Norvic launches IVF center with genetic lab

KATHMANDU: JULY 6 – The Norvic International Hospital in Thapathali will bring into operation the IVF and Fertility Center with the first genetic lab in Nepal with state-of-the-art facilities and technology from tomorrow. The Norvic IVF and Fertility Center, which is equipped with modern technology and equipment for those who have no children for various reasons, is about to be operational, said Norvic.

The team led by Dr. Nutan Sharma renowned senior gynecologist and test tube baby specialist and the laparoscopic surgeon has stated that the service will be provided from Norvic IVF and Fertility Center. According to Dr. Sharma, the IVF and Fertility Center of Norvic Hospital is one of the most modern and well-equipped hospitals in Nepal.

Preparations have been completed to provide quality service using the latest equipment and technologies that have been practiced in the world recently. Sharma informed. The center also has a lab with pre-genetic diagnosis services to diagnose hereditary diseases. So far, no pre-genetic diagnosis service is available at any IVF center in Nepal.

Pre-genetic diagnosis identifies the condition of a healthy embryo and impregnates it. Due to this, it will help to eliminate the risk of various hereditary diseases in the children born in the future. Dr. Sharma has been associated with various hospitals in Kathmandu for the past 15 years and has provided services to hundreds of patients suffering from gynecological and infertility problems.

The center in Norvic will have modern facilities including gynecology, obstetric services as well as treatment services for childless couples. Due to the changed lifestyle, environmental conditions, and increasing stress, the problem of infertility is becoming worse in most women.

Studies have also shown that infertility in women is due to advancing age, late marriage, smoking and alcohol use, sexually transmitted diseases, uterine infections, unsafe abortions, excessive intake of anti-menstrual drugs, long-term use of temporary contraceptives, obesity, diabetes, and thyroid problems.