Female Infertility Treatments
Ovarian Puncture (Egg Retrieval)
Ovarian puncture is a minimally invasive procedure performed under ultrasound guidance to collect mature eggs from the ovaries. It is a critical step in assisted reproductive technologies such as IVF and ICSI. The procedure is usually done under mild anesthesia to ensure patient comfort. Retrieved eggs are immediately transferred to the embryology lab for fertilization.
Benefit: Provides high-quality oocytes for fertilization, maximizing the chance of successful embryo development.
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
IVF involves fertilizing eggs with sperm outside the body in a controlled laboratory environment. After fertilization, embryos are cultured for several days before being transferred into the uterus.
Benefit: Effective for couples with blocked fallopian tubes, unexplained infertility, or failed simpler treatments. It allows precise control over fertilization and embryo selection.
Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)
ICSI is an advanced form of IVF where a single sperm is injected directly into an egg using micromanipulation techniques. It is particularly useful in cases of severe male infertility, low sperm count, or poor sperm motility.
Benefit: Overcomes barriers to fertilization, offering high success rates even with very limited sperm availability.
Embryo Transfer
Embryo transfer is the final step of IVF/ICSI, where one or more embryos are placed into the uterus under ultrasound guidance. The procedure is painless and does not require anesthesia.
Benefit: Provides the opportunity for implantation and pregnancy after laboratory fertilization.
Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)
IUI involves placing prepared sperm directly into the uterus during ovulation. It is a simpler, less invasive fertility treatment compared to IVF.
Benefit: Increases the chances of fertilization by bypassing cervical barriers and placing sperm closer to the egg.
Gynecological Procedures
Cyst Aspiration
Ovarian cysts are drained under ultrasound guidance to relieve pain, prevent rupture, and improve ovarian function.
Benefit: Restores ovarian health and reduces complications that may interfere with fertility.
Sonohysterography (Saline Infusion Sonography)
This diagnostic test uses sterile fluid introduced into the uterine cavity during ultrasound to detect abnormalities such as fibroids, polyps, or adhesions.
Benefit: Provides detailed imaging of the uterine cavity without invasive surgery.
Hysteroscopy
A thin scope is inserted into the uterus to directly visualize and treat intrauterine abnormalities. Fibroids, polyps, and adhesions can be removed during the same procedure. Benefit: Improves fertility outcomes by restoring a normal uterine environment.
Myomectomy
Surgical removal of uterine fibroids while preserving the uterus.
Benefit: Enhances fertility and reduces miscarriage risk in women with fibroid-related infertility.
Laparoscopy for Infertility
A minimally invasive surgical technique using small incisions and a camera to diagnose and treat pelvic conditions such as endometriosis, adhesions, or tubal blockages. Benefit: Restores pelvic anatomy and improves chances of natural conception.
Male Infertility Treatments
Testicular Biopsy
A small tissue sample is taken from the testis to evaluate sperm production.
Benefit: Helps diagnose male infertility and allows sperm retrieval for assisted reproduction.
TESE (Testicular Sperm Extraction)
Sperm is surgically retrieved from testicular tissue in men with azoospermia (no sperm in semen).
Benefit: Enables biological fatherhood even in severe male infertility cases.
Micro-TESE (Microsurgical Testicular Sperm Extraction)
A more advanced technique using a surgical microscope to identify and extract sperm from tiny tubules.
Benefit: Increases sperm retrieval success while minimizing tissue damage.
Cryopreservation & Genetic Services
Cryopreservation (Egg, Sperm, and Embryo Freezing)
Freezing and storing reproductive cells or embryos for future use.
Benefit: Preserves fertility for patients undergoing cancer treatment, or for couples planning delayed parenthood.
Advanced Sperm Analysis
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DFI (DNA Fragmentation Index): Measures sperm DNA integrity, crucial for embryo development.
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Zeta Potential (ZETA): Selects sperm with better membrane integrity and fertilization potential.
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Benefit: Improves embryo quality and pregnancy outcomes by selecting the healthiest sperm.
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Assisted Hatching
A small opening is made in the embryo’s outer shell (zona pellucida) to facilitate implantation.
Benefit: Increases implantation rates, especially in older women or those with repeated IVF failures.
Embryo Biopsy
A few cells are removed from the embryo for genetic testing without harming its development.
Benefit: Allows screening for genetic diseases before implantation.
Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD)
PGD tests embryos for chromosomal abnormalities or inherited genetic disorders before transfer.
Benefit: Ensures only healthy embryos are implanted, reducing miscarriage risk and preventing genetic disease transmission.