Artificial Insemination with Partner Semen

 

 

 

 

 

Artificial insemination with partner’s sperm is an assisted reproduction procedure that involves the introduction of the male partner’s sperm into the woman’s uterus during ovulation, with the aim of facilitating the fertilisation of the egg.

This procedure is used when there are difficulties in conceiving naturally, but where the partner’s sperm is not severely altered.

STAGES OF THE PROCEDURE
01 Previous Tests

Medical consultation: Assessment of the couple to determine suitability of treatment.

Diagnostic tests: Seminogram, ultrasound with evaluation of ovarian reserve, blood tests and hysterosalpingography or hysterosonography.

02 Procedure

Cycle monitoring: In order to determine the ideal moment for insemination, we must monitor the cycle by means of ultrasound scans to evaluate follicular development. In some cases we will also order blood tests for hormone monitoring.

Artificial insemination may be performed:

  • Natural Cycle: We monitor the woman’s own cycle, without hormonal medication, taking advantage of natural hormones. 
  • Ovarian stimulation: Alternatively, the woman can be given hormonal medication (gonadotropins) to stimulate the production of follicles in the ovaries in a very controlled way, increasing the chances of success.

Ovulation Induction: Once the follicles reach the right size and the endometrium presents favourable characteristics, an injection of hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) is administered to trigger ovulation.

Semen Collection and Preparation:

  • Semen collection: The male provides a semen sample on the day of insemination.
  • Semen capacitation: Processing of semen in the laboratory to concentrate the most motile spermatozoa. 

Insemination: Introduction of the capacitated sperm into the woman’s uterus by means of a catheter. This procedure is simple and is carried out in the doctor’s office.

Procedure
03 Post-insemination

Short rest: The woman rests for a few minutes after insemination.

Pregnancy Test: Approximately 14 days later, a pregnancy test is performed to determine whether the procedure has been successful.

Artificial insemination with partner sperm is an assisted reproduction procedure that involves the introduction of the male partner‘s sperm into the woman’s uterus.

WHO IS IT FOR?

  • Indicated for couples facing mild to moderate male fertility problems, ejaculation difficulties or infertility of unknown origin. Preferably women under 35-38 years of age, as success rates decrease with age. 
  • It is also indicated for women with very irregular menstrual cycles or chronic anovulation such as polycystic ovary syndrome.

SUCCESS RATES

Average Success Rate: About 10-20% per cycle. Success rates vary depending on the age of the woman, the cause of infertility, and the quality of the sperm.

FAQs

The insemination procedure is generally painless, although some women may experience mild discomfort similar to that of a Pap smear.

The risks are minimal. There may be a risk of multiple pregnancy if ovarian stimulation medication has been used. Your doctor will inform you of this if you are undergoing this type of treatment. 

The average duration of treatment is approximately 30 days, from the start of ovarian stimulation or natural cycle monitoring to the pregnancy test.

Several insemination cycles are commonly needed to achieve pregnancy. A minimum of 2-3 cycles (up to a maximum of 4) is recommended before considering other fertility treatments.

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