When couples face fertility challenges, advanced reproductive technologies like Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) combined with In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) offer hope. At Eraya Fertility we specialise in the ICSI-IVF technique — helping couples overcome male-factor infertility, low fertilisation rates, or previous failed cycles.
What is ICSI-IVF?
ICSI is a specialised form of IVF. In a standard IVF cycle, eggs and sperm are mixed in a laboratory dish to allow fertilisation naturally. In ICSI, however, a single carefully selected sperm is directly injected into the egg, improving the chance of fertilisation.
Combining IVF with ICSI means:
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Egg retrieval from the female partner.
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Laboratory fertilisation of the eggs using ICSI.
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Embryo culture and monitoring.
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Transfer of one or more viable embryo(s) into the uterus.
This method is particularly useful when there are issues like low sperm count, poor sperm motility or morphology, previously failed fertilisation in a standard IVF cycle, or in cases where fertilisation failure must be avoided.
Why choose ICSI with IVF at Eraya Fertility?
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Tailored care: At Eraya Fertility we focus on personalised treatment plans based on both male and female fertility profiles.
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Advanced lab infrastructure: Success of ICSI depends on high-quality embryology labs and expert embryologists.
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Experience & empathy: With years of experience in reproductive medicine, we guide couples emotionally and medically through the journey.
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Transparent process: We believe in explaining each step — from stimulation to egg retrieval, ICSI fertilisation, embryo transfer and follow-up.
Who is a candidate for ICSI-IVF?
You might be advised to go for ICSI-IVF if any of the following apply:
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The male partner has low sperm count or motility.
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Previous IVF cycles had poor or no fertilisation.
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Use of frozen sperm or testicular sperm retrieval (TESA/PESA) where sperm numbers may be limited.
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The fertilisation potential is uncertain and direct injection offers better odds.
The process — in brief
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Stimulation of the ovaries with hormonal injections to produce multiple eggs.
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Monitoring via ultrasound and blood tests until the eggs are ready for retrieval.
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Egg retrieval (oocyte pick-up) — a minor procedure under sedation.
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ICSI fertilisation — embryologists inject one sperm into each mature egg.
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Embryo culture for a few days in the lab and selection of the best embryo(s) for transfer.
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Embryo transfer into the uterus, followed by a luteal-phase support and waiting for pregnancy test.
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Follow-up including early pregnancy scans and guidance.
Good to know – success & factors
Success of ICSI-IVF depends on many factors, including the female partner’s age, egg quality, sperm quality, embryo quality, uterine environment, and the clinic’s expertise. Clinics in Hyderabad report that average IVF cycle success is higher when factors are favourable.
For instance, cost-and-success discussions in Hyderabad show that treatments with ICSI often cost slightly more than standard IVF but may yield stronger fertilisation results.
Benefits & considerations
Benefits:
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Higher fertilisation rate compared with standard IVF when sperm quality is a limiting factor.
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Fewer cycles may be required compared to trying repeated standard IVF with poor fertilisation.
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Opens the door to parenthood when male-factor infertility is the challenge.
Considerations:
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Slightly higher cost compared to standard IVF alone.
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Requires sophisticated lab setup and experienced embryologists.
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Emotional and physical preparation is important — fertility treatment involves both.
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As with all ART (Assisted Reproductive Technologies), no guarantee of success — multiple cycles may be necessary.
Getting ready: Tips for couples
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Schedule a thorough fertility evaluation (both partners) to identify factors affecting chances.
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Adopt a healthy lifestyle: balanced diet, regular exercise, avoiding smoking/alcohol, managing stress.
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Understand the cost breakdown, what is included, what is not, and whether multiple cycles are covered.
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Ask your clinic about success rates for ICSI-IVF in your age group, and how many cycles on average it takes.
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Emotional support matters: Counselling or support groups can help you navigate the journey.
Why choose Eraya Fertility?
At Eraya Fertility, based in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, we bring together advanced reproductive medicine, high-quality infrastructure and compassionate care. Our team is dedicated to helping you realise your dream of parenthood.
Ready to begin?
Visit our website: www.erayafertility.com
Call us today to schedule your consultation and take the first step toward starting your family.
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