Addis chapter fertility hub

IVF (In vitro fertilization)​

A process where eggs and sperm are combined in a lab to create embryos, which are then transferred to the uterus to achieve pregnancy.

IUI (Intrauterine Insemination)

A fertility treatment where specially prepared sperm is placed directly into the uterus to increase the chances of fertilization.

ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection)

An advanced form of IVF where a single sperm is injected directly into an egg to help with severe male infertility issues.

 Egg Donation

A fertility option where eggs from a healthy donor are used to help individuals or couples who are unable to conceive with their own eggs.

Sperm Donation

An option for individuals or couples who need donor sperm due to male infertility or single motherhood.

Embryo Freezing (Cryopreservation)

A method of preserving embryos for future use, allowing couples to delay pregnancy or attempt another cycle later.

PGT-A (Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Aneuploidy)

A screening process done on embryos during IVF to check for chromosomal abnormalities, helping increase the chance of a healthy pregnancy.

TESA (Testicular Sperm Aspiration) 

A minor surgical procedure to retrieve sperm directly from the testicle, often used when sperm is not found in the semen.

Laparoscopy & Hysteroscopy

Minimally invasive surgeries used to diagnose and treat conditions affecting the uterus, fallopian tubes, or ovaries — often done before or during fertility treatment.