IVF Treatment Process – ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection)
ICSI, or Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection, is an assisted reproduction method in which a single sperm is collected with a fine glass needle and directly injected into each egg. This procedure is carried out in the laboratory by experienced embryologists using advanced equipment.
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Infertility affects 1 in every 8 couples. In about half of the couples who struggle to conceive, the cause of infertility is related to the male factor, particularly sperm. ICSI is the most effective treatment method for male-factor infertility, offering the highest success rates. When combined with IVF, ICSI allows the direct injection of sperm into the egg.
ICSI is recommended in the following cases:
Unexplained infertility
Women with both fallopian tubes blocked or non-functional
Ovulation disorders and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Patients with low ovarian reserve
Endometriosis and endometrioma (“chocolate cyst”)
Advanced maternal age
Cases with abnormal sperm count or quality
Failed intrauterine insemination (IUI) attempts
Cases requiring genetic testing of embryos
Treatment Process
The first stage of treatment begins with routine tests.
On days 2–4 of her menstrual cycle, the mother-to-be begins preliminary treatment with injections to stimulate egg maturation. This stage does not necessarily require her to be at our center; it can be managed in coordination with a local doctor (preferably experienced in IVF). If the patient prefers, the entire monitoring process can also be carried out at our center. In most cases, patients spend the final week of their treatment in Cyprus.
Within 10–12 days, once the eggs reach the desired maturity, an injection is administered at the time we determine to trigger ovulation. Approximately 36 hours later, the eggs are retrieved under anesthesia. The anesthesia used is deep sedation, not full surgical anesthesia, lasting only 10–15 minutes depending on the number of eggs. The procedure is safe and pain-free for the patient.
On the day of egg retrieval, sperm cells collected from the father are injected into the eggs using the ICSI technique. The fertilized eggs are monitored in the laboratory. On the day chosen by the embryologist and doctor, the best-quality embryos are transferred into the uterus, completing the treatment. Remaining good-quality embryos are frozen and stored.
Travel and Accommodation
We support our patients with travel and accommodation arrangements. Patients may organize their own transport, lodging, and transfers, or, if they prefer, we can arrange everything on their behalf, benefiting from the special discounts provided by our partner hotels.
Stay Healthy,
Cyprus American IVF Team
