IUI - Intrauterine Insemination

What is IUI?

Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is a method used to treat infertility. In this procedure, a sample of sperm taken from the male is specially prepared in the laboratory and then directly introduced into the uterus of the woman during her ovulation period. . This increases the chances of sperm meeting the egg.

IUI can be applied in the following cases causing infertility:

• Male factor infertility
• Low ovarian reserve
• Ovulation disorders
• Endometriosis
• Tubal blockage

How is IUI Performed?

The IUI procedure is usually performed between the 10th and 14th days of the woman's menstrual cycle when her ovulation time approaches.

The procedure is carried out without anesthesia in a clinic setting. The woman is given a sperm sample vaginally using a special cannula under ultrasound guidance. The procedure takes about 15 minutes.

Advantages of IUI

IUI is a low-cost and relatively simple treatment method. It is painless and does not require anesthesia.

IUI is less invasive compared to in vitro fertilization (IVF). Therefore, it can be applied to women who are not suitable for IVF treatment.

IUI can increase the chance of pregnancy. The pregnancy rate in treatments with IUI is between 10% and 20%.

Disadvantages of IUI

IUI offers a lower pregnancy rate compared to IVF treatment.

IUI can increase the risk of multiple pregnancies. The rate of multiple pregnancies in treatments with IUI is between 10% and 20%.

Risks of IUI

IUI is generally a safe procedure. However, the following risks may occur:

• • Infection
• • Pain
• • Spotting

Success Rate of IUI

The success rate of IUI varies depending on factors such as the woman's age, ovarian reserve, and male factor infertility.

Generally, the pregnancy rate in treatments with IUI is between 10% and 20%.

 

What to Do After IUI?

After the IUI procedure, it is important to follow these recommendations:

• • Take a sedative medication.
• • To prevent vaginal infection, do not use soap when taking a shower.
• • Avoid sexual intercourse for 24 hours after the procedure.
• • A pregnancy test should be performed 14 days after the procedure.

Benefits and Risks of IUI

IUI is an effective method for treating infertility. . However, IUI has some benefits and risks.

Benefits:

• • Low cost
• • Relatively simple
• • Painless
• • Does not require anesthesia
• • Can increase the chance of pregnancy

Risks:

• • Low pregnancy rate
• • Risk of multiple pregnancies
• • Risk of infection
• • Risk of pain
• • Risk of spotting