Ovulation Induction Protocols
Ovulation induction involves stimulating ovulation with drugs in women who are having irregular or delayed ovulation. During normal ovulation, the ovary releases a mature egg in order to become fertilized. Every 28 days, a woman goes through her menstrual cycle and ovulates. Intervals of 21 to 35 days are regarded as acceptable and representative of typical ovulation. If fertilization does not take place, the mature egg and any additional tissues are naturally broken down and removed from the uterus.
When ovulation occurs less than once every 35 days or is unpredictable, it is considered irregular. Opigoovulation occurs when ovulation occurs suddenly, either in length or interval. It is referred to as anovulation if it does not occur at all. Ovulatory issues have an effect on fertility by reducing the predictability of ovulation and, potentially, the availability of an egg to be fertilized.
Ovulation induction increases a woman's chance of conceiving a child, either through a sexual encounter or through another form of fertility treatment. Likewise, if ovulation is not occurring as a result of another fertility issue, addressing that underlying problem can also result in normal ovulation.
Understanding the reasons for anovulation is necessary for a clinical approach to ovulation induction. Moreover, patients with PCOS appear to have a higher chance of spontaneous miscarriage once pregnancy is achieved. This higher risk could be linked to heightened LH levels, which could create an unfavorable environment for the egg and endometrium. Oral contraceptives should be used to reduce LH levels before ovulation is triggered.
Correct diagnosis of ovulation induction disorders may be important not only for infertility treatment but also for overall health.