Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)
Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)
Hamada Hospital offers Intrauterine Insemination (IUI), also known as Artificial Insemination by Husband (AIH), as a next step in fertility treatment for couples who have not conceived through timed intercourse. This procedure is performed by specialists certified by the Japan Society for Reproductive Medicine. IUI supports fertilization by placing specially prepared sperm directly into the uterus at the time of ovulation, increasing the chances of conception. The subsequent process of fertilization and implantation occurs naturally, just as in a spontaneous pregnancy.
Who is a candidate for IUI?
- Couples with male factor infertility, such as low sperm count or motility.
- Cases involving sexual dysfunction (e.g., ED) or ejaculatory disorders.
- Couples with female factor infertility, including low cervical mucus or the presence of anti-sperm antibodies.
- Unexplained infertility where timed intercourse has been unsuccessful.
The IUI Process
- Ovulation Tracking: We precisely determine the day of ovulation using transvaginal ultrasound to time the procedure. Ovulation-inducing medication may be used if necessary.
- Sperm Preparation: On the day of the procedure, a semen sample is collected and processed in our lab to wash and concentrate the most motile, healthy sperm.
- Insemination: The prepared sperm is gently injected into the uterus using a very thin, flexible catheter. The procedure itself is quick, largely painless, and requires only a brief rest period at the hospital.
- Pregnancy Test: A pregnancy test is performed approximately two weeks after the IUI procedure.
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Hamada Hospital, Obatakai Medical Foundation
2-5 Kanda-Surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0062 (2-min walk from Ochanomizu Station)
Tel: 03-5280-1166 | Online booking available
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. On which days can I book an appointment at the Ladies’ Health Screening Center?
A. ppointments are available Monday through Saturday (excluding public holidays). On every day, gynecological examinations and breast cancer screenings are handled by female doctors and female technicians.
Q. From when can I make a reservation?
A. Because the hospital sends out an examination voucher in advance, reservations can only be made starting one week ahead. Please check the availability on the calendar before applying.
Q. I would like to change my reserved examination date. How should I do this?
A. Changes to an examination date that has already been reserved are accepted by phone. The rescheduled date can be set from three days after the day you contact us.
Q. What do the “○”, “△”, and “×” marks on the calendar mean?
A. “○” means availability, “△” means limited availability, and “×” means no reservations available. Please note that even on days marked “○” or “△”, a reservation may not be possible depending on the course or examination you wish to undergo.
Q. Can I have only a breast cancer screening or a cervical cancer screening?
A. If you are having only a breast cancer screening or cervical cancer screening, these are carried out in the afternoon. The examinations are handled by female doctors and female technicians.
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