Intratubal Insemination (ITI) in Las Vegas

The Fertility Center of Las Vegas is proud to be the first fertility clinic in Nevada to offer Intratubal Insemination (ITI) using FemaSeed technology — an innovative insemination technique that brings sperm directly to the fallopian tube where the egg is waiting.

For decades, our Las Vegas fertility specialists have offered Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) and In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) as part of our commitment to offering the most effective fertility treatments available. Intratubal insemination (ITI) using FemaSeed is the newest addition to our treatment options — giving your doctor one more precise tool to work with.

What is Intratubal Insemination (ITI) with FemaSeed?

Intratubal insemination or ITI, is a type of insemination that places prepared sperm directly into the fallopian tube — rather than the uterus as with IUI. Since fertilization happens inside the fallopian tube, delivering sperm there directly means they don’t have to make the journey through the uterus on their own.

To achieve this, we use a specialized device called FemaSeed. Under ultrasound guidance, this device allows the doctor to navigate precisely to the fallopian tube that contains the mature egg and deposit the sperm there directly. The result is a more targeted delivery than IUI can achieve.

How is intratubal insemination (ITI) different from intrauterine insemination (IUI)?

Both IUI and ITI are a type if insemination cycle which involves placing prepared sperm into the reproductive tract during ovulation — but the destination is different:

• IUI (Intrauterine Insemination): sperm is placed into the uterus. From there, sperm must travel on their own into the fallopian tubes to reach the egg.
• ITI (Intratubal Insemination): using the FemaSeed device under ultrasound guidance, sperm is placed directly into the opening of the fallopian tube where the egg is located — eliminating that journey entirely.

The ITI procedure: step by step

ITI with FemaSeed is an outpatient procedure performed right here at our Las Vegas clinic. Here’s what to expect:

1. Ultrasound assessment: your ultrasonographer performs a transvaginal ultrasound to confirm which ovary contains the mature egg.
2. Device placement: the FemaSeed device is gently passed through the vagina and cervix into the uterus, then precisely positioned toward the appropriate fallopian tube under abdominal ultrasound guidance.
3. Sperm delivery: the prepared sperm sample is released directly into the fallopian tube.
4. Device removal: the device is removed. The sperm remain in the fallopian tube, where fertilization can occur naturally.

The entire procedure takes only a few minutes. Most patients experience mild cramping — similar to menstrual cramps — during or shortly after. We may recommend taking an over-the-counter pain reliever beforehand to help minimize discomfort. Nitrous oxide sedation is also available as an optional comfort measure if you’d prefer additional support.

Approximately two weeks after the procedure, you’ll return for a beta hCG blood test to find out whether the cycle resulted in pregnancy.

What are the advantages of intratubal insemination (ITI)?

Intratubal insemination with FemaSeed is offered because of the unique benefits it provides:

• More targeted sperm delivery: by placing sperm directly at the opening of the fallopian tube, the FemaSeed technique reduces the distance sperm needs to travel and brings it closer to the egg than IUI.
• Less invasive than IVF: ITI does not require an egg retrieval procedure, making it significantly less involved than a full IVF cycle.
• Quick in-office procedure: the full procedure takes only a few minutes with no anesthesia required.
• Minimal side effects: most patients experience only mild, short-lived cramping after the procedure.
• Affordable: When compared to IVF and intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), this new insemination procedure is much more affordable.

This combination of benefits makes this technique a great option for many patients hoping to achieve pregnancy.

Interested in ITI with FemaSeed? Let’s talk

If you’d like to learn more about whether ITI is a good fit for your situation, our team is here to help. Schedule a consultation at The Fertility Center of Las Vegas and let’s discuss your options.