Question
If a woman has chromosomal abnormalities and is unable to conceive naturally, are there any solutions? Can she undergo in vitro fertilization (IVF)?
Answer
She can consider undergoing the third-generation in vitro fertilization (IVF-ET with Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis, PGD). This is an embryo implantation pregenetic testing technology that allows for genetic testing of embryos before implantation, screening out normal embryos for transfer, thereby avoiding the transmission of genetic diseases to the next generation. In Taiwan, this technology is very mature and can effectively help couples with chromosomal abnormalities solve their fertility issues.