ICSI | Male Fertility Treatment | IVF London

ICSI

A high precision laboratory technique
to fertilise an egg with one
morphologically selected sperm

Introduction to Intra Cytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)

ICSI was introduced as a clinical level improvement to conventional IVF treatments. It involves carefully selecting only one single sperm of the best quality for injection into an egg to achieve fertilization. This procedure is done using a high precision technique called ‘micromanipulation’. The resulting embryo is then transferred back into the uterus to continue its development as with a normal pregnancy.

When is ICSI required?

ICSI is recommended when there is severe male factor infertility, including low sperm concentration, poor motility, blockages in the male reproductive tract or where there is a desire to get pregnant after having had a vasectomy. It may also be advised when the female had a very low yield of eggs during egg retrieval so as to directly improve the chances of fertilization by clinical intervention. Your IVF London consultant may also recommend this enhanced procedure if a previous IVF treatment has resulted in a low fertilization of eggs.

How does it work?

The woman will be required to undergo ovarian stimulation to prepare her eggs for collection as in a traditional IVF treatment plan. The sperm from the male partner will then be processed, washed and inspected in our laboratory to select only one sperm which will then be carefully injected into a retrieved e.g. the aim is to inject the most normal looking sperm with good progressive movement into each egg. In cases of surgically retrieved sperm, ICSI will be required.

PICSI

Physiological ICSI may also be recommended as a treatment add-on alongside ICSI. This is advised when there are increased level of DNA damage in sperm. It involves the use of special PICSI dishes that have a drop of hyaluronic acid. The sperm are placed with the hyaluronic acid and any sperm that bind to the drop are thought to have better quality DNA. These sperm are then used for the ICSI and injected into the eggs.

Why Choose Us?

Here are some facts about your fertility journey with us that we’d like to share with you:

Every evaluation and treatment plan is uniquely tailored to meet your individual needs

You will have access to leading professionals, with over 35 years combined expertise, providing you with confidence and reassurance in your fertility diagnosis and subsequent treatment

Our multidisciplinary team includes specialists in fertility, urology, nutrition, counselling, genetics, endocrinology, haematology and weight management to provide a comprehensive range of support as and when you need it

We will work with you closely to understand your individual circumstances, identify any problems and agree with you, the best course of action to help make your dream a reality

We will always be honest and open about your chances of success with treatment.

Your comfort and care is always our top priority

Our focus remains entirely on you as an individual, your unique needs and your wellbeing

All investigations and treatments are provided within our new state-of-the-art clinic based in Elstree which offers a spacious environment with comfortable surroundings, to enhance your care and experience. We offer investigations and scans at our satellite locations too.

Our friendly consultant-led team is here to support you at every step throughout your fertility journey

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