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Viagra for temporary erectile dysfunction during treatments with assisted reproductive technologies
I Tur-Kaspa1, S Segal, F Moffa
1IVF Unit, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Barzilai Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Neger, 78306 Ashkelon, Israel.
Human Reproduction (Oxford, England)
|July 13, 1999
Summary
Sildenafil citrate (Viagra) can help men with erectile dysfunction produce sperm samples during assisted reproductive technology (ART) treatments like IVF. Planning its use can prevent treatment cancellation due to sperm collection issues.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Medicine
- Urology
Background:
- Assisted reproductive technologies (ART) such as in-vitro fertilization (IVF) and intrauterine insemination (IUI) require on-demand sperm production.
- Erectile dysfunction can cause significant stress and treatment cancellation in couples undergoing ART.
Observation:
- A case study details a man unable to produce a sperm sample for IVF despite previous success with IUI.
- Sildenafil citrate (Viagra) administration enabled sperm production, but delays impacted oocyte insemination and embryonic development.
Findings:
- Sildenafil citrate (Viagra) can be a viable option for managing temporary erectile dysfunction during ART procedures.
- Proactive use of Viagra in men with a history of erectile dysfunction during ART cycles successfully resolved on-demand sperm production issues.
Implications:
- This strategy can potentially prevent ART treatment cancellations due to sperm retrieval difficulties.
- Considering Viagra proactively may improve outcomes for couples facing erectile dysfunction during fertility treatments.