Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)

Advanced fertility treatment to optimize your chances of conception

What is Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)?

Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is a fertility treatment that involves placing prepared sperm directly into the uterus around the time of ovulation. This procedure increases the number of sperm that reach the fallopian tubes, thereby improving the chances of fertilization and pregnancy.

Proven Success: IUI success rates range from 10-20% per cycle, with cumulative pregnancy rates of 50-60% after 3-4 cycles in appropriate candidates.

When IUI is Recommended

IUI may be recommended for various fertility conditions:

  • Unexplained Infertility: When no specific cause of infertility is identified
  • Mild Male Factor: Low sperm count or motility issues
  • Cervical Factor: Problems with cervical mucus or anatomy
  • Ovulation Disorders: Irregular ovulation that responds to medication
  • Endometriosis: Mild endometriosis affecting fertility
  • Donor Sperm: When using donor sperm for conception
  • Same-sex Couples: Female couples wanting to conceive

Treatment Process

Ovulation Monitoring

Tracking ovulation through ultrasound and hormone monitoring to time the procedure perfectly.

Sperm Preparation

Laboratory processing to concentrate and select the healthiest, most motile sperm.

Insemination Procedure

Gentle placement of prepared sperm directly into the uterus using a thin catheter.

IUI Cycle Timeline

1

Cycle Monitoring

Ultrasound monitoring and hormone testing to track follicle development.

2

Ovulation Trigger

Medication to trigger ovulation at the optimal time for insemination.

3

Insemination

Sperm preparation and placement into the uterus around ovulation time.

4

Pregnancy Test

Blood test approximately 2 weeks after insemination to check for pregnancy.

Advantages of IUI

IUI offers several benefits as a fertility treatment:

  • Less invasive: Simpler procedure compared to IVF
  • Cost-effective: More affordable than advanced fertility treatments
  • Natural conception: Fertilization occurs naturally in the fallopian tubes
  • Minimal side effects: Lower risk of complications
  • Outpatient procedure: Quick office-based treatment
  • Multiple cycles: Can be repeated if initial cycles are unsuccessful
  • Fertility drug compatibility: Often combined with ovulation-stimulating medications

Start Your Fertility Journey with IUI

Ready to take the next step in your fertility journey? Our IUI treatment can help you achieve your dream of parenthood.

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