Social freezing

Egg Freezing

Social egg freezing refers to the freezing of eggs for non-medical reasons, such as family planning or to preserve fertility in view of career or personal circumstances. This method has been in increasing demand for several years, as many women wish to postpone the birth of their first child until later in life. In Austria, however, social egg freezing, i.e., the freezing of eggs for non-medical reasons, is currently not permitted. Eggs may only be frozen for medical reasons, for example, before cancer treatment or other procedures that could affect fertility. Early consultation is therefore particularly important in order to discuss individual options and alternatives.

The procedure for medically justified egg freezing involves hormonal stimulation of the ovaries, retrieval of the eggs through a short puncture, and subsequent freezing by vitrification. This allows the eggs to be stored for years in virtually unchanged condition. If necessary, they can be thawed, fertilized, and inserted into the uterus.

Sperm Freezing

Men can also preserve their fertility by freezing their sperm—for example, before medical procedures or for personal reasons. Frozen sperm can later be used for artificial insemination or IVF to maintain the chances of pregnancy. At KIWI Dr. Loimer, we offer you the option of freezing your sperm at any time and provide you with detailed advice on the options available.

This allows couples and individuals to specifically preserve their fertility and prepare for future family planning.