How is ICSI different from IVF?

ICSI differs from IVF as each egg is individually injected with a single sperm, bypassing the stage where the sperm has to naturally penetrate the egg.

Does ICSI cause twins?

Abstract. Twin pregnancies constitute the most serious complication for both mother and children after IVF/ICSI treatment, but transfer of at least two `best looking’ embryos remains the standard policy. This is due to our inability and reluctance to identify both the `twin prone’ patient and the top quality embryo.

What is in vitro fertilisation (ICSI)?

Key facts ICSI is an effective treatment for men with infertility. It’s performed as part of in vitro fertilisation (IVF). It involves the sperm being injected directly into the egg. Some men may need their sperm to be surgically extracted first.

What is intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI)?

Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) [pronounced “ick-see”] is an advanced reproductive procedure done in an embryology lab during an IVF treatment in which a single sperm is injected directly into a woman’s egg in order to create a fertilized embryo.

What is ICSI and how is it done?

ICSI is done as a part of IVF. Since ICSI is done in the lab, your IVF treatment won’t seem much different than an IVF treatment without ICSI. As with regular IVF, you’ll take ovarian stimulating drugs, and your doctor will monitor your progress with blood tests and ultrasounds.

What are the success rates of ICSI with IVF?

The ICSI technique fertilizes on average 50-80% of the eggs that are injected, whereas conventional IVF fertilizes around 50% of eggs. But fertilization rates are different than clinical pregnancy or live birth rates. After fertilization occurs, success rates for couples using ICSI with IVF are the same as for a couple using regular IVF treatment.