ICSI is one of the in-vitro fertilization techniques that involve collection of eggs & sperms. Process of ICSI involves injecting a single sperm directly into the cytoplasm of a mature egg with the help of fine needle.

WHEN TO CONSIDER ICSI?

Intra-cytoplasmic sperm injection is recommended in case of sever male fertility issues like low sperm count, poor motility, abnormal morphology, anti-sperm antibodies, vasectomy. One might consider ICSI if previously had failed fertilization from IVF, unexplained infertility, hormonal imbalances.

HOW MANY SPERMS ARE NEEDED FOR ICSI?

In ICSI procedure, only one sperm is enough for one egg. In patients of Oligospermia, good numbers of sperm are retrieved from semen sample, collected on the day of Ovum Pickup.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN IVF AND ICSI?

Main difference between IVF and ICSI is the Fertilization technique of both procedures. ICSI is an advanced technology where every single sperm is injected into each egg for fertilization. While, in IVF sperms and eggs are allowed to fertilize in a dish.

When Should Laparoscopy be Advised

Posted by ACIMC Webmaster
By-Dr.Alveena Arslan Meer
ART Coordinator(MBBS)& Online Counselor

Laparoscopy is a procedure where a camera is used to find out the internal condition of a patient’s abdominal organs. In addition, it allows the doctor to also perform repairs with in the abdomen if needed, without making a larger incision. In situations where infertility is the major reason to perform this procedure, laparoscopy can be used to diagnose infertility as well as treat it.

Laparoscopy would be advised in the following conditions:

It is usually advised when other infertility testing have not helped in reaching a diagnosis for infertility, or if the symptoms point us towards this procedure.

DON’T:

Lift heavy objects
Perform excessive exercises, mild walk and gentle movement is acceptable
Consume too much caffeine
Perform intercourse
Go for hot baths, it’s better to stick to showers till the pregnancy test, hot environment may damage the transferred embryo
Discuss your IVF procedure with those who have had a bad experience, it will only give you negative energy and increase your anxiety level.

But DO:

Talk to your husband/partner and share what you feel
Get support from your family and loved ones
Things that makes you happy, be it a hobby, listening to music or any other activity
Stay calm and relax
If you want to offer namaz, sit on a chair and pray
Think before resuming work, if it’s a hectic job then try avoiding it, if it involves a lot of travelling then also consider not resuming immediately.