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Cost analysis study of an in vitro fertilisation programme.

F L Fourie1, A D Botes, J V van der Merwe

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Pretoria.

South African Medical Journal = Suid-Afrikaanse Tydskrif Vir Geneeskunde
|January 23, 1988
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The cost of in vitro fertilisation (IVF) and embryo transfer treatment was estimated, with laboratory expenses being the most significant cost factor. This analysis provides a breakdown for a university-based IVF program.

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Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Medicine
  • Health Economics

Background:

  • In vitro fertilisation (IVF) and embryo transfer is a key treatment for infertility.
  • Understanding the economic aspects of IVF is crucial for accessibility and resource allocation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To estimate the costs associated with an in vitro fertilisation (IVF) and embryo transfer cycle.
  • To identify the primary cost drivers within an IVF program.

Main Methods:

  • Cost estimation based on specific assumptions for a university-based unit.
  • Analysis of expenses including laboratory, patient contribution, and overall program costs.

Main Results:

  • The maximum cost for a first IVF cycle was estimated at R1611.16.

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  • Laboratory expenses constituted the largest portion of the total cost, at 39.2%.
  • Patient contribution accounted for 32.6% of the total cost.

    • Conclusions:

    • Laboratory expenses represent a significant financial component of IVF treatment.
    • The study provides a cost breakdown for IVF programs, aiding in financial planning and patient understanding.