ICSI Treatment

ICSI - Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection

Infertility can impact you and might be due to medical issues with either male or female partners. Thankfully advancements in medical science now offer amazing treatments for plenty of types of infertility. Procedures including IVF IUI, ICSI are helping you overcome fertility challenges and achieve your dream of becoming parents. Intracytoplasmic sperm injection is a type of assisted reproductive technology which is used to treat infertility. In this procedure, a single sperm is directly injected in your egg using a find needle. The fertilized egg will be cultured in a laboratory and subsequently implanted in your uterus.

The treatment is performed alongside IVF to improve the chances of pregnancy. The procedure is especially valuable for you if you are facing male factor infertility, providing you with a significant opportunity to start a family.

When should you go for this treatment?

When your sperm is unable to fertilize an egg despite using IVF a specialized treatment that is intracytoplasmic sperm injection is used. The procedure greatly improves the chances of becoming pregnant. The treatment is especially effective for male infertility issues like low sperm count, low mortality and erectile dysfunction.

  • You can go for the treatment if you produce insufficient sperm for artificial insemination or IVF.
  • If your sperm does not move naturally, reducing your ability to reach and fertilize the egg, the treatment is your best bet.
  • A blockage prevents sperm from leaving your reproductive system then you should go for this t Treatment.
  • Traditional IVF has failed to fertilize eggs irrespective of your sperm quality then this treatment can help you.
  • If previously  frozen eggs are being used.

By directly injecting a single sperm in your egg the treatment improves fertilization rates and offers you hope if you're struggling with male factor infertility.

ICSI Procedure

In standard IVF procedure, you have to take fertility medication to stimulate your egg production in the ovaries. During this time the doctor will closely monitor the progress of your eggs when your eggs are ready for retrieval .

Retrieval of sperm and egg:- Your male partner provides you a sperm sample through ejaculation or it is surgically extracted. One method for extraction is testicular sperm aspiration and it is performed under anesthesia either in the operating room or office. The procedure is generally timed to coincide with the female partners eggs on needle will be used to Pierce the testicle and aspirate tissue and sperm from

Egg retrieval

Using a small needle and ultrasound probe the multiple legs will be extracted from your ovaries.

Sperm injection into the egg

Preparation:- The Siemens sample will be cleaned and a single sperm will be selected. Using a very fine hollow needle the sperm will be directly injected in your egg. This will help you bypass the need for sperm to swim through the cervical fluid facilitating instant fertilization. It takes around 24 hours for the sperm to fertilize your egg and form an embryo

Monitoring the embryo:- The fertilized embryo will be kept in the laboratory for around six days after fertilization. They are monitored for different signs of development and growth. Not all the fertilized embryos will be transferred to your uterus, so this stage is really important for selecting the healthiest and the most viable embryos.

Embryo transfer:- one or even more embryos will be selected and transferred into your womb using an ultrasound guided caterer. The transfer can generally happen two or five days after your fertilization.

Post procedure:- The remainder of the process mirrors your natural pregnancy; the embryo must implant in your uterine wall and continue to grow. A pregnancy test will be recommended two weeks after the embryo transfer to confirm successful implantation.

By following all these steps the treatment improves the chance of fertilization and helps you face male factor infertility to achieve pregnancy.

Why choose Maaeri?

We understand that your dreams of expanding your family and we know that undergoing infertility treatment can be a challenging journey. We have a dedicated team of doctors who are always here to support you at every step of the way.

Our specialized doctors have achieved one of the highest IVF success rates in India. When you choose us you will be under the care of experts trained in using the latest technology to increase your chance of having a healthy baby.

We look forward to help you achieve your parental aspirations with the fewest possible cycles so you can conceive as soon as possible

Every case is unique and which is the only reason why we offer customized solutions to meet your specific requirements including the use of donor eggs if important.

Do’s and don'ts

Do’s

You need to monitor your diet as what you eat and drink can greatly impact your sperm count and quality. It's important for you to consult your doctor at least three months before your scheduled treatment to get a recommended diet plan. This can help you improve fertility.

You must focus on your proteins as it is considered a super food for your overall health and sperm quality. You must ensure that your diet includes A sufficient amount of protein to provide the best possible sample on the day your IVF process starts.

Don’ts

Make the most of the process you just need to refrain from consuming alcohol for at least three months before your planned IVF treatment.

Smoking negatively impacts all aspects of your health, especially reproductive health, so quitting smoking before your treatment even if it seems like a small step can make a world of a difference in your reproductive outcomes.

Cost

The amount of ICSI in India can vary depending on the clinic. The base price of the treatment remains consistent but additional costs might be incurred because medicines used for the total treatment can be influenced by several surgical procedures that might be important. Typically the minimum cost ranges anywhere between INR 2,40,000 and INR 2,50,000 power cycle. If you have a higher budget going for advanced assistive technologies then extra expenses can be added anywhere between 1,45,000 and 2,51,000.

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Frequently Asked Questions

ICSI treatment is recommended for you if you are facing male factor infertility, previous IVF failures or unexplained fertility. It is also useful in cases where typical ivf might not be successful due to some sperm-related issues.

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