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[Ejaculation induced by electrostimulation in men with spinal cord injuries]
J O Sønksen1, F Biering-Sørensen, J K Kristensen
1Kirurgisk afdeling D, Rigshospitalet, København.
Ugeskrift for Laeger
|January 18, 1993
Summary
Electrostimulation successfully achieved antegrade ejaculation in men with spinal cord injuries. Retrograde ejaculation also occurred in most cases, yielding a high sperm count, though sperm quality was reduced.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Reproductive Medicine
- Urology
Context:
- Spinal cord injury (SCI) frequently causes ejaculatory dysfunction.
- Existing treatments for SCI-related ejaculatory dysfunction have limitations.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the efficacy of electrostimulation for achieving ejaculation in men with chronic spinal cord injuries.
- To assess the quality and quantity of spermatozoa obtained through electrostimulation.
Summary:
- Five men with complete spinal cord injuries (C6-T10) and ejaculatory dysfunction underwent electrostimulation.
- Antegrade ejaculation was achieved in all participants, with retrograde ejaculation in four.
- Sperm counts were variable but generally higher in retrograde ejaculates; however, sperm morphology and motility were reduced.
Impact:
- Electrostimulation offers a viable option for sperm retrieval in men with SCI.
- Further research is needed to optimize sperm quality for assisted reproductive technologies.