ICSI
Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) is an advanced fertilization technique where a single sperm is directly injected into an egg. This revolutionary procedure has transformed treatment for male factor infertility, achieving fertilization rates of over 70%.
Treatment Process
1
Sperm Collection
High-quality sperm are selected from the sample or retrieved surgically if needed.
2
Egg Preparation
Mature eggs are prepared for the microinjection procedure.
3
Microinjection
A single sperm is injected directly into each mature egg using specialized equipment.
4
Embryo Development
Fertilized eggs are monitored as they develop into embryos.
Key Benefits
- Overcomes severe male infertility
- High fertilization success rate
- Can use surgically retrieved sperm
- Effective with low sperm counts
- Expert precision technique
Who Is This For?
- Severe male factor infertility
- Low sperm count or motility
- Previous IVF fertilization failure
- Using frozen sperm
- Sperm retrieved surgically
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ICSI better than conventional IVF?
Is ICSI better than conventional IVF?
ICSI is specifically beneficial for male factor infertility. For couples without male factor issues, conventional IVF may be equally effective.