Testikloonaus

Testikloonaus, also known as testicular sperm extraction (TESE), is a medical procedure used to retrieve sperm directly from the testes. It is typically performed for individuals who have azoospermia, a condition characterized by the absence of sperm in the ejaculate. TESE can be a vital option for achieving biological fatherhood when other fertility treatments have been unsuccessful.

The procedure involves obtaining a small tissue sample from the testicle. This can be done through a minimally invasive surgical approach called microTESE, where a microscope is used to identify and extract sperm-producing tubules, or through a simpler needle aspiration technique. The extracted tissue is then examined in a laboratory to locate viable sperm. If sperm are found, they can be used for in-vitro fertilization (IVF) or intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI).

TESE is generally considered safe, with potential risks including minor pain, swelling, or bleeding at the surgical site. The success rate of sperm retrieval varies depending on the underlying cause of azoospermia and the specific technique employed. This procedure offers hope to many men facing infertility, providing a pathway to parenthood when natural conception is not possible. It is a specialized fertility treatment requiring consultation with a reproductive endocrinologist.