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Assisted Reproductive Techniques or ART

While the aforementioned non-surgical and surgical male infertility treatments can help restore fertility in some cases, in other cases, Assisted Reproductive Techniques or ART may be the final way out. These techniques involve handling both eggs and sperm surgically and letting the couple conceive without having sex. The fertility specialists run some diagnostic tests to determine the type and cause of male infertility and then suggest the suitable Assisted Reproductive Technique. The most commonly performed ART include:

In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)

IVF has emerged as the most reliable ART over the years. This technique involves fertilization of the female or donor egg with the sperm of a male partner or donor in a petri dish outside of the woman’s body. Ovarian stimulation is a key part of this procedure and marks the first step of this comprehensive procedure. It helps the fertility specialist collect multiple mature eggs. The mature egg is then fertilized with the sperm in the lab, and the fertilized egg or embryo is then implanted in the woman’s uterus. A pregnancy test is performed two weeks after the implantation. 

This method is generally prescribed in case the male partner has very severe oligospermia, i.e., low sperm count or the woman has blocked fallopian tubes.

Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)

IUI or Intrauterine Insemination is another common and reliable ART, which involves the direct injection of sperm into the uterus. IUI offers increased chances of conception, as a large concentration of healthy sperm is injected very close to the egg in the female partner. Fertility specialists suggest this method in cases where the male partner has a low sperm count, retrograde ejaculation, sperm movement problems, or other conditions that might be causing infertility.

Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)

ICSI is a type of IVF treatment suggested in cases of severe male infertility. If the male partner has very poor sperm quality, no sperm in the semen, or a block of testicular failure that can’t be cured, ICSI may be the best fertility treatment for him. In this technique, the doctor uses a tiny needle to inject a single sperm into the egg. When the egg is fertilized, it is implanted in the uterus of the female partner.

How To Prepare For Male Infertility Treatment

No matter which surgical or ART method your doctor recommends, it’s important to be prepared for the treatment beforehand. Here are some tips to prepare for male-infertility treatment: 

Talk to your doctor about the medicines you’re taking

Several medicines can cause hurdles in fertility treatment. Therefore, it is suggested that you inform the doctor about the medicines you’re taking before the treatment. Additionally, if your doctor has suggested some medicines before the treatment, make sure you take them on time without fail. This will help you gain maximum benefit from the treatment. 

Discuss your apprehensions beforehand

If you have any questions regarding the treatment, make sure to get them answered beforehand. This will help you remain calm during the treatment procedure. You can ask your doctor to explain the treatment procedures, risks, and complications beforehand. 

Avoid eating before the surgery

If you’re undergoing surgery for male infertility, your doctor might ask you to stop eating anything at least 8 to 12 hours before the surgery. This is done to prevent complications associated with anesthesia.

Arrange for transportation and care

Surgical treatments for male infertility involve anesthesia administration. Therefore, make sure you bring an attendant with you so that they can escort you back home safely after the surgery.