Assessment of freezing different types of surgically acquired sperm: impact on fertilization, blastocyst formation and pregnancy outcomes

Development of techniques to acquire sperm surgically has been a revolutionary advancement for ART, allowing for application to a previously excluded population. Cryopreservation of sperm has also been a beneficial advancement, permitting fertility preservation, but also helping address timing issues associated with various steps in ART processes. Combining surgical sperm retrieval and cryopreservation has been instrumental in expanding treatment options. However, cryopreservation can be a stressful process for the cells, potentially impacting quality.

Source: Fertility and Sterility - March 31, 2019 Category: Reproduction Medicine Authors: S. McCormick, A. Schneiderman, C. Pospisil, R. Smith, W.B. Schoolcraft, J.E. Swain Tags: Oral Presentation Source Type: research