptive endometrium and correct […]
“Dual trigger or double trigger”: oocyte maturation double induction protocol
Naturally, once the ovarian follicle has reached an adequate size, luteinising hormone (LH) is released from the pituitary gland in order to complete the egg maturation process and initiate the processes that will lead to […]