Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)

Fertility Treatments

Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)

What is IUI?

Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) is a simple and commonly used fertility treatment that increases the chances of conception by placing prepared sperm directly into the uterus. This procedure is recommended for couples with unexplained infertility, mild male factor infertility, or cervical issues, and can be done in a natural or stimulated cycle.

How is the Procedure Performed?

The procedure is quick, painless, and performed in a clinical setting. First, the semen sample is collected and specially processed to separate healthy, motile sperm. Using a fine catheter, these sperm are gently placed into the uterine cavity at the time of ovulation, increasing the chances of fertilization.

Simple and minimally invasive procedure
Performed without anesthesia
Takes only a few minutes to complete

Improves chances of natural conception

Why Choose Us for IUI?

Gentle & Safe Approach

We perform IUI with utmost care, ensuring comfort, safety, and minimal discomfort throughout the procedure.

Fertility
Expertise

Our specialists have extensive experience in IUI, tailoring treatment cycles to suit each patient’s unique needs.

Enhanced Pregnancy Chances

By using advanced sperm preparation and precise timing, we maximize the chances of achieving a successful pregnancy.

Ideal Candidates for IUI

IUI is often recommended when there are no major issues with the reproductive organs, making it an effective, minimally invasive option for addressing fertility concerns. It works best for couples with conditions that don’t involve blocked fallopian tubes or severe infertility factors.

Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) is suitable for individuals or couples facing certain fertility challenges:

Couples with unexplained infertility
Mild male factor infertility, such as low sperm count or motility
Cervical issues, including hostile cervical mucus
Women with ovulatory disorders
Those using fertility medications, such as Clomid or Gonadotropins, to stimulate ovulation
When fallopian tubes and uterus are healthy

Post-Treatment Care and Monitoring

After the IUI procedure, patients may need to follow specific instructions such as avoiding strenuous activities. Follow-up visits are scheduled to monitor the effectiveness of the procedure and the progression of pregnancy if conception occurs. Pregnancy tests are typically conducted 14 days after the procedure to determine if implantation was successful.

Follow-up visits monitor the procedure’s success, and progesterone may be prescribed to support implantation. A pregnancy test is done 14 days after IUI to check for hCG. If positive, further tests will confirm pregnancy. If negative, the fertility team will discuss next steps, such as another cycle or alternative treatments.

Success Rates of IUI

The success rates of Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) vary based on several key factors, including the age of the woman, the underlying cause of infertility, and the quality of sperm used in the procedure.

Women under the age of 35 generally experience higher success rates, as younger eggs tend to have better quality and are more likely to result in successful pregnancies. Success rates can decrease for women over 35, particularly as egg quality declines with age.

On average, IUI success rates range from 10-20% per cycle. However, success rates are higher with fertility medications, and can improve with additional treatments like ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection) for male infertility.

Intrauterine Insemination