Effect of cell phone usage on semen analysis in men attending infertility clinic: an observational study

Agarwal, Ashok; Deepinder, Fnu; Sharma, Rakesh K.; Ranga, Geetha; Li, Jianbo

doi:10.1016/j.fertnstert.2007.01.166

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“…5,6 Recent studies showed the negative effect of MPs on the male genital system, both in animals 7,8 and in human subjects. 9 All these studies dealt only with the influence of MPs on testicular structure and function 7,[9][10][11] and male accessory genital organs. 8 However, no studies to date have analyzed the potential effect of exposure to EMWs emitted from MPs on male sexual behavior.…”

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Effects of exposure to a mobile phone on sexual behavior in adult male rabbit: an observational study

Salama

Kishimoto²,

Kanayama³

et al. 2009

Int J Impot Res

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The accumulating effects of exposure to electromagnetic radiation emitted by a conventional mobile phone (MP) on male sexual behaviour have not yet been analyzed. Therefore, we studied these effects in 18 male rabbits that were randomly divided into phone and control groups. Six female teasers were taken successively to the male's cage and the copulatory behavior was recorded. Serum total testosterone, dopamine and cortisol were evaluated. The animals of the phone group were exposed to MPs (800 MHz) in a standby position for 8 h daily for 12 weeks. At the end of the study, the copulatory behavior and hormonal assays were re-evaluated. Mounts without ejaculation were the main mounts in the phone group and its duration and frequency increased significantly compared with the controls, whereas the reverse was observed in its mounts with ejaculation. Ejaculation frequency dropped significantly, biting/grasping against teasers increased notably and mounting latency in accumulated means from the first to the fourth teasers were noted in the phone group. The hormonal assays did not show any significant differences between the study groups. Therefore, the pulsed radiofrequency emitted by a conventional MP, which was kept on a standby position, could affect the sexual behavior in the rabbit.

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Section: Introductionmentioning

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Effects of exposure to a mobile phone on sexual behavior in adult male rabbit: an observational study

Salama

Kishimoto²,

Kanayama³

et al. 2009

Int J Impot Res

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“…Occupational exposure to toxicants and exposure to excessive heat from sauna and hot tubs are detrimental to sperm production [20]. The use of pesticides, radiation exposure from X-ray, excessive use of cell phones, and heavy metal intoxication may also potentially affect sperm production and quality [27].…”

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Engaging Practicing Gynecologists in the Management of Infertile Men

Agarwal

Hamada

Esteves³

2014

J Obstet Gynecol India

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In the modern era, contemporary management of male infertility has undergone groundbreaking changes with the introduction of new concepts, advanced testing, and therapeutic interventions. As practicing gynecologists are often the first physicians who encounter an infertile couple, it is essential that these clinicians are continuously updated about the new pearls and pitfalls of male infertility management. Semen analysis is commonly ordered by gynecologists. In 2010, the WHO released new cutoff reference values for the semen parameters adopting novel methodology, which has incited much debate. Reference values have been lowered in comparison with previous standards, with a direct clinical implication in decision-making strategies. Specialized sperm-function tests, such as sperm oxidative stress and sperm chromatin integrity assessments, became clinically available, thus offering an opportunity to better understand sperm dysfunctions concealed during routine semen analysis. Furthermore, the initial counseling of azoospermic men by an andrologically well educated gynecologist may alleviate the misconception and distress surrounding the false belief of sterility, and will clarify the 123 available options of percutaneous and microsurgical spermretrieval techniques and assisted conception outcome. Regarding varicocele, which is commonly seen in infertile males, it is now clear that the best treatment option for infertile men with clinical varicocele is the microsurgical vein ligation. Natural conception is significantly improved after varicocelectomy, and recent data suggest that such treatment optimizes reproductive outcome of couples undergoing ICSI or micro-TESE sperm retrieval. Lastly, new therapeutic interventions, including oral antioxidant therapy and lifestyle modifications, have gained increasing attention, as they aid in alleviating male infertility.

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“…The 9 patients with failed ICSI cycles should be evaluated for exposure to agents known to negatively affect male reproductive health by having these patients review a list of the common agents known to negatively affect fertility including, medications, recreational drugs, alcohol, oxidative stress, cigarette smoking, environmental toxins, and even use of cell phones [1,2,[4][5][6][7]50]. If possible, these patients should be removed from agents that they identify may be causing their infertility for 3 months, and then retested to see if their SDD Test score has improved.…”

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“…It is important that the tests chosen for the panel have utility in evaluating the male's overall reproductive health that can be negatively affected by exposure to a wide variety of agents including: drugs, oxidative stress, cigarette smoking, environmental toxins, and even use of cell phones [1,2,4,6,7,50]. Males have a complete turnover of their sperm every 3 months.…”

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Evaluating a novel panel of sperm function tests for utility in predicting intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) outcome

Brown

Merryman²,

Rivnay

et al. 2013

J Assist Reprod Genet

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Purpose The objective of this study was to evaluate a panel of three sperm function tests; tests known to assess different aspects of sperm functionality and genomic integrity, the: 1) Sperm DNA Accelerated Decondensation (SDAD TM ) Test, 2) Sperm DNA Decondensation (SDD TM ) Test, and 3) Sperm Penetration Assay (SPA), determining if positive and negative test scores correlated with failed and successful ICSI outcomes, respectfully. Methods A prospective, double blinded, cohort study was performed. One study sample (ejaculated semen) was collected by each of the 60 male partners of the 60 couples enrolled in the study; males whose female partners were found to have no major female factor issues. The sperm from each male was analyzed in the SPA, and SDAD and SDD Tests, and used for ICSI (1 ICSI cycle per couple). Results The ICSI cycle pregnancy rate for this study was 50 %, with a delivery rate040 % (n060 ICSI cycles). The SPA and SDD Test scores did not significantly predict ICSI outcome when used as stand-alone tests (p>>0.05). However, when the SPA and SDD Test scores were used together, ICSI outcomes for a subgroup of 10 (16.7 %) males, were significantly predicted (p00.03), with 1 live birth, and 9 negatives where the transferred embryos did not implant. In total, 38.4 % of the couples in this study were found to have a very poor chance for a successful ICSI cycle. Conclusion SDAD Test scores alone, and SPA and SDD Test scores used together, significantly predicted failed ICSI outcomes. This indicates that the scores obtained when analyzing patients' sperm using a panel of sperm function tests; specifically, the SPA, and SDAD and SDD Tests, can be used to identify infertile couples who should not be directed to ICSI.

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Effect of cell phone usage on semen analysis in men attending infertility clinic: an observational study

Cited by 392 publications

References 19 publications

Effects of exposure to a mobile phone on sexual behavior in adult male rabbit: an observational study

Effects of exposure to a mobile phone on sexual behavior in adult male rabbit: an observational study

Engaging Practicing Gynecologists in the Management of Infertile Men

Evaluating a novel panel of sperm function tests for utility in predicting intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) outcome

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