Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is a method of assisted conception treatment designed to increase the chances of pregnancy. During IUI, selected and washed sperm are placed directly into the uterus near the time of ovulation, ensuring the sperm is close to the egg. In some cases, IUI treatment is combined with fertility drugs to further enhance the likelihood of pregnancy. The primary goal of IUI is to increase the number of sperm reaching the fallopian tubes, thereby boosting the chances of fertilization and, ultimately, pregnancy.
IUI can be chosen as a fertility treatment for any of the following conditions :
- Mild endometriosis
- Low sperm count and mobility
- A single woman desires to conceive
- Unexplained fertility
- Issues in the cervical mucus or cervix
- Issues with ejaculation or erection
Though IUI helps fertility, the following cases :
- Women with moderate to severe endometriosis
- Women with blocked/removed fallopian tubes
- Women with pelvic infection
- Men who could not produce sperms
In the above cases, IUI is not strictly recommended
What is expected while having the procedure ?
This painless, less invasive procedure sometimes is done under “Natural cycle” which means without any medications. This is nothing but during the natural ovulation time, the sperm is placed. IUI is sometimes combined with ovarian stimulation. Some hormonal medications are used to make the ovaries to mature, release an/multiple eggs. The pregnancy chances are increased by ovulation with more than one egg.
At Shashwat Hospital in Aundh, Pune, we offer Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) as part of our comprehensive fertility treatments to help you achieve your dream of pregnancy. IUI is a carefully performed assisted conception method where selected and washed sperm are placed directly into the uterus during ovulation, ensuring they are positioned close to the egg. To further enhance the chances of pregnancy, IUI may be combined with fertility drugs, increasing the number of sperm that reach the fallopian tubes and improving the likelihood of successful fertilization. Our dedicated team is here to support you every step of the way on your journey to parenthood.4o