IVIG Treatment for Miscarriages
Intravenous Immunoglobulin (IVIG)
Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) has been established as one of the most
effective
treatments for
multiple miscarriages. There are several reasons for its usefulness in helping treat recurring
pregnancy loss:
- IVIG helps the embryo shield itself against the mother's immune system
- It suppresses many of the immune reactions which commonly attack the embryo
- It increases production of substances which assist growth in the embryo
- It blocks the transmission of "negative" information about the
embryo to the immune system
A large percentage of women who have experienced recurrent miscarriage
have found that IVIG is an effective solution to the
immunologic causes of miscarriage. It is administered intravenously and there is some theoretical
risk of blood-borne disease, but our clinic has used it for over 20 years
and in that time, we have not had a single occurrence of disease transmission.
In most cases, the worst side-effects are similar to flu symptoms which
through the night of the transfusion.
Effective Treatment for Recurring Pregnancy Loss
After an initial consultation, Dr. Braverman will consult with the team
at our clinic to determine whether this is the right approach to your
case, followed by a second call to brief you on the details of the recommended
plan of treatment. In the past, IVIG fertility treatment cost patients
as much as $5,000, but our experience has shown that as little as half
the dose is often just as effective. If you choose to pursue this program,
the IVIG transfusion normally takes about 4-6 hours. Soon, you should
be pregnant, and Dr. Braverman will follow your progress for the first
12 weeks to help you along.
Helpful Article:
Hizentra: an alternative therapy to IVIG for IVF-ET patients