ROPA METHOD

The ROPA Method, which stands for Reception of Oocytes from the Partner, is designed for a couple of two women who both want to actively participate in Assisted Reproduction treatment, specifically in In Vitro Fertilization (IVF).

One of the partners in the ROPA method donates the eggs. Through controlled ovarian stimulation (COS), medications that induce ovulation (oral or subcutaneous) are administered over a period of 10 to 12 days. Ultrasound monitoring tracks follicular growth (each follicle contains an egg), and once the eggs are mature, a follicular aspiration is performed. The eggs are then fertilized in our assisted reproduction laboratory using a previously selected sperm sample, either from a donor or a sperm bank (domestic or international). The embryos are cultured for a period of 5 to 7 days. Genetic Preimplantation Testing (PGT) can also be performed to determine the embryo’s genetic makeup, sex, and to screen for chromosomal abnormalities (PGT-A), specific gene disorders (PGT-M), or structural rearrangements (PGT-SR).

The other partner in the ROPA method receives the embryo and carries the pregnancy. Through endometrial preparation, medications (oral or vaginal) are used over a period of 19 to 23 days. Ultrasound monitoring ensures proper endometrial growth. Once appropriate morphological characteristics of endometrial thickness and blood values are achieved, one or two selected embryos are transferred.

In the ROPA method, motherhood is shared between both partners in the women couple, as they work together as a team to achieve pregnancy. This collaborative approach is how we operate at ViaFERT fertility clinic; we firmly believe that teamwork enhances outcomes.