Long-term effects of cryopreservation on human spermatozoa

Fertil Steril. 2005 Aug;84(2):536-7. doi: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2005.02.035.

Abstract

We evaluated the long-term effects of cryopreservation on spermatozoa of men with testicular cancer, lymphoma, and benign conditions. No statistically significant decrease in semen parameters was noted. Duration of follow-up was up to 5 years and mean follow-up was 2 years.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Cryopreservation / methods*
  • Cryopreservation / statistics & numerical data
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Semen Preservation / methods*
  • Semen Preservation / statistics & numerical data
  • Spermatozoa / cytology*
  • Spermatozoa / physiology
  • Time