Assisted reproduction techniques

Low-complexity techniques:

Intrauterine Insemination

A simple procedure performed in the consulting room. It consists in the insertion of a sperm sample previously enhanced in the laboratory into the uterus with a cannula. Insemination is performed so as to match ovulation timing accurately determined by ultrasound. It is painless and easy to perform. It is typically made for three cycles, and 40% of patients get pregnant. If pregnancy is not achieved, only an additional 10% will succeed if they try three further cycles. Accordingly, if pregnancy is not achieved in 3 or 4 cycles, it is time to try high-complexity techniques.