From diagnosis to solution: treatment options for male infertility.
Limited male fertility is a common cause of infertility. Thanks to modern reproductive medicine, there are now a variety of treatment methods available that can be tailored to the individual situation. The aim of fertility treatment is to offer couples realistic and medically sound ways of having the child they desire.
The basis of every treatment: targeted diagnostics
The choice of the appropriate treatment method is always based on careful diagnostics. A semen analysis provides key information about sperm quality and serves as a starting point for further steps. Depending on the findings, additional hormonal, genetic or imaging tests may be necessary. Only on this basis can a decision be made as to which treatment option is appropriate. In cases of mild or moderate sperm quality impairment, intrauterine insemination (IUI) can be an effective treatment option. This involves preparing the sperm and inserting it directly into the uterus at the optimal time. This method is often used when natural fertilisation is difficult but still possible.
ICSI as the main treatment method for severely impaired fertility
ICSI (intracytoplasmic sperm injection) is used in cases of significantly impaired sperm quality or when other methods have been unsuccessful. This established form of treatment enables fertilisation by inserting a single sperm into the egg cell. ICSI is one of the most important treatment options for male infertility and opens up new opportunities for many couples undergoing fertility treatment.
Treatment options for absent sperm in the ejaculate
If there are no or very few sperm in the ejaculate, specialised treatment methods are still available. With TESE (testicular sperm extraction) or TESA (testicular sperm aspiration), sperm can be obtained directly from the testicles or epididymis. These are then used in ICSI. Even in complex cases, fertility treatment with the patient's own sperm can be possible.
Supplementary measures and treatment planning
Treatment options are not limited to medical procedures alone. Accompanying measures such as lifestyle optimisation, stress reduction or hormonal support can also form part of fertility treatment and have a positive influence on its success. These aspects are incorporated into the treatment on an individual basis. The right treatment method always depends on the individual situation. All treatment options are explained in detail and weighed up together in extensive discussions. The aim is to provide fertility treatment that is medically appropriate and at the same time takes personal wishes and circumstances into account.
Modern treatment options open up new opportunities
Thanks to modern treatment methods, limited male fertility is no longer a barrier to successful fertility treatment. Through targeted diagnostics, individually tailored treatment options and personal support, men and couples can develop new perspectives on their journey to having a child.
Priv. Doz. Doctor of Medical Sciences Gregor Weiß