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Electroacupuncture for sperm improvement in varicocele: a case report
Ida Nurwati1, Uki Retno Budihastuti1,2, Bhisma Murti3
1Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Surakarta, Jawa Tengah, 57126, Indonesia.
The Canadian Journal of Urology
|May 5, 2026
Summary
Electroacupuncture (EA) therapy shows promise for improving male infertility associated with varicocele. This treatment enhanced sperm quality, increased testosterone, and reduced DNA fragmentation in a single patient case.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Medicine
- Integrative and Complementary Medicine
Background:
- Varicocele is a primary cause of male infertility, linked to poor sperm parameters and hormonal issues.
- Limited clinical data exists on the efficacy of Electroacupuncture (EA) for varicocele-related infertility.
