ICSI Treatment

ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection) is an advanced fertility technique used alongside IVF, where a single sperm is directly injected into an egg to assist fertilisation.

What is ICSI?

ICSI is a specialised form of IVF designed to improve fertilisation, particularly in cases of male factor infertility.

Instead of allowing sperm to fertilise the egg naturally in a dish, a single healthy sperm is carefully selected and injected directly into the egg in a laboratory setting.

This technique can significantly increase the chances of successful fertilisation in appropriate cases.

Who may benefit from ICSI?

ICSI may be recommended for:

  • Low sperm count

  • Poor sperm motility (movement)

  • Abnormal sperm shape

  • Previous failed fertilisation with IVF

  • Use of frozen or surgically retrieved sperm

What does the process involve?

ICSI is performed as part of an IVF cycle and follows similar steps:

1. Ovarian stimulation
Medication is used to stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple eggs.

2. Egg collection
Eggs are retrieved from the ovaries using a minor procedure.

3. Sperm injection (ICSI)
A single sperm is injected directly into each mature egg.

4. Embryo development and transfer
Fertilised embryos are monitored, and one or more are transferred into the uterus.

Success rates and expectations

Success rates depend on several factors, including age, egg quality, and underlying fertility issues.

A personalised consultation will help determine whether ICSI is appropriate and what outcomes may be expected.

Why choose Mr Kelada?

  • Over 25 years’ experience as a Consultant in Fertility and IVF treatment

  • Individualised treatment plans

  • Consultations available at Spire Gatwick Park and Spire Portsmouth

  • Continuity of care throughout your treatment with easy communication throughout with Mr Kelada

Further Information

You are advised to visit the website of the HFEA (Human Fertilisation & Embryology Authority) for impartial, accurate information about IVF, clinics and other fertility treatments from the UK government fertility regulator.