DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Iatrogenic introduction of possibly processed native sperm (e.g. 1st fraction of a split jaculate) of the husband in front of the Portio vaginalis uteri (in special cases also intrauterine) on the ovulation date to achieve pregnancy. The method is sometimes ethically controversial, but today it is a very common method in the therapy of sterile couples who wish to have children. Pregnancy rates are about 20% over several cycles (depending on the initial findings).
IndicationThis section has been translated automatically.
Strongly reduced male fertility, sperm allergy, impotentia coeundi (lack of ability to sleep together) as well as immunological sterility factors in wives who wish to have children. It is also sometimes used in cases of a pronounced desire for children in HIV-positive male partners, as the risk of infection for the woman can be minimised by special cleaning procedures.
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Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer