IMSI is an advanced form of IVF that involves a highly magnified examination of sperm to select the most structurally normal sperm for injection into an egg. This procedure aims to improve fertilization rates by selecting sperm with the highest morphological quality.

Monitoring: Similar to IVF, the woman’s menstrual cycle is monitored, and medications are administered to stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple eggs.

Egg Retrieval: Mature eggs are collected from the ovaries through a minor surgical procedure.

Sperm Collection and Selection: Sperm is collected from a partner or a donor, and examined under high magnification to select the most morphologically normal sperm.

Fertilization: The selected sperm is injected directly into an egg to facilitate fertilization.

Embryo Culture and Transfer: The fertilized eggs (embryos) are monitored as they develop, and healthy embryos are transferred into the woman’s uterus.

Improved Fertilization Range: IMSI may offer higher fertilization rates by selecting the most morphologically normal sperm.

Severe Male Factor Infertility: It can be particularly beneficial in cases of severe male factor infertility.

Suitable Candidates: Couples facing severe male factor infertility, or those who have had previous IVF failures may consider IMSI.