Extended indications for varicocelectomy [version 1; peer review: 2 approved]

Extended indications for varicocelectomy [version 1; peer review: 2 approved]

The relationship between varicoceles and subfertility is well-established, but recent evidence suggests that varicoceles may cause global testicular dysfunction. This has led to exploration into expanding the indications for varicocelectomy. This review examines the literature regarding varix ligati...

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Veröffentlicht in:F1000 research 2019, Vol.8, p.1579
Hauptverfasser: Machen, G. Luke, Sandlow, Jay I
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Birth rate
Deoxyribonucleic acid
DNA
DNA damage
DNA fragmentation
Exploration
Fertility
Hypogonadism
Infertility
Patients
Pregnancy
Review
Sperm
Studies
Testosterone
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Zusammenfassung:The relationship between varicoceles and subfertility is well-established, but recent evidence suggests that varicoceles may cause global testicular dysfunction. This has led to exploration into expanding the indications for varicocelectomy. This review examines the literature regarding varix ligation as a treatment for non-obstructive azoospermia, elevated DNA fragmentation, and hypogonadism.
ISSN:2046-1402
2046-1402
DOI:10.12688/f1000research.19579.1