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Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)
ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection) is an advanced fertility treatment used primarily in cases of male infertility. It is a specialized form of IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) where a single healthy sperm is injected directly into an egg in a laboratory.
At Ashalatha IVF Centre, ICSI is performed using advanced Micromanipulators and Techniques by experienced embryologists.
When is ICSI Recommended?
ICSI is commonly recommended in the following situations:
- Low sperm count
- Poor sperm motility
- Abnormal sperm shape
- Previous IVF fertilization failure
- Blockage preventing sperm release
- Sperm retrieved through surgical procedures such as TESA or TESE
The ICSI Procedure
The ICSI process involves several steps:
- Ovarian stimulation to female partner to produce mature eggs.
- Retrieval of eggs from the ovaries.
- Collection of sperm sample from male partner.
- Injection of a single sperm into each egg using microscopic instruments.
- Fertilization and embryo development in the laboratory.
- Transfer of the embryo into the uterus of female partner.
Benefits of ICSI
- Effective treatment for severe male infertility
- Improved fertilization rates
- Higher chances of embryo development
- Increased possibility of successful pregnancy
ICSI has helped many couples overcome fertility challenges and achieve parenthood.