Abstract:Background: Estrogen receptor 1 (ESR1) and 2 (ESR2) play an important role in regulating fertility in the
human reproductive system. Polymorphisms of these receptor genes have been implicated in
male infertility in both Chinese and Caucasian populations. However, studies have produced
inconsistent results. Spermatozoa defects that result in conception deficiencies could be related
to estrogens, their receptors, or genes involved in estrogen-related pathways. This study aims
to explore the potential association… Show more
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