Minimal stimulation IVF embraces the concept of a “gentle ovarian stimulation”. The goal of Mini Stim™ IVF is to obtain enough eggs for a fresh transfer only. The steps involved in Mini Stim™ IVF are similar to those with regular IVF – the primary difference being the lower amount of medications used and the decreased number of monitoring sessions required. Patients choosing Mini Stim™ are likely to feel less discomfort from ovarian distention, and have a significantly reduced risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. This stimulation protocol may be an attractive option for several groups of patients, i.e. those who have moral/ethical concerns over embryo or pre-embryo cryopreservation, those for whom taking off from work is difficult, and those for whom cost is a significant factor. Cost for Mini Stim™ IVF is approximately two-thirds that of a regular IVF cycle. Not every patient will be an ideal candidate for Mini Stim™ IVF – if this option is of interest to you, please discuss it with your physician. Click here for pricing information.
