Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)
Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)
Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) is a pregnancy-related treatment that includes placing sperm inside a woman’s uterus to help fertilization. The purpose of IUI treatment is to increase the number of sperm to reach the fallopian tubes and consequently increase the chances of fertilization.
IUI procedure gives the sperm an advantage by giving it a head start but still requires a sperm to reach on its own and fertilize the egg. It is a less invasive and less expensive option compared to In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF).
When is the IUI procedure done?
The most common purpose for the IUI procedure is because of low sperm count or decreased sperm mobility.
IUI may be selected as a potency treatment for any of the following conditions:
- Unexplained infertility
- A hostile cervical condition, including cervical mucus problems
- Cervical scar tissue from prior procedures which may limit the sperms’ ability to enter the uterus
- Ejaculation dysfunction
IUI is not recommended for the following patients:
- Females who have severe diseases of the fallopian tubes
- Females with a history of pelvic infections
- Females with moderate to severe endometriosis