Overview
Autoimmune male infertility is a condition where the immune system produces antibodies that target sperm, impairing fertility 12. This can affect sperm motility, binding, and penetration of the egg 1.Diagnosis
Evaluation includes a thorough history and physical examination 1.
Diagnostic testing may be indicated based on initial assessment 1.
Specific diagnostic criteria and grading are not detailed in the provided abstracts.Management
Management strategies include medical therapies, surgical techniques, and assisted reproductive technologies such as intrauterine insemination (IUI), in vitro fertilization (IVF), and intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) 2.
Specific drug classes or doses for medical therapies are not mentioned in the abstracts.Key Recommendations
The evaluation of the infertile male should include an appropriate history and physical exam, as well as diagnostic testing where indicated 1. (Evidence: Moderate)
Management of male infertility may involve medical therapies, surgical techniques, and assisted reproductive technologies like IUI, IVF, and ICSI 2. (Evidence: Moderate)
The detection of male infertility increases the risk of subsequent development of health problems for men 1. (Evidence: Moderate)References
1 Schlegel PN, Sigman M, Collura B, De Jonge CJ, Eisenberg ML, Lamb DJ et al.. Diagnosis and Treatment of Infertility in Men: AUA/ASRM Guideline Part I. The Journal of urology 2021. link
2 Schlegel PN, Sigman M, Collura B, De Jonge CJ, Eisenberg ML, Lamb DJ et al.. Diagnosis and Treatment of Infertility in Men: AUA/ASRM Guideline PART II. The Journal of urology 2021. link