Artificial insemination consists of facilitating the encounter of the male and female gametes within the internal genital apparatus of the woman. Sperm are deposited inside the uterus at the time that ovulation is occurring.
In which cases is the use of this technique of assisted reproduction indicated?
The technique is indicated in cases of sterility of unknown origin, in ovulatory dysfunctions, when there are factors related to cervical mucus , subfertility of male origin (mild oligospermia), inability to deposit sperm in the vagina or to prevent sexually transmitted diseases .
Artificial insemination is indicated in cases of sterility of unknown origin
How is the couple prepared to start the process?
Ovarian stimulation with drugs is usually required for several days. To do this, ultrasound controls are required to determine the best time to schedule insemination .
How is insemination done? Does it cause discomfort?
To perform the insemination the sperm are deposited in the uterus through a thin catheter that is passed through the cervix.
It is usually a simple technique, except when there is a problem in the cervix , cases in which you may notice some discomfort.
What factors determine the success of this technique?
As in the rest of the techniques of assisted reproduction , the factors that condition the success of artificial insemination are fundamentally the age of the woman as well as the quality of the semen .
*Translated with Google translator. We apologize for any imperfection
Dr. Salvador García Aguirre, medical specialist in Assisted Reproduction, directs the gynecological side of the Asisitida Reproduction Unit. His professional practice in this area began in 1989, within the small group of gynecologists who attended the beginnings of this modern specialty in the Autonomous Community of Aragon and since then develops his work in exclusivity in the field of Human Reproduction.
He combines his assistance activity with the teacher, having been Director of se...
By Dr. Salvador García Aguirre
Fertility Specialty
Dr. Salvador García Aguirre, medical specialist in Assisted Reproduction, directs the gynecological side of the Asisitida Reproduction Unit. His professional practice in this area began in 1989, within the small group of gynecologists who attended the beginnings of this modern specialty in the Autonomous Community of Aragon and since then develops his work in exclusivity in the field of Human Reproduction.
He combines his assistance activity with the teacher, having been Director of several doctoral theses, and attendance at conferences, as well as the publication of articles in national and international scientific journals.
*Translated with Google translator. We apologize for any imperfection
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