Alternative Approaches in the Management of Male Factor Infertility: A Contemporary Review
Published: 2020-08-11
Page: 189-197
Issue: 2020 - Volume 3 [Issue 1]
Pinar Solmaz Hasdemir
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Manisa Celal Bayar University, Uncubozköy, Manisa 45540, Turkey.
Asli Goker *
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Manisa Celal Bayar University, Uncubozköy, Manisa 45540, Turkey.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Infertility is a major life crisis for married couples and the male factor contributes to approximately half of the cases. Evaluation of male infertility includes various diagnostic tools and there are new up to date treatment modalities. Current literature has been searched to review the risk factors and complementary therapies for the male partner of infertile couples.
Keywords: Lifestyle factors, obesity, heat exposure, cigarette smoking.