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Does varicocele repair improve sperm quality?

Does varicocele repair improve sperm quality?

Posted by on May 9, 2021 in Infertility | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study looked at how varicocele repair surgery affects the microscopic shape of sperm. It found that surgery improved sperm shape, movement, and concentration for men with infertility. Some background Varicoceles (VCs) can be a factor in male infertility. VCs are enlarged veins of the scrotum. These enlarged veins heat the testes,...

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Does DNA damage in sperm contribute to infertility?

Does DNA damage in sperm contribute to infertility?

Posted by on Feb 16, 2020 in Infertility | 0 comments

In a nutshell This article reviewed the impact of sperm DNA fragmentation (SDF) on male fertility. The authors concluded that SDF is a marker of male infertility. Some background During conception, sperm deliver DNA (genetic material) that becomes part of the embryo. Breaks in DNA produce small pieces called fragments. This is called SDF. Studies...

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