Lawsuits allege that an IVF clinic transferred damaged embryos to patients

A California fertility clinic is facing lawsuits for transferring compromised embryos to patients, resulting in failed pregnancies. Patients claim that at least 11 people were affected, with dozens of embryos believed to be ruined. The clinic allegedly used an unsafe amount of hydrogen peroxide to clean an incubator, destroying the embryos. The clinic stated that they were unaware of the issue until pregnancies did not occur. IVF clinics are regulated, but some experts suggest more oversight is needed. The lawsuits seek damages for negligence, fraud, and medical battery. The incident highlights the need for better monitoring of IVF clinics.

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