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Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is a fertility treatment that involves placing sperm inside a woman's uterus, near the time of ovulation, to increase the chance of fertilization and pregnancy. The sperm can be provided by the woman's partner or by a sperm donor. IUI is often used in conjunction with ovulation induction, which is a method of stimulating the ovaries to produce multiple eggs in one cycle.
IUI can be done with or without the use of fertility drugs. In natural cycle IUI, the procedure is timed to the woman's ovulation, while in stimulated cycle IUI, fertility drugs are used to stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple eggs in one cycle.
The procedure itself is relatively simple and can be done in a doctor's office or clinic. A thin, flexible catheter is inserted through the cervix and into the uterus, and the sperm is then released. The entire process usually takes only a few minutes.
IUI is often used for couples with unexplained infertility, mild male factor infertility, or for women with cervical mucus problems. It can also be used for single women or same-sex couples using sperm from a donor.
It is important to note that success rates for IUI vary and success can depend on the underlying cause of infertility and the woman's age. It is important to consult with a fertility specialist to determine if IUI is the right treatment option for you.