Impact of COVID-19 on Psychological Status in Case of IVF Interrupted or Postponed

Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on the Psychological Status of Infertile Patients Who Had in Vitro Fertilization Treatment Interrupted or Postponed

Infertility is a severely distressing experience for many couples. Depression and anxiety are psychological disorders associated with infertility, and they may worsen during infertility treatments.

This study times to understand the changes in the psychological status of infertile patients who had in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment interrupted or postponed because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Inclusion Criteria:

• patients with IVF treatment interrupted or delayed during COVID-19 pandemic
• patients with signed informed consent
• patients with more than 18 years

Exclusion Criteria:

• patients with already diagnosed psychiatric disorders