Prior COVID infection won't affect IVF success: Study

The study described intrauterine infection via placental or congenital routes as unlikely, and reported that perinatal infection found at and after delivery was a more likely explanation for any neonatal infection.

London: The ovarian reserve of women previously infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus causing COVID-19, is not adversely affected, and their chance of success from fertility treatment remains as it was before the infection, finds a study. Ovarian reserve describes the ability of the ovary to produce eggs for fertilisation (natural and medical) and pregnancy. The study, led by researchers at IVI Madrid, a fertility clinic in Spain, provides further reassurance for those planning fertility treatment with IVF. The findings were presented at ESHRE's 37th annual meeting taking place online from 26 June to July 1.