Normal semen parameters in cancer patients presenting for cryopreservation before gonadotoxic therapy

Fertil Steril. 2004 Aug;82(2):505-6. doi: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2003.12.045.

Abstract

Similar sperm qualities in men with and without cancer were found. Patient and physician awareness and early referral for sperm banking are essential in preserving fertility potential in men with malignancies.

Publication types

  • Letter

MeSH terms

  • Antineoplastic Agents / adverse effects*
  • Cryopreservation / methods*
  • Humans
  • Leukemia / drug therapy
  • Male
  • Neoplasms / drug therapy*
  • New York
  • Retrospective Studies
  • Semen Preservation / methods*
  • Sperm Banks / statistics & numerical data*
  • Sperm Count
  • Testicular Neoplasms / drug therapy

Substances

  • Antineoplastic Agents