IVF after four c-sections?

I am 31 and have had 4 non-complicated c-sections, the 1st May 2002 and the last being May 2011 and was sterlilised Nov 2011 as I thought at the time it was what I wanted, me & my husband would now like to add to our family. Would this be possible through IVF?

Our Expert's Answer

This information was published 11 years, 1 month ago and was correct at the time of publication. It may not reflect our current practices or regulations.

Please note that all the answers we give are on a generic basis only, as we cannot provide more in-depth answers without access to your medical history. If you need a more detailed response, tailored to you, we would recommend a consultation with one of our Fertility Specialists for more comprehensive medical advice.

After four caesarean sections the risk of pregnancy complications is significant. You should talk to you Consultant Obstetrician first about this risk before considering any form of IVF treatment.