Azoospermia is the absence of sperm in the seminal fluid. In this case, the previous forms are present in the ejaculate - spermatogenesis cells plus the secretion of the prostate and seminal vesicles. With this form of reproductive dysfunction, inhibition of the development of male germ cells at different stages is noted.
Causes of azoospermia
Causes of azoospermia may be:
- the toxic effects of radiation, alcohol, chemicals, certain medications;
- genetic abnormalities;
- hormonal disorders;
- testicular injuries;
- operations carried out on the organs of the scrotum.
Necessary examinations with azoospermia:
- spermatogram;
- Ultrasound prostate and seminal vesicles;
- аblood test for sex hormones;
- genetic research;
- research on genital infections;
- testicular biopsy.
There are 2 forms of azoospermia: obstructive and nonobstructive. In obstructive form sperm are produced in the testes, but due to obstruction (from lat. Obstructio «obstruction») the vas deferens does not come into semen. . An non obstructive form is observed when the spermatogenesis process itself is disrupted.
Treatment of azoospermia
Infertility treatment options for azoospermia depend on the form of the disease. For obstructive azoospermia ICSI (IntraCytoplasmic Sperm Injection) is suggested (sperm obtained by testicular biopsy). You can try to restore the vas deferens through surgical interventions. In non-obstructive form, ICSI is possible using donor sperm; conservative treatment. In any case, the specialists of our Bogoliuby Center for Reproductive Medicine will help you and will not leave you alone with the problem.
