Freezing sperm or testicular tissue is an important method of fertility preservation, allowing for future use of the genetic material in assisted reproduction cycles. The process is carried out under special freezing conditions to ensure long-term protection and viability of the sample.

When is Sperm Freezing Recommended?

This method can be a solution in various cases, such as:

1. Very low sperm count

Όταν οι παράμετροι του σπέρματος είναι οριακά χαμηλές και υπάρχει πιθανότητα περαιτέρω μείωσης στο μέλλον, η κατάψυξη επιτρέπει στον άνδρα να διασφαλίσει τη μελλοντική δυνατότητα τεκνοποίησης, ακόμη κι αν η ποιότητα του σπέρματος επιδεινωθεί.

2. Before treatments that may affect fertility

In men of reproductive age who are about to undergo:

• Chemotherapy

• Radiotherapy

• Other cytotoxic or hormonal therapies

These treatments may affect spermatogenesis, temporarily or permanently. Freezing a sample before starting treatment is a crucial step in preserving reproductive potential.

Summary Advantages

• Protection of future fertility

• Possibility of using the sample in IVF / ICSI treatment

• Ασφαλής μακροχρόνια αποθήκευση

• Reliable option for men with possible future reduction in spermatogenesis