Infertility affects approximately 10% to 20% of reproductive-age couples, many of whom may present initially to a urologist.
Some couples may be treated medically to increase spontaneous conception rates; however, many will require more aggressive management with in vitro fertilization (IVF) and/or intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI). IVF involves ovarian stimulation, oocyte retrieval, and fertilization outside of the body; ICSI involves injecting one sperm into the oocyte to promote fertilization. Here we provide a brief overview of IVF and ICSI along with a discussion of the risks involved to facilitate the counseling and care of the infertile couple.
Written by:
Stephens SM, Arnett DM, Meacham RB. Are you the author?
Division of Advanced Reproductive Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Colorado at Denver School of Medicine, Aurora, CO; University of Colorado at Denver School of Medicine, Aurora, CO; Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, University of Colorado at Denver School of Medicine, Aurora, CO.
Reference: Rev Urol. 2013;15(4):154-160.
PubMed Abstract
PMID: 24659912
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