Utility of evaluating semen samples from adolescents with Klinefelter Syndrome for cryopreservation: A multi-institution evaluation

Counseling for the man with severe male infertility

PURPOSE OF REVIEW

This review summarize the proper counseling for men with severe male factor infertility.

RECENT FINDINGS

Men who are experiencing infertility should have a semen analysis, the results of which may imply additional investigations, including genetic and hormonal. Moreover, possible modifiable factors that may harm men's reproductive health should be carefully evaluated. Finally, different treatment options are available.

SUMMARY

Approximately 15% of couples struggle with infertility. Complete evaluations of both men and women are required to determine the etiology of infertility and determine appropriate treatment.

Fertility Preservation Is Recommended in Adolescents with Klinefelter Syndrome: Con

In adolescents with Klinefelter syndrome (KS), cryopreservation would require surgery, which might delay testosterone therapy needed for testosterone deficiency. As surgical sperm retrieval rates are similar for all age groups in the KS population, fertility preservation in KS adolescents should not be recommended.