Assisted fertilization for men and women
Whether you've just started trying or have been trying to conceive for a while, we're here to help you along the way. We offer tailored treatment based on your history and provide you with close follow-up – with reassurance and care all the way.
This page is made for those of you who are in a relationship with a woman and a man - and who want help getting pregnant.
Which treatment is right for you?
Assisted fertilization is a collective name for several different methods. What suits you best depends on where you are in the process – and what we find in the assessment.
We have divided the treatment options to make it easier to navigate:
- Have you just started trying? Then simpler measures may be enough.
- Have you tried for a long time, or received treatment before? Then test tube treatment may be relevant.
- Do you have embryos in the freezer? Then we can use these in a new cycle.
- Has it been proven that eggs or sperm cannot be used? Then there are solutions with donations.
Simple treatment methods – often the first step
Help with ovulation problems
In the case of irregular or absent ovulation, simple hormone treatment can stimulate a normal cycle.
Insemination treatment (IUI)
The sperm cells are introduced directly into the uterus, and the treatment can be combined with hormonal stimulation.
When more advanced help is needed – in vitro fertilization (IVF)
IVF – in vitro fertilization
Eggs are retrieved from the woman's ovaries and fertilized with sperm in the laboratory. The fertilized egg is then placed back into the woman's uterus.
ICSI – microinjection
A single sperm cell is injected directly into the egg. The method is used when sperm quality is poor or fertilization fails with conventional IVF.
Operative sperm retrieval (TESE/TESA)
Sperm cells are surgically extracted from the testicles/epithelial cells if they are not found in the semen sample.
When you have embryos in storage
Freezing treatment (FER)
If you have frozen embryos from previous IVF attempts, these can be thawed and placed back into the woman's uterus without having to undergo new stimulation and egg retrieval.
When you need help from a third party
Treatment with sperm donation
If the man does not have sperm or they are of too poor quality to get pregnant, it is appropriate to use a sperm donor.
Treatment with egg donation
For some women, the egg quality is not good enough to get pregnant, or the ovary does not produce eggs. In this case, egg donation may be the solution.
Have you been trying to get pregnant for 6–12 months without success? Then it may be time for a fertility check. It gives us important insight into your fertility status and makes it possible to create a tailored treatment plan for your specific needs.
Choosing a clinic for assisted reproduction is an important decision for you. We have created an overview of reasons why we believe Medicus may be a good choice.
Stories from others who have been in the same situation
Many couples find it helpful to hear experiences from others who have been in the same situation. Here you can meet some of them – and hear how they experienced the path to having the child they wanted.
