Alloplastic spermatoceles: a 5-year experience

J Urol. 1986 Aug;136(2):410-2. doi: 10.1016/s0022-5347(17)44886-5.

Abstract

We implanted 14 alloplastic spermatoceles in 8 patients with congenital absence or atresia of the vas deferens or anejaculation. The surgical technique and results of aspirations are detailed. Five spermatoceles yielded sperm: 2 for prolonged periods (4 1/2 to 11 months) and 1 produced motile sperm considered adequate for artificial insemination.

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infertility, Male / therapy*
  • Insemination, Artificial, Homologous
  • Male
  • Polytetrafluoroethylene
  • Pregnancy
  • Prostheses and Implants*
  • Sperm Capacitation
  • Sperm Motility
  • Spermatogenesis
  • Spermatozoa*
  • Vas Deferens / abnormalities*

Substances

  • Polytetrafluoroethylene