Male Infertility
In recent years, technological and surgical advances have
dramatically improved the treatment options and
success rate for couples with severe male factor infertility.
Infertility is a common problem and is one of the most
difficult experiences a couple can face. Although the
causes of
infertility vary, more than 40% of all
infertility cases may be attributed to an exclusive or
contributing male factor. Therefore, it is recommended that you and your doctor include
the male in the reproductive evaluation and workup for
infertility. An infertility evaluation should be performed if a
couple has not achieved conception after one year of unprotected
intercourse. An evaluation should be performed earlier if male or female
infertility risk factors exist, if the female is over 35 years
of age, and also if the couple simply questions the man's fertility
potential. Male infertility can result from a variety of conditions. The purpose of
the evaluation of the male is to identify conditions contributing to
infertility that are either potentially reversible,
irreversible but suited to assisted reproductive techniques, or
potentially life- or health-threatening.
Current diagnostic and advanced
treatment
modalities have significantly improved prognosis and created a new
era in the
treatment
of male-factor infertility. The Center for Male Reproductive Health at RMA of
New York, led by director
Dr. Natan Bar-Chama, is dedicated exclusively to providing the most
current and innovative therapies for male reproductive medicine and
microsurgical reconstruction for the treatment of
male infertility. By working closely with the world-renowned team of
reproductive endocrinologists at RMA of
New York, the Center for Male Reproductive Health uniquely offers a
comprehensive and coordinated approach to couples with male factor infertility.
This unique facility offers ultramodern andrology testing, the latest
advancements in assisted reproductive technologies including
intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) and
state-of-the-art microsurgical techniques. Couples are thus able to
receive their
treatment under one roof so that
their goal of conceiving is accomplished in an expeditious and caring
manner.
The Male Infertility Workup
Treatment Options for Men
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