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Evidence-based IVF

Trusted information for patients about IVF optional extras

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What are IVF optional extras?

Optional extras are anything non-essential that is used during IVF. It can include medications, procedures, laboratory techniques or alternative therapies. They are sometimes called ‘add-ons’.

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What questions should you ask your IVF specialist?

Our goal is to empower patients to have well-informed discussions with their IVF specialist and to make well-informed decisions about their treatment.

Questions to ask your IVF specialist
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Visit our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) to get answers to common questions about IVF, IVF optional extras, and how evidence is assessed on the Evidence-based IVF website.

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Disclaimer: Evidence-based IVF is a web-based resource that provides evidence-based information based on research and other data. Content on the Evidence-based IVF webpage is provided for information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical advice. You should consult with qualified and appropriately experienced medical professionals when considering the information from this webpage. Scientific studies and clinical trial results are continually being published. While considerable care has been taken, The University of Melbourne cannot, and does not make any representations and gives no warranties that the information associated with the Evidence-based IVF webpage is in every respect correct, current, complete, reliable, or suitable for any purpose and use is entirely at your own risk.

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