Testicular biopsy is a procedure for removing a small portion of the testicle through a small incision in the skin of the scrotum for examination purposes. For example, it can be performed for the diagnosis of any lump, to determine the cause of infertility, or to retrieve sperm for in-vitro fertilization.
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I have attached my testicular biopsy reports. Kindly explain what does it mean?
Query: Hi doctor, I have attached my results of the testicular biopsy, what does it mean? Sections of the right testis show approximately 50 tubules. There are hyalinized tubules. The rest of the tubules are lined by Sertoli cells and no spermatogenesis seen. No germ cell neoplasia in situ was seen. No Ley... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. I have checked your biopsy report (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity) that you took to find the reason for azoospermia. The report says there are fewer tubules where semen production happens, and there is no semen pr... Read Full »
I have azoospermia. Can the testes produce sperms after four cycles of chemotherapy?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 36 year old male and my wife is 28 years old. I have been suffering from azoospermia and have been in touch with different doctors for the last eight to ten months. I have done many tests and everyone is ending up with a suggestion of testicular biopsy. My wife is not in favor o... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and reviewed the attached reports of USG and semen analysis (attachment removed to protect patient identity). As there is azoospermia, I cannot comment on your chances, unless there is a possibility of sperm retrieval from the testis. This is possib... Read Full »