IVF and fertility
Treatments
Medically assisted reproductionIUI: Intrauterine inseminationIVFICSIEmbryo freezingPreimplantation diagnosisUnderstanding infertility
Surgical sperm retrievalGynecology and pregnancy
ICSI in Fes, MoroccoInjecting a single sperm into the egg
ICSI is an in vitro fertilisation technique. In the laboratory, a single sperm is injected directly into each mature egg. At the Boudra Fertility Center, Dr Najib Boudra, gynecologist in Fes, explains whether it suits your situation.
- The first IVF center in FesBoudra Fertility Center, in Fes
- Over 30 years of experienceDr Najib Boudra, obstetrician gynecologist
- On-site laboratoryIUI, IVF and ICSI performed at the center
- One placeConsultations, tests and follow-up in the same place
- The egg is held in place
- A sperm is selected
- It is injected into the egg
What is ICSI?
ICSI stands for intracytoplasmic sperm injection. In conventional IVF, eggs and sperm are placed together and fertilisation happens on its own. With ICSI, the embryologist selects one sperm and injects it into the egg with a fine micropipette, under the microscope.
The other steps are the same as for IVF: stimulation, egg retrieval, embryo culture and transfer.
When is ICSI offered?
The decision is made after the couple’s work-up. ICSI may be offered in particular:
- for male infertility, when sperm are few, poorly mobile or abnormally shaped;
- when sperm are obtained by epididymal aspiration or testicular biopsy;
- after fertilisation failure in a previous IVF cycle;
- in some situations where few eggs are available.
How ICSI works
Stimulation
Hormone treatment stimulates the ovaries, monitored by ultrasound and blood tests.
Egg retrieval
Eggs are collected under anaesthesia. The same day, sperm is collected and prepared.
Microinjection
In the laboratory, a single sperm is injected into each mature egg.
Culture and transfer
The embryos develop for a few days, then one embryo is transferred to the uterus.
Pregnancy test
A blood test is planned some time after the transfer. Extra embryos can be frozen.
The center’s laboratory and team
ICSI is performed in the laboratory of the Boudra Fertility Center in Fes. Egg retrieval, microinjection and transfer take place in the same place, with the team that has followed you since the first consultation.
Dr Najib Boudra, obstetrician gynecologist, sees you for the work-up and supports you at every step.
See also: assisted reproduction in Fes, IVF in Fes, embryo freezing (in French).
Your questions about ICSI
What is the difference between IVF and ICSI?
In conventional IVF, sperm and eggs are placed together and fertilisation happens on its own. With ICSI, a single sperm is injected directly into each mature egg. The rest of the treatment is the same.
Is ICSI harder for the woman?
No. The microinjection is done in the laboratory. For the woman, the steps are the same as for IVF: stimulation, egg retrieval under anaesthesia and transfer.
Can ICSI be done with surgically retrieved sperm?
Yes. ICSI makes it possible to use sperm obtained by epididymal aspiration or testicular biopsy, when there is none in the ejaculate.
Is ICSI performed in Fes?
Yes. The Boudra Fertility Center performs ICSI in its laboratory in Fes, as well as conventional IVF, intrauterine insemination and embryo freezing.
How do I book an appointment?
By phone on +212 5 35 93 08 18. The secretariat will offer you the next available slots.
Book an appointment at the center
Call the center’s secretariat in Fes. You can also leave your details and the center will call you back.
- Phone+212 5 35 93 08 18
- Emailfertilitycenter@boudrafc.com
- Address7 Rue Abdelkrim El Khattabi, 30000 Fes, Morocco
- HoursMonday to Friday: 9 am to 6 pm
Saturday: 9 am to 1 pm
Sunday: closed
Let’s talk about your situation
The secretariat will guide you and book your first consultation with Dr Najib Boudra.