Expert answer:
The main types of treatment for female infertility are:
- Ovulation Induction: indicated for women who have polycystic ovaries or who have disorders in ovulation. This method consists of a stimulus in the ovary, so that it produces the ovule in the fertile period. During this period, the couple is encouraged to have sex. It is essential to monitor how the ovary responds to the stimulus so that the stimulus is not excessive or that there is only one mature follicle.
- Intrauterine Insemination: treatment in which live sperm are injected into the uterus, approximately 36 hours after ovulation. Usually this treatment is recommended in cases of mild endometriosis, hostile cervical mucus and abnormalities in ovulation. In many cases, intrauterine insemination is done when the cause of infertility is uncertain. It has a success rate (pregnancy) of 60% (after three cycles of treatment).
- ICSI: method of assisted reproduction in which the best spermatozoids are chosen and then injected into the ovum. It is more common in men with low sperm counts, or poor morphology / mobility. In women under 35, it is usually 60% successful.
- In Vitro Fertilization (IVF): In this method, several ova are extracted through a process known as "follicular aspiration" and are then placed with the spermatozoa of the donor. Also known as a "test-tube baby," this procedure has a 60% to 70% success rate, and is recommended for couples who have not been able to conceive by natural and assisted means.
- Intrabody transfer of gametes: In this method, ova and sperm are introduced into the uterine tubes. Usually have a success rate of 50% for each treatment cycle. It is used in cases of hostile cervical mucus, mild endometriosis and disorders in ovulation.
The treatment of female infertility should be directed by the gynecologist. There are clinics specializing in infertility today.
