ReviewTranslational andrology and urology2017
Microdissection testicular sperm extraction.
Review in Translational andrology and urology, 2017. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. It is linked to 2 registered trials, which are not on this map. Cited by 49 papers, 2 of them syntheses that pooled it.
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The trial behind it
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Testicular Elastography for Predicting the Likelihood of Sperm Retrieval in Microscopic Testicular Sperm Extraction
Preliminary Results of Microsurgical Testicular Exploration for Sperm Retrieval in Azoospermic Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Operating Microscope vs. Surgical Loupes
Who cites it
49 citing papers in PubMed, 2 syntheses or guidelines pooled it.
- Does hormonal therapy improve sperm retrieval rates in men with non-obstructive azoospermia: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Human reproduction update · 2022Pooled it
- Comparison of intracytoplasmic sperm injection outcome with fresh versus frozen-thawed testicular sperm in men with nonobstructive azoospermia: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Journal of assisted reproduction and genetics · 2018Pooled it
- Micro-TESE in Non-Obstructive Azoospermia: Phenotype-Guided Hormonal Optimization and Testosterone Response-Prognostic Biomarker or Therapeutic Target?Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Review
- Retrospective cohort study of intracytoplasmic sperm injection outcomes using testicularTranslational andrology and urology · 2026Article
- Epidemiology, Etiopathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Male Infertility-Current Trends and Future Directions: A Narrative Review.Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2026Review
- Clomiphene citrate and human chorionic gonadotropin treatment before microdissection testicular sperm extraction in non-obstructive azoospermia: a retrospective non-randomized series.Frontiers in reproductive health · 2026Article
- The Use of Testicular Sperm Extraction in Male Infertility Patients Without Azoospermia.Cureus · 2025Article
- Spontaneous Pregnancy After Isotretinoin Use in a Man After Unsuccessful Microdissection Testicular Sperm Extraction.Cureus · 2025Article
- Short-Term Hormonal Changes Following Microdissection Testicular Sperm Extraction among Men with Non-Obstructive Azoospermia: Findings from a Large Longitudinal Prospective Multicentric Study.The world journal of men's health · 2025Article
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- Second chance in fertility: a comprehensive narrative review of redo micro-TESE outcomes after initial failure.Asian journal of andrology · 2025Review
- Fresh versus frozen micro-TESE sperm and outcomes.Asian journal of andrology · 2025Review
- Preliminary Results of Microsurgical Sperm Retrieval in Azoospermic Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Operating Microscope vs. Surgical Loupes.Journal of clinical medicine · 2025Article
- Current and Future Applications of Artificial Intelligence to Diagnose and Treat Male Infertility.Advances in experimental medicine and biology · 2025Review
- Exploratory insights into histopathological patterns and repeat micro-TESE outcomes in non-obstructive azoospermia: a retrospective single-center study.Archives of medical science : AMS · 2025Article
- AI predictive models and advancements in microdissection testicular sperm extraction for non-obstructive azoospermia: a systematic scoping review.Human reproduction open · 2025Article
- Pregnancy outcomes in patients with non-obstructive azoospermia undergoing micro-TESE: comparison of fresh vs. frozen-thawed testicular sperm.Journal of assisted reproduction and genetics · 2024Article
- Predictors of Successful Testicular Sperm Extraction: A New Era for Men with Non-Obstructive Azoospermia.Biomedicines · 2024Review
- Parameters affecting the success rate of microscopic testicular sperm extraction in male patients with a solitary testis and non-obstructive azoospermia.International urology and nephrology · 2024Article
- Testicular ultrasonic microvascular density in assessing spermatogenesis and predicting successful sperm retrieval.Quantitative imaging in medicine and surgery · 2024Article
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Abstract
Microdissection testicular sperm extraction (microTESE) is considered the gold standard method for surgical sperm retrieval among patients with non-obstructive azoospermia (NOA). In this review, we will discuss the optimal evaluation of NOA patients and strategies to medically optimize NOA patients prior to microTESE. In addition, we will also discuss technical principles and pearls to maximize the chances of successful sperm retrieval, sperm retrieval rates (SRR) based upon testicular histology, predictors of successful sperm retrieval, gonadal recovery following microTESE, and potential complications.
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