IUI (Intrauterine Insemination) Procedure - What to Expect
IUI (Intrauterine insemination) FAQ
What is intrauterine insemination (IUI)?
Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is a fertility treatment that involves directly inserting sperm into a woman's womb. See your GP if you are considering having IUI on the NHS. you're unable to have vaginal sex – for example, because of a physical disability or psychosexual problem you have a condition that means you need specific help to conceive.
How is intrauterine insemination different from in vitro fertilization?
Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is different from in vitro fertilization (IVF) because fertilization occurs inside of your fallopian tube in an IUI procedure. A sperm sample is collected and washed so that only high-quality sperm are left. This sample is inserted into your uterus with a catheter during ovulation.
When should I use intrauterine insemination (IUI)?
Intrauterine insemination (IUI) may be used when these conditions are present: Cervical mucus problems or other problems with your cervix. Your cervix separates your vagina and uterus from each other. Mucus produced by your cervix helps sperm travel from your vagina, through your uterus and to your fallopian tubes.
What is artificial insemination (IUI)?
Another name for the procedure is artificial insemination. With IUI, the sperm are inserted around the time an ovary releases one or more eggs. The hoped-for outcome is for the sperm and egg to unite in the fallopian tube, which connects the uterus to the ovaries.
What is artificial sperm implantation (IUI)?
IUI, also known as artificial insemination, is a type of fertility treatment in which the better quality sperm are separated from sperm that are sluggish, non moving or abnormally shaped. These sperm are then injected directly into the womb. This may be performed with your partner’s sperm or donor sperm (known as donor insemination).
How does IUI work?
It involves directly inserting sperm into a woman’s womb. In IUI, a man provides a sample of sperm, which is then ‘washed’ and filtered in the laboratory using special techniques. The technique separates fast moving sperm from more sluggish or non-moving sperm. This ensures that only the highest quality sperm is used for the procedure.
IUI (Intrauterine insemination) References
If you want to know more about IUI (Intrauterine insemination), consider exploring links below:
What Is IUI (Intrauterine Insemination)
- https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/artificial-insemination/
- https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/intrauterine-insemination/about/pac-20384722
- https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/22456-iui-intrauterine-insemination
- https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/iui-procedure
IUI (Intrauterine Insemination) Information
- https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/cg156/ifp/chapter/intrauterine-insemination
- https://www.hfea.gov.uk/treatments/explore-all-treatments/intrauterine-insemination-iui/
- https://www.uhcw.nhs.uk/download/clientfiles/files/IUI%20cycle%20instructions%20(GEN-PI-000163V12).pdf
- https://mft.nhs.uk/saint-marys/services/gynaecology/reproductive-medicine/intrauterine-insemination-iui/
- https://www.uclh.nhs.uk/our-services/find-service/womens-health-1/gynaecology/reproductive-medicine-unit/fertility/intrauterine-insemination-iui
- https://www.healthline.com/health/intrauterine-insemination-iui
- https://www.wwl.nhs.uk/media/.leaflets/60fe9f69d82998.21841036.pdf
- https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/pregnancy/fertility-treatments/what-iui
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