Fertility treatments
IVF and ICSI -
In vitro fertilisation and intracytoplasmic sperm injection are
techniques that can be used when there is a problem preventing the sperm
from meeting the egg. This might occur when a woman has blocked or
damaged fallopian tubes or endometriosis, or when there are sperm
disorders. IVF and ICSI can also be used in cases of unexplained
infertility.
IUI - Intrauterine
Insemination (IUI), when a concentrated sample of healthy, fast-moving
sperm is directly inserted into the womb, can be used when sperm quality
is slightly low. IUI with donated sperm is available if a man is
unable to produce sperm, or if a women does not have a male partner.
Ovulation induction and monitoring -
In women who experience problems with ovulation, those with polycystic
ovaries, for example, ovulation can be improved with medication.
Ultrasound scans may be required to monitor the response to the
treatment.
PGS and PGD - Preimplantation genetic screening and
preimplantation genetic diagnosis are treatments to help people with
chromosomal abnormalities have the best chance of having a healthy
child.
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Donor treatments
Donor sperm treatments -
For some people the only way to have a child is to use donated
sperm. This may be because a man does not produce any sperm or has a
serious genetic condition. Sperm donation is also an option
for single women and lesbian couples. Whether to use a sperm donor is often a complex decision
to make and Mr Shah and Mr Gudi are able to provide experienced and
non-judgemental advice.
Egg donation -
Egg donation is the only fertility option open to women who do not
produce enough eggs, or whose eggs are of poor quality or affected by
genetic abnormalities. Due to changes in UK Law regarding egg donation,
there is currently a major shortage of donor eggs. To circumvent this
problem, Mr Shah and Mr Gudi have arrangements with international
fertility clinics to assist their patients.
Surrogacy -
Surrogacy, when one women carries and gives birth for another women, is
governed by strict regulations in the UK, including the HFEA Act 1990
that bans advertising for surrogate mothers. Although Mr Gudi and Mr
Shah are able to offer surrogacy treatment, they respect and are bound
by these rules. They advise any patient considering surrogacy to obtain
legal advice before proceeding with treatment.
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