Generality
Artificial insemination is a medically assisted procreation technique used in the treatment of infertility.
Basically, the method foresees the introduction of the male semen, in an artificial way, in the reproductive apparatus of the woman.
Artificial insemination is performed during the periovulatory period on a spontaneous cycle or after a moderate pharmacological stimulation. The aim is to favor the spontaneous meeting of the two gametes (oocytes of the woman and spermatozoa of the man) in the female body.
The chances of becoming pregnant vary from 10% to 15% per attempt, depending on the underlying disease and the age of the patient.
What's this
Artificial insemination is a first level medically assisted procreation (MAP) technique. This method is therefore one of the simpler and less invasive therapeutic options recommended for a couple who want to have a child, but who cannot spontaneously undertake a pregnancy.
