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An IVF Specialty clinic in Kolkata helps a cancer survivor in conceiving and delivering healthy twins after her struggle with cancer
Kolkata, March 22, 2021: A young 26-year-old woman from Kolkata, Banali (name changed), with a known case of PCOD (polycystic ovaries) was trying to conceive for a while and had undergone two failed IVF cycles before she came to Indira IVF Kolkata. On examination, I found it out that she was obese. Pre-IVF testing at the center showed that the lining of her uterus was more than average (thick endometrium) and I advised her for a diagnostic Hysteroscopy and Laparoscopy with biopsy. The report of the endometrial biopsy showed endometrial cancer (cancer of the uterus).
This news left the couple with questions and concerns regarding Banali’s health and the possibility of becoming parents in the future. A combined team of fertility experts along with a renowned cancer specialist, Dr. Manas Chakrabarti, was formed to handle this case. The team soon concluded that the cancer was in a very early stage and she can be offered treatment that will cure cancer and help her to preserve her fertility as well. After many tests and research, a special treatment plan for Banali was administered. She was advised fertility-sparing treatment, which included high dose oral progesterone and an intra-uterine progesterone releasing device named Mirena.
Sharing the details about the case, Dr. Akanksha Jangid of Indira IVF said, “After 9 months of taking the treatment, Banali was successfully declared disease-free and was advised to complete her fertility treatment as early as possible. She underwent her first cycle in November 2019 which unfortunately failed, post which we tested her uterus to understand if it was ready to be implanted with embryos through IVF or not. We later decided to do an Endometrial Receptivity Array (ERA), which revealed a normal receptive endometrium. Subsequently, her second embryo transfer resulted in twin pregnancy.”
The case was complicated due to the patient’s obesity and diabetes, for which the team had to take necessary precautions. Her weight was optimized before the IVF cycle, she was advised to exercise regularly and eat healthy nutritious food in addition to the treatment. Given the sensitivity of the case, her health and the babies were constantly monitored to ensure there are no further complications.
“Banali recently delivered two healthy babies- one girl and one boy. Both the patient and the babies have been healthy and doing well. She is scheduled to undergo a complete surgery, 6 months post-delivery for uterine cancer, which will involve removal of the uterus to minimize any future risks. We are proud of the team that has been working relentlessly not just to help Banali fight her battle with cancer but also to help her experience the joy of motherhood.” Dr Akanksha Jangid added.
Endometrial Carcinoma or Uterine Cancer is the 6th most common cancer in women in the world. It is cancer that begins in the uterus and the average age of detection is around 60 years. It rarely occurs in the younger age groups but when it does, fertility preservation becomes a priority and can be opted if it is detected and treated at an early stage. A specialized team of oncologists and fertility specialists can help to preserve fertility in young cancer patients who later wish to become parents with the help of advanced fertility treatments.
About Indira IVF
Indira IVF is India’s largest infertility specialty clinics chain with 94 centers across the country, supported by a passionate workforce of over 2200 people. Indira IVF performs about 33,000+ IVF procedures a year – the highest number in the country.
As a responsible leader, Indira IVF constantly strives to dispel the stigma, taboo, myths, and misinformation about infertility. Indira IVF is also committed to developing and grooming talent for fertility treatments. Through the Indira Fertility Academy, it collaborates with like-minded organizations and institutions to further this cause. Having perceived the potential of Indira IVF in the sector, TA Associates, a leading global equity firm from the U.S., invested in the organization in 2019.
Indira IVF was founded in the year 2011 in Udaipur, Rajasthan by Dr. Ajay Murdia.
For more information log onto https://www.indiraivf.com/
