Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)

What Is Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)?

Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is an assisted reproductive procedure in which specially prepared sperm is placed directly into the uterus around the time of ovulation.

The procedure is designed to support the natural fertilisation process by increasing the number of motile sperm cells reaching the egg.

Who Can Benefit from IUI?

IUI may be recommended in cases of:

  • Mild male-factor infertility
  • Ovulation disorders
  • Cervical-factor infertility
  • Unexplained infertility
  • Couples at an earlier stage of fertility treatment

Main Stages of the Procedure

Ovulation Monitoring

Ovulation is monitored through ultrasound examinations and, when necessary, controlled ovarian stimulation.
1

Sperm Preparation

The semen sample is processed in the laboratory to select the most suitable sperm cells for insemination.
2

Insemination Procedure

The prepared sperm is placed directly into the uterus through a quick and painless procedure that does not require anaesthesia.
3

What to Expect

  • Minimally invasive treatment
  • Short procedure time
  • Quick return to normal daily activities

Safety and Risks

Intrauterine insemination is a gentle and low-risk procedure.

It is performed under strict medical and laboratory standards to ensure patient safety and optimal treatment conditions.

Duration and Preparation

Treatment duration: Several days within a single menstrual cycle.

Preparation includes: Fertility investigations, Ovulation monitoring, Individual treatment planning

Medical Team

The procedure is performed by an obstetrician-gynaecologist together with an experienced laboratory team specialising in reproductive medicine.

Where Is the Procedure Performed?

New Life Plovdiv

New Life Nia Med Stara Zagora

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