Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) is an advanced fertility treatment designed to help couples facing male infertility issues or previous IVF failures. This specialized technique involves injecting a single healthy sperm directly into the egg, increasing the chances of successful fertilization.

If you and your partner are struggling to conceive due to low sperm count, poor sperm motility, or unexplained infertility, Dr. Sravya Buggana offers expert ICSI treatments tailored to your specific needs.

Who Can Benefit from ICSI?

ICSI is recommended for individuals and couples dealing with:

• Low sperm count (Oligospermia) or poor sperm motility (Asthenospermia).
• Abnormal sperm shape (Teratospermia) affecting fertilization.
• Previous failed fertilization in standard IVF cycles.
• Unexplained infertility despite multiple treatment attempts.
• Sperm retrieval procedures (TESE, PESA, MESA) in cases of azoospermia (no sperm in semen).
• Use of frozen sperm from a sperm bank or previous fertility preservation.

How Does ICSI Work?

Dr. Sravya Buggana follows a step-by-step, precise approach to ensure the highest chances of fertilization with ICSI.

1. Ovarian Stimulation & Egg Retrieval

• Hormonal medications stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple mature eggs.
• Ultrasound monitoring ensures optimal egg development.
• Once ready, the eggs are retrieved through a minor surgical procedure under sedation.

2. Sperm Collection & Selection

• A semen sample is collected from the male partner or a donor.
• The best sperm are selected using advanced techniques to ensure high-quality fertilization.
• If necessary, sperm is retrieved surgically (TESE, PESA, or MESA).

3. Sperm Injection (ICSI Procedure)

• Under a high-powered microscope, a single, healthy sperm is carefully selected.
• The sperm is directly injected into the egg using a specialized microneedle.
• This technique bypasses natural fertilization barriers and enhances success rates.

4. Embryo Culture & Selection

• The fertilized eggs (embryos) are monitored for quality and growth.
• The best embryos are selected for transfer into the uterus.
• Advanced embryo grading and genetic testing (PGT) may be performed to improve implantation success.

5. Embryo Transfer & Pregnancy Testing

• The healthiest embryo is gently placed into the uterus using a thin catheter.
• A pregnancy test is conducted after 10-14 days to confirm implantation.

Why Choose ICSI?

✔ Increases fertilization chances for severe male infertility cases.
✔ Bypasses sperm motility and morphology issues.
✔ Higher success rates compared to conventional IVF for certain conditions.
✔ Enables fertilization even with very few sperm.
✔ Can be used with frozen or surgically retrieved sperm.

Success Rates of ICSI

The success of ICSI depends on egg quality, sperm health, and uterine conditions. On average:

• 60-80% fertilization rate per injected egg.
• Higher pregnancy success when combined with embryo selection techniques.

Lifestyle Tips to Improve ICSI Success

✔ Follow a balanced diet rich in antioxidants to boost sperm and egg quality.
✔ Maintain a healthy weight to optimize reproductive hormones.
✔ Avoid smoking, alcohol, and processed foods that affect fertility.
✔ Reduce stress with yoga, meditation, or relaxation exercises.