IUI (Intrauterine Insemination)
IUI is the process of placing washed and processed sperm (with heightened potency) in the woman's uterus at the time of ovulation, under the influence of fertility drugs(human chorionic gonadotrophin) .
How is IUI different from IVF?
In IVF the ovum and the sperm are fertilized outside of the uterus in a lab and then placed in the uterus after fertilizing. In IUI the fertilization takes place in the womb itself.
Why one need IUI ?
- IUI would benefit you of the make partner has borderline low motile sperm count.
- You cannot have sex due to disabilities or injuries.
- The female partner has Endometriosis.
How is IUI done ?
- Deciding whether to use fertility drugs is an important step to begin with. If only the make partner is the cause of infertility the female partner may not use fertility drugs lest it increase the chances of multiple pregnancy. A multiple pregnancy, especially at an advanced age increases the chance of miscarriage.
- Ultrasound to determine the position and maturity of the egg is carried out so the right time for the placement of sperm can be estimated.
- The sperm is placed near the egg for maximise fertilization probability.
