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Male infertility.

Victor Chow1, Anthony P Cheung

  • 1Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, and IVF Program, University of British Columbia Centre for Reproductive Health, Vancouver, Canada. vchow@interchange.ubc.ca

The Journal of Reproductive Medicine
|May 6, 2006
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Male infertility affects one-third of couples. Comprehensive evaluation, including semen analysis, is crucial for diagnosis and treatment. Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) offers hope, but genetic screening is vital before procedures.

Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Medicine
  • Urology
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Male factor infertility accounts for one-third of cases in infertile couples.
  • A thorough and efficient diagnostic approach is essential for effective counseling and treatment.
  • Subspecialist collaboration enhances the investigation of male infertility.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current literature on the investigation of male infertility.
  • To outline a comprehensive yet efficient approach to diagnosing male subfertility.
  • To emphasize the importance of genetic counseling prior to assisted reproductive technologies.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review combining urologist and gynecologist expertise.
  • Detailed history and physical examination.

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    • Main Results:

    • Semen analysis is a key initial assessment for male fertility.
    • Overreliance on sperm morphology alone can lead to misdiagnosis and unnecessary intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI).
    • Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) provides a viable option for couples with untreatable male infertility.

    Conclusions:

    • A systematic approach to male infertility investigation is crucial.
    • Genetic screening is paramount before undertaking invasive and costly assisted reproductive technologies like ICSI.
    • Accurate diagnosis and counseling improve outcomes for infertile couples.