ArticleTranslational andrology and urology2026
Correlation between reproductive hormone levels and genetic abnormalities in patients with non-obstructive azoospermia and oligospermia.
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Background: Although male infertility has been studied extensively, the relationship between genetic abnormalities and reproductive hormone levels remains to be explored. This study investigates the causes of non-obstructive azoospermia and oligospermia, focusing on their association with sperm concentration, reproductive hormone levels, and genetic factors. Methods: We retrospectively analyzed data from 144 male infertility patients, examining karyotyping, the azoospermia factor ( Results: Our analysis revealed significant differences in reproductive hormone levels between the azoospermia, severe oligospermic, and healthy control groups (P<0.05). Specifically, prolactin (PRL) levels were significantly higher in the azoospermia and severe oligospermia groups, while inhibin B (INHB) levels were significantly lower. Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) levels were elevated in all infertility groups. Differences in luteinizing hormone (LH) levels were observed between the azoospermia and oligospermia groups, and testosterone (T) levels were reduced in the azoospermia group. No significant differences in progesterone (PROG) and estradiol (E2) levels were observed between the groups (P>0.05). Conclusions: The evaluation of reproductive hormones,
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