In a nutshell This study investigated if the time of collection (ToC) affects semen parameters in men with infertility. They found that motile sperm count (sperm that move normally; MSC) was higher in semen collected in the evening than in the morning. Some background Male infertility (MI) affects roughly half of infertile couples. There...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the use of laparoscopy (LPS) in women from couples with diagnosed male infertility (MI) and 3 failed in vitro fertilization (IVF) attempts. They found that LPS can identify undiagnosed female infertility (FI) and improve fertility outcomes in these couples. Some background Male infertility (MI) affects...
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In a nutshell This study investigated fertility outcomes after testicular sperm extraction (TESE) for non-obstructive azoospermia (NOA). They found that there were no differences in fertility outcomes with conventional (cTESE) or micro TESE (mTESE). Some background Male infertility (MI) is involved in 50% of infertility cases. The level of...
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In a nutshell This article reviewed different treatment options for couples experiencing infertility. Some background Infertility affects approximately 1 in 7 couples trying to conceive. Treatment of infertility depends on the cause. Men, women or both partners can have symptoms of infertility. In women, infertility can be due...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study investigated the effects of a man’s weight on his fertility and child health. This study found that overweight and obese men were less fertile, impacting pregnancy outcomes and early childhood weight. Some background Male infertility is involved in about 40 to 50% of infertility cases. However, most...
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In a nutshell This article reviewed studies linking diet and male fertility. The authors found that diets rich in fruits, vegetables, fish, beans, nuts, and whole grains are associated with good sperm quality. Some background 15% of couples worldwide are affected by infertility. 40 – 50% of these cases are due to male infertility. Among all...
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In a nutshell This study examined if sperm quality was associated with lifestyle characteristics influenced by men’s obese partners in couples experiencing infertility. The authors found that lifestyle was influenced by men’s partners and this altered some measurements of sperm quality. Some background Infertility affects many...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if vitamin and mineral supplementation (VMS) improves sperm quality in men with infertility. They found that VMS is associated with improved sperm quality. Some background Male infertility is a leading cause of fertility problems. Some studies suggest that 20-70% of couple infertility is caused by male...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if other medical conditions (comorbidities, COMs) affect sperm production (SP). They found that infertile men were more likely to have COMs and their treatment improved SP. Some background Male infertility accounts for up to 50% of fertility problems. In many cases, it is not possible to find the cause of...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if there is a link between male body mass index (BMI) and success of assisted reproductive treatment (ART). They found that high BMI in males is linked to reduced pregnancy and live birth rates in couples undergoing ART. Some background The causes of infertility in a couple are not always easily identified....
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In a nutshell This study investigated whether there was an association between coenzyme Q10 intake from food and semen quality in subfertile men. This study concluded that the levels of CoQ10 taken in from food do not affect semen parameters. Some background Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is an anti-oxidant that is obtained through the diet and is also...
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In a nutshell This study evaluated current evidence of the effects of male obesity on fertility. The study concluded that male obesity is associated with reduced fertility. Some background Male infertility is the inability to reproduce naturally. It is the cause of approximately 50% of infertility cases. Defective sperm function is the most common...
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