Women & Fertility After Cancer

Egg or Embryo Freezing

Short hormone stimulation (10–14 days), then egg retrieval and freezing—either unfertilized or fertilized with partner/donor sperm.

Ovarian Tissue Freezing

Removes and freezes tissue; possible for those who can’t delay therapy or younger patients.

Ovarian Transposition (Oophoropexy)

Moves ovaries out of the radiation field to protect them

Ovarian Suppression (GnRH Agonists)

Monthly injections (e.g., leuprolide) may reduce chemo damage; results vary.

Radiation Shielding

Lead shields protect ovaries and uterus during treatment.

Preservation Options Before Treatment