Intra Uterine Insemination
Dr. Nilesh Balkawade – Best IUI doctor in Wakad
Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) is a pregnancy-related treatment that includes placing sperm inside a woman’s uterus to help fertilization. The purpose of IUI treatment is to increase the number of sperm to reach the fallopian tubes and consequently increase the chances of fertilization. This procedure is carried out by the Best IUI doctor in Wakad –Dr. Nilesh Balkawade.
IUI procedure gives the sperm an advantage by giving it a head start but still requires a sperm to reach on its own and fertilize the egg. It is a less invasive and less expensive option compared to In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF).
When is the IUI procedure done?
The most common purpose for the IUI procedure is because of low sperm count or decreased sperm mobility.
IUI may be selected as a potency treatment for any of the following conditions:
- Unexplained infertility
- A hostile cervical condition, including cervical mucus problems
- Cervical scar tissue from prior procedures which may limit the sperms’ ability to enter the uterus
- Ejaculation dysfunction
IUI is not recommended for the following patients:
- Females who have severe diseases of the fallopian tubes
- Females with a history of pelvic infections
- Females with moderate to severe endometriosis
How does the IUI procedure work?
Before starting the IUI procedure, ovulation-stimulating medications may be used, in which careful monitoring will be necessary to determine when the eggs are mature. The procedure will then be started around the time of ovulation, typically about 24-36 hours after the surge in the LH hormone indicates ovulation will occur soon.
A semen specimen will be cleaned by the lab to separate the semen from the seminal fluid. A catheter would then be used to insert the sperm directly into the uterus. This method increases the number of sperm cells that are placed in the uterus, thus maximizing the possibility of conception.
The IUI method takes only a few minutes and involves minimal discomfort.
What are the risks of the IUI procedure?
The chance of becoming pregnant with multiples fetuses is increased if you take fertility medication when having IUI treatment. There is also a small risk of infection after the procedure.
How successful is the IUI procedure?
The success of the procedure depends on several factors. If a couple has performed procedure every month, success rates may stretch as high as 20% per cycle depending on factors such as female age, the reason for infertility, and whether any fertility drugs were used among other variables.