Practical Guide To Intrauterine Insemination Iui

Intrauterine insemination (IUI), also known as artificial insemination, is a fertility treatment that uses a catheter to place washed sperm directly into the uterus. Its aim is to increase the number of sperm reaching the fallopian tubes and subsequently increase the chances of fertilisation (American Pregnancy Association). This book is a step-by-step guide to intrauterine insemination (IUI). Divided into 12 sections, the text begins with detail on counselling, diagnostic work up, and indications of IUI. The following chapters cover ultrasound monitoring of an ART cycle, stimulation protocol, triggering ovulation, and when and how to administer IUI. The book concludes with discussion on complications of IUI, factors affecting success, and sperm preparation. Authored by recognised experts in the field, the text is further enhanced by colour photographs, illustrations and flowcharts. Key points Step-by-step guide to intrauterine insemination (IUI) Covers the complete ART cycle, from initial counselling and work up, to monitoring and procedures, to success factors and complications Highly illustrated with photographs, diagrams and flowcharts Recognised, expert author team

Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) is a form of assisted conception. This concise manual is an up-to-date review of the technique of IUI, highlighting practical issues including patient assessment, basic science, effective use of the technique, and the set up and management of an efficient IUI unit. Quality control is discussed extensively. Written by highly experienced specialists from Europe and Asia, this useful text is supported by nearly 60 full colour images and illustrations, and a comprehensive bibliography. Key points Concise guide to intrauterine insemination (IUI) Highlights practical, day to day issues and emphasises quality control Authored by specialists from Europe and Asia Includes nearly 60 images and illustrations, and a comprehensive bibliography

This book is a step by step guide to intrauterine insemination (IUI). Divided into seven sections, the first provides an overview of IUI and general aspects of preparation for the procedure. The following sections discuss andrology, ovulation, IUI in special circumstances, for example with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV); procedures and results. The final chapter examines future challenges for IUI. With more than 100 images and illustrations, this book is a practical, step by step guide for practising gynaecologists, as well as postgraduate students.

Part of a new series on reproductive medicine, this book is a complete guide to the diagnosis and management of infertility. Beginning with an overview of infertility in both women and men, the next chapters discuss assessment and ultrasound. The following chapters cover numerous causes of infertility, and their diagnosis and treatment, examining both medical and lifestyle issues. The book presents the latest advances in the field and each chapter includes key points and references for further reading. Clinical photographs, diagrams and tables further enhance the comprehensive text. Other titles in the series include: Practical Guide in Reproductive Surgery, Practical Guide in Assisted Reproductive Technology and Practical Guide in Andrology and Embryology. Key points Comprehensive guide to diagnosis and management of infertility Part of new series on reproductive medicine Covers numerous causes of infertility, and their diagnosis and treatment Chapters include key points and detailed references for further reading

Intra-uterine insemination (IUI) is a widely used fertility treatment for couples with unexplained and male subfertility. Although it is less invasive and less expensive than l other treatment options such as in vitro fertilization, several factors affect its outcome. In addition, IUI remains controversial due to concerns about some of the possible aspects of treatment, including side-effects such multiple pregnancies. This comprehensive evidence-based book from an international IUI expert team explores all of these topics and provides clear guidelines for daily practice.

Approximately 15% of couples experience difficulty in conceiving and a proportion of them may require assisted conception treatment to alleviate continuing infertility. Intrauterine insemination is an effective first line treatment in properly selected cases and is less invasive than in vitro fertilisation and its variants. This multi-authored text is a comprehensive account of how to set up and run a successful intrauterine insemination program. It provides a very practical account and explains clearly the scientific and medical issues. The various chapters deal with design and equipment of the unit, patient selection, counselling, ovarian stimulation strategies, the role of ultrasonography, semen analysis and sperm preparation, intrauterine insemination techniques, semen cryopreservation and banking and complications. The contributing authors are all experienced practitioners and researchers in reproductive medicine and have created a manual that will be useful to full range of professionals involved in the provision of care for infertile couples such as clinicians, andrologists, embryologists, other scientists, nurses, counsellors, psychotherapists and managerial staff. Because of its clear presentation, students and patients will also find the volume informative.

A comprehensive and practical account of how to set up and run a successful IUI and ovulation induction program.

This publication will be an invaluable guide to scores of Infertility practitioners, postgraduate students and ART specialists across the world. Manual of Intrauterine Insemination (IUI), In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) covers all the aspects of the latest technologies, including the most recent topic of Vitrification. There are numerous photographs which makes the subject appealing as well as easy to understand. Each topic has been elaborated in depth so as to impart profound knowledge to readers. Several of them have written to me about the clarity of.