ICSI is the short abbreviation of Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection. This is one of the future techniques used in IVF treatments. This involves the selection, pickup and direct injection of the sperm into the egg.

This is done in case of Male infertility. When the natural insemination of the sperm into the egg doesn’t work. This is the procedure in which sperm is manually inserted into the egg.

Who can go for the ICST treatment?

• ICSI treatment in India is the effective treatment for those whose sperm have the abnormal shape.

• This is also the best treatment for those who have the low motility of the sperm. Motility of sperms means there is slow movement of the sperm.

• This method is more effective when there is less sperm count.

• Another case in which it is used is the stage when the male is unable to release the sperm.

• This is also beneficial when the sperm function is also disturbed by the antibodies that are produced in the male body.

What are the various stages of the ICSI treatment?

Following are the various stages of the ICSI treatment:

Down regulation: in this stage, the nasal spray is given to the patient before the 21 days. This is essential to switch off the transfer of the hormonal messages. This will help to release the premature eggs from the ovaries. This is known as Ovulation.

Ovarian stimulation: in this stage, injection with the hormones are given to the patient regularly. These are essential for generating the multiple eggs. This process is carried out for 11 to 13 days. Ultrasound is performed for scanning of the eggs. Once the eggs are matured, then injection is given for ripping the egg. After this, the egg is collected after 36 hours of the stimulation.

Egg Collection: In this method, fluid is pumped out in the test-tube and other person checks the presence of the eggs with the help of the microscope. This process takes 15-20 minutes. Pain relief tablet is given to the patient and patient doesn’t feel any kind of the pain at the time of the eggs collection.

Insemination: Both egg and sperm are kept together with a fluid. This is done for the whole night. This fluid will provide the essential nutrient that is vital for the fertilization of the eggs. In the next morning, your surgeon will check how many embryos are of use and how many are of wastage.

Embryo Transfer: The final stage is the most important for the women. It involves the transfer of the embryo. In this stage, the best embryo is selected and placed in the womb of the female. This process requires only a few minutes to complete. This process is normally performed on the second, third and fifth day of the egg collection.

In the ancient time, people were worried about the effects on the child and mother. But by seeing its effects, this becomes the best treatment of infertility. You can consult the best IVF centre in India for the effective results.