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Fertility in aging men.

H R Nankin

    Maturitas
    |September 1, 1985
    PubMed
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    Male reproductive function declines with age due to testicular changes and reduced sperm motility. However, healthy older men may still retain fertility potential, with sperm function assessed via specific tests.

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    Area of Science:

    • Reproductive Endocrinology
    • Andrology
    • Gerontology

    Background:

    • Male reproductive function is influenced by age, health status, and external factors.
    • Aging in men (typically 50-80 years) involves progressive testicular changes.
    • Hormonal and cellular functions in the aging male reproductive system undergo alterations.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To summarize the physiological changes affecting male reproductive health with advancing age.
    • To evaluate the impact of aging on testicular function, hormone levels, and sperm parameters.
    • To assess the fertility potential of older men.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of existing literature on male aging and reproductive function.
    • Analysis of age-related changes in gonadotropins, male hormones, and Leydig cell response.
    • Examination of alterations in penile, prostate, and seminal vesicle structures.
    • Assessment of sperm production, motility, and fertilizing capacity in older men.

    Main Results:

    • Aging leads to increased gonadotropins and reduced Leydig cell responsiveness to luteinizing hormone (LH).
    • Sperm production and motility decrease with age, impacting fertilizing capacity.
    • While potency may reduce, sperm penetration ability in hamster egg tests shows comparability between aged and younger men.
    • Fertility in older men is likely if they can achieve erection, ejaculate, and produce motile sperm.

    Conclusions:

    • Male reproductive function undergoes significant changes with age, including hormonal shifts and reduced sperm quality.
    • Despite age-related declines, fertility can be maintained in healthy older men.
    • Sperm-zona pellucida interaction assays provide a reasonable measure of fertility potential in aging males.

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