Main description:

Intrauterine insemination (IUI), also known as artificial insemination, is a fertility treatment that uses a catheter to place washed sperm directly into the uterus. Its aim is to increase the number of sperm reaching the fallopian tubes and subsequently increase the chances of fertilisation (American Pregnancy Association).

This book is a step-by-step guide to intrauterine insemination (IUI).

Divided into 12 sections, the text begins with detail on counselling, diagnostic work up, and indications of IUI.

The following chapters cover ultrasound monitoring of an ART cycle, stimulation protocol, triggering ovulation, and when and how to administer IUI.

The book concludes with discussion on complications of IUI, factors affecting success, and sperm preparation.

Authored by recognised experts in the field, the text is further enhanced by colour photographs, illustrations and flowcharts.

Key points

Step-by-step guide to intrauterine insemination (IUI)
Covers the complete ART cycle, from initial counselling and work up, to monitoring and procedures, to success factors and complications
Highly illustrated with photographs, diagrams and flowcharts
Recognised, expert author team

Contents:

Counselling for IUI
Diagnostic work up before IUI
Indications of IUI
Ultrasound monitoring of ART cycle
Stimulation protocol for IUI
Ovulation trigger
When to do IUI? How many cycles of IUI?
Technique of IUI
Luteal phase support for IUI
Complications of IUI
Factors affecting IUI success
Sperm preparation