IVF & ICSI

Maximizing Conception Success with Advanced IVF & ICSI

• In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) are the most effective assisted reproductive technologies (ART) for infertile couples.
• IVF and ICSI give hope to childless couples with severe male or female infertility, recurrent pregnancy loss, or idiopathic infertility.

Who is Most Likely to Benefit from IVF/ICSI?

They are helpful in:

• Blocked or Faulty Fallopian Tubes – Blocking conception.
• Severe Male Factor Infertility – Low sperm count, decreased motility, or abnormal morphology.
• Unexplained Infertility – When other fertility treatments have failed.
• Endometriosis – Uterine lining condition.
• Advanced Maternal Age – Women with reduced ovarian reserve.
• PCOS & Ovulatory Disorders – When ovulation induction and IUI fail.
• Genetic Disorders – Couples requiring Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT) to avoid genetic disease.
• Repeated Pregnancy Loss – To optimize implantation chances through embryo selection.

The IVF Treatment Process: Step-by-Step

1. Ovarian Stimulation – Egg Maxing

• Hormonal injections trigger the ovaries to release multiple eggs.
• Daily ultrasound checks and blood tests track follicle growth.

2. Egg Retrieval (Oocyte Retrieval) – Collecting Mature Eggs

• A simple surgical procedure under light anaesthesia.
• The eggs are collected using a fine ultrasound-guided needle.

3. Sperm Collection & Preparation

• An optimised frozen or fresh sperm sample is received.
• High-motility sperm are selected to fertilize.

4. Fertilization Process

• IVF: Eggs and sperm are left together in a laboratory dish for spontaneous fertilization.
• ICSI: One normal sperm is inserted into each egg individually.

5. Embryo Culture & Monitoring

• Fertilized embryos are cultured in a specially controlled lab environment for 3-5 days.
• Only the healthiest are selected to be transferred.

6. Embryo Transfer – Uterus Implantation

• A healthy embryo is inserted in the womb by means of a thin catheter.
• A very rapid, painless procedure without anaesthesia.

7. Luteal Phase Support & Pregnancy Test

• Hormonal drugs to aid implantation.
• The pregnancy test 10-14 days after the embryo transfer.

Success Rates of IVF & ICSI

• IVF Success Rates: 40-50% per cycle (medical history and age dependent).
• ICSI Success Rates: Same as IVF but more appropriate for severe male infertility.
• Higher Success with PGT: Preimplantation Genetic Testing is a way to improve the quality of embryo selection and implantation chances.

Risks & Considerations

• Increased risk of Multiple Pregnancies – if more than one embryo is transferred.
• Avoidable, rare syndrome of Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS) due to hormone stimulation.
• Time, planning required – Emotional & Financial Implications.

Why Choose Medcy IVF Hospital for IVF/ICSI Treatment?

• High success rates with best reproductive technologies – Expert Fertility Specialists.
• State-of-the-Art Laboratory Facilities – Cutting-edge embryology and genetic testing.
• Individualized Fertility Plans – Personalized treatment programs for optimal outcomes.
• Holistic Care – Counselling, nutrition, and holistic fertility treatment.