Oncofertility in Mexico
At Instituto Mexicano de Infertilidad (IMI), we believe that surviving cancer should never mean giving up the dream of parenthood. Our Oncofertility Program combines cutting-edge reproductive medicine with compassionate oncology-focused care to help patients preserve their fertility before starting chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery.
Located in Guadalajara, IMI is one of the few fertility centers in Mexico offering comprehensive fertility preservation for cancer patients, ensuring that men and women facing cancer treatment have the chance to build families in the future.
Why Choose IMI for Oncofertility
- 🧬 Rapid-response fertility preservation without delaying cancer treatment.
- 💛 Comprehensive male & female options.
- 🌿 State-of-the-art cryopreservation lab using vitrification.
- 💬 Oncology-trained bilingual team.
- 🕊️ Holistic support for mind and body recovery.
At IMI Mexico, every patient receives both medical excellence and heartfelt care during one of life’s most challenging journeys.
Preserving Hope and Parenthood Beyond Cancer
What Is Oncofertility?
Oncofertility is a specialized field that bridges oncology and reproductive medicine. Its goal is to safeguard reproductive potential before cancer therapy, which can damage eggs, sperm, or reproductive organs.
At IMI, we work closely with oncologists to time fertility preservation procedures between diagnosis and the start of treatment, often within just days, so that cancer care proceeds without delay.
Why Fertility Preservation Is Important
Cancer treatments can be life-saving—but they can also harm fertility:
- Chemotherapy may destroy eggs or sperm cells.
- Radiation therapy can damage ovaries, testicles, or the uterus.
- Surgery involving reproductive organs can eliminate natural fertility altogether.
By preserving eggs, sperm, or embryos before treatment, patients retain the ability to conceive biologically related children once remission is achieved.
Fertility Preservation Options at IMI
Why You Should Choose IMI?
IMI Mexico combines world-class fertility expertise, advanced reproductive technology, transparent and compassionate care, and proven success in complex cases — all within a modern, internationally trusted clinic in Guadalajara.
Who Should Consider Oncofertility
- Women under 45 starting chemotherapy or radiation.
- Men of any age undergoing cancer therapy.
- Adolescents and young adults with newly diagnosed cancer.
- Patients with autoimmune disorders or bone-marrow transplants that threaten fertility.
Whether you’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer, lymphoma, leukemia, testicular cancer, or other conditions requiring aggressive therapy, IMI can preserve your fertility quickly and safely.
Timing Is Everything
Fertility preservation should ideally occur as soon as possible after diagnosis and before the first chemotherapy session. IMI offers rapid-response scheduling—consultation within 24 hours and immediate cycle initiation when medically cleared.
Emotional & Psychological Support
A cancer diagnosis is overwhelming; adding fertility decisions can feel even harder.
IMI’s integrated counseling and emotional-support team helps patients:
- Understand options quickly.
- Make empowered, informed decisions.
- Cope with the emotional impact of cancer and fertility preservation.
We partner with oncology psychologists and patient advocates who guide each step of the process.
Success Rates After Cancer
- Egg or embryo survival after thawing: > 90 %
- Pregnancy rates from frozen embryos: 60–70 %
- Pregnancy rates from frozen eggs: 50–65 %
- Ovarian function recovery (after tissue reimplantation): > 60 %
Many IMI patients have successfully conceived years after cancer recovery, demonstrating the power of early fertility planning.
Cost of Oncofertility in Mexico
Service | Average Cost (USD) |
Egg Freezing | $3 500 – $4 500 |
Embryo Freezing | $4 000 – $5 000 |
Sperm Freezing | $400 – $700 |
Ovarian Tissue Preservation | $3 000 – $4 000 |
Costs include medical evaluation, stimulation (if needed), anesthesia, freezing, and one-year storage.
Subsequent annual storage is available at a minimal fee.
IMI also offers expedited, oncology-priority scheduling for patients beginning chemotherapy.
Coordination with Oncology Teams
IMI works hand-in-hand with oncologists to ensure fertility preservation is safely integrated into your cancer care plan:
- Collaboration on timing with chemo/radiation start dates.
- Review of medical records and treatment regimen.
- Clearance from oncology team before medications.
- Post-treatment fertility evaluation when cleared for pregnancy.
This seamless communication minimizes delays and maximizes success.
International Patients
For patients traveling from the U.S., Canada, or Latin America, IMI provides:
- Virtual pre-consultation with our fertility specialists.
- Express appointment scheduling in 24 hours.
- Local support with accommodations and transfers.
- Coordination with home oncologists for medical clearance.
Average stay: 3–5 days for sperm freezing or 10–12 days for egg retrieval.
Q1. How soon should fertility preservation happen after diagnosis?
Q2. Can I start fertility preservation if I’ve already begun treatment?
Q3. Will this delay my cancer therapy?
Q4. How long can eggs or sperm stay frozen?
Q5. Is oncofertility safe?
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