Laparoscopic Ovum Pick-Up (LOPU) is an advanced egg retrieval technique used in selected fertility preservation and reproductive treatment cases where conventional egg collection may not be suitable.
The procedure involves retrieving immature or developing eggs directly from the ovaries using minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery. Retrieved eggs may then undergo laboratory maturation and fertilisation depending on the treatment plan.
At Umniya Fertility, advanced reproductive procedures such as LOPU form part of the broader Umniya Method®, where fertility diagnostics, embryology, reproductive technology, and personalised treatment planning are integrated into one coordinated fertility care pathway.
LOPU is a minimally invasive surgical egg retrieval technique performed using laparoscopy.
During the procedure:
The technique is generally used when standard transvaginal egg retrieval may not be feasible or when immature egg collection is required for specialised fertility treatment protocols.
Retrieved eggs may later undergo:
LOPU may be considered in selected fertility situations, including:
Because LOPU is a specialised fertility procedure, suitability is determined individually following fertility consultation and reproductive assessment.
The procedure is performed under anaesthesia using minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques.
The process generally includes:
Depending on the maturity of the eggs retrieved:
At Umniya, embryo assessment, embryo freezing, and genetic testing may also form part of treatment planning where clinically appropriate.
LOPU is typically performed as a day procedure under general anaesthesia.
During the procedure:
The procedure is usually completed within a relatively short time, although exact timing varies depending on ovarian access and follicle number.
Most patients return home the same day following recovery and monitoring.
Recovery after LOPU is generally similar to recovery following other minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures.
Some patients may experience:
Most patients return gradually to normal daily activities within several days depending on the extent of the procedure and individual recovery.
Your fertility specialist will provide guidance regarding recovery, medication, activity restrictions, and follow-up appointments.
LOPU may offer several advantages in selected fertility cases, including:
The procedure may be particularly useful in specialised reproductive medicine pathways where conventional egg retrieval is not optimal.
LOPU is generally considered safe when performed by experienced fertility and surgical teams, although all surgical procedures involve some risks.
Potential risks may include:
Your fertility specialist will discuss the benefits, limitations, and expected outcomes before treatment begins.
Retrieved eggs may be used as part of broader fertility treatment pathways involving:
At Umniya, reproductive treatment planning is tailored carefully according to ovarian reserve, reproductive goals, fertility diagnosis, and long-term family planning considerations.
At Umniya, advanced fertility procedures are integrated into a coordinated fertility care system combining reproductive diagnostics, embryology, laboratory science, and personalised treatment planning.
The Umniya Method incorporates:
Patients are supported throughout treatment by fertility specialists, embryologists, nurses, and care coordinators working together across every stage of the fertility journey.
No. Standard IVF egg retrieval is usually performed transvaginally, while LOPU uses laparoscopic surgical access to retrieve eggs directly from the ovaries.
The procedure is performed under anaesthesia, so patients generally do not feel pain during treatment. Mild discomfort or bloating afterward is usually temporary.
Most patients recover within several days, although recovery time varies depending on the individual and the extent of the procedure.
Yes. Retrieved eggs may undergo laboratory maturation and fertilisation using IVF or ICSI techniques depending on the treatment plan.
LOPU is considered a specialised reproductive technique and is generally used in selected fertility or fertility preservation cases.
Yes. Embryos created following LOPU may be frozen for future transfer as part of fertility treatment planning.