The long wait for almost two decades is over.Doctors of the Birth Center of the University of Colombia report that they call the first pregnancy, using a new system of II, a couple who tried to create a family for over 19 years.
What happened?
In the innovative development of reproductive medicine, the researchers of the Center for Birth Center for Colombia reported the first successful pregnancy, using an innovative procedure based on AI, known as a star (sperm tracking and recovery). This promotion gives a new hope for couples facing male infertility, in particular with azoospermia – conditions characterized by the lack of pronounced sperm in the ejaculate.
What is azoospermia?
Azoospermia is a condition when human ejaculation has a complete lack of sperm. This is a significant cause of male infertility, as sperm is important for feeding the egg. While azoospermia may complicate the natural conception, it does not necessarily mean that a man may not have children because other reproductive technologies may be available.
There are different types of azoospermia, for example :: Obstructive azoospermia: Caused by blockage in the reproductive path that prevents sperm ejaculation. This may be due to conditions such as infections, surgery or congenital anomalies.Non -structural azoospermia: The results of the problem of sperm production in the testicles, potentially from genetic disorders, hormonal imbalances or other health problems.Azoospermia can be caused by various factors, including: Genetic conditions: Some genetic disorders such as Klinefelter syndrome may affect sperm production. Hormonal imbalance: Low hormone levels like testosterone can affect sperm production. Infections: Infections of the reproductive tract, such as epididimitis or urethritis, can damage the testicles. Surgical procedures: Previous operations, especially those involved in the reproductive system, can sometimes lead to blockage. Congenital anomalies: Some people are born with anomalies in their reproductive system that can affect sperm production or transportation.
Overcoming azoospermia with AI technology:
Now, azoospermia accounts for about 10% of cases of infertility of male infertility, and traditional methods often lack the detection of viable sperm within sperm samples.The Star Colombia Star System uses a combination of powerful visualization technologies and artificial intelligence to scan whole sperm samples, fixing up to 8 million images per hour. AI algorithm analyzes these images to detect and isolate the rare sperm that can miss human embryologists.After identification of sperm microfluid chip directs them into separate channels, which allows quickly and gently isolate without the need for centrifigration or other potentially damage. This approach guarantees the conservation of viable sperm and can be used to fertilize, offering non -inflicted and without a chemical alternative to the previous method.
From infertility to parenting:
The importance of this breakthrough, which combines medical science and advanced technology, is intensified by the history of the couple, which has tried to think for almost two decades. Despite 15 unsuccessful IVF cycles and repeated failures and heart breaks, their happiness changed when they participated in the clinical test using the star system. The AI technology has successfully identified viable sperm, which led to a successful pregnancy – a milestone, which evaded them.Dr. Zev Williams, director of the Colombia Birth Center and the leader of the star project, expressed optimism about the potential of the II in solving various infertility problems. He noted that while the stellar system was designed to combat azoospermia, similar technologies managed by AI can be adapted to enhance other aspects of fertility treatment such as embryo’s choice and genetic examination.
Going forward:
The success of the star system is a significant progress in reproductive medicine. By incorporating the II in the treatment of fertility, clinicians can achieve greater accuracy and efficiency, potentially reducing the number of cycles needed to conceive and enhance the overall success level.In addition, the automation of sperm identification and insulation can alleviate the load of fertility specialists, which allows them to focus on other critical aspects of patient care. As the AI Technologies continue to develop, they promise to make fertility treatment more affordable, effective and personalized for people and couple worldwide.While the stellar system is still in the experimental phase, its success offers to look into the future for birth care – where artificial intelligence plays a key role, helping people achieve their dream of parenthood.As the research is promoted, it is assumed that AI will continue the revolution in reproductive medicine, offering new solutions for long -standing problems and bringing hope to many who have fought with infertility.
