Association of NE, leptin, and 5-HT with electrophysiological parameters in patients with primary premature ejaculation.

abstract：:Treatment of testicular cancer includes the coadministration of bleomycin, etoposide and cis-platinum (BEP); however, along with its therapeutic benefit, BEP exposure results in extensive reproductive chemotoxic effects, including alterations to sperm chromatin integrity. As an intact paternal genome is essential for ...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Maselli J,Hales BF,Robaire B

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Erectile dysfunction (ED) is very prevalent in the older population, although the ageing-related mechanisms involved in the development of ED are poorly understood. We propose that age-induced differences in nerve- and endothelium-mediated smooth muscle contractility in the corpus cavernosum (CC) could be found betwee...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Lafuente-Sanchis A,Triguero D,Garcia-Pascual A

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The molecular basis of spermatogenic failure (SpF) is still largely unknown. Accumulating evidence suggests that a series of specific events such as meiosis, are determined at the early stage of spermatogenesis. This study aims to assess the expression profile of pre-meiotic genes of infertile testicular biopsies that...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Bonache S,Algaba F,Franco E,Bassas L,Larriba S

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cell-free seminal RNA (cfs-RNA) is mixed transcripts derived from male reproductive organs, and is potential biomarker for the research and diagnosis of male reproductive-related diseases. However, some clinical factors, including age, asymptomatic Ureaplasma urealyticum (UU) infection, scrotal heat stress, abstinence...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Dong TT,Yu Q,Qing XR,Ma XL,Dong WW,Shi J,Li HG

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Highly active antiretroviral therapy has evolved over the years, leading to a boost in the quality of life in people living with HIV and AIDS. However, growing evidence has shown that highly active antiretroviral therapy has deleterious effects on the testes and the overall reproductive capacity. Therefore, this study...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Adana MY,Akang EN,Peter AI,Jegede AI,Naidu ECS,Tiloke C,Chuturgoon AA,Azu OO

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Defects in bone regulatory pathways have been linked to chronic diseases including cardiovascular disease and cancer. In men, a link between bone metabolism and gonadal hormones has been suggested. However, to date, there is lack of evidence on the association between serum inorganic phosphate (Pi) and sex steroid hor...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Wulaningsih W,Van Hemelrijck M,Michaelsson K,Kanarek N,Nelson WG,Ix JH,Platz EA,Rohrmann S

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Germ cell and Sertoli cell proliferation and maturation in human testes occur in three main waves, during the late fetal and early neonatal period and at early puberty. They are triggered by periods of increased activity of the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis. In hypogonadotropic hypogonadism (HH), these pro...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Rohayem J,Sinthofen N,Nieschlag E,Kliesch S,Zitzmann M

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Knowledge about Klinefelter syndrome (KS) has increased substantially since its first description almost 80 years ago. A variety of treatment options concerning the spectrum of symptoms associated with KS exists, also regarding aspects beyond testicular dysfunction. Nevertheless, the diagnostic rate is still...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Zitzmann M,Aksglaede L,Corona G,Isidori AM,Juul A,T'Sjoen G,Kliesch S,D'Hauwers K,Toppari J,Słowikowska-Hilczer J,Tüttelmann F,Ferlin A

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Testicular architecture and sperm production are supported by a complex network of communication between various cell types. These signals ensure fertility by: regulating spermatogonial stem/progenitor cells; promoting steroidogenesis; and driving male-specific differentiation of the gonad. Sertoli cells hav...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Heinrich A,DeFalco T

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Erectile Dysfunction is considered a multifactorial disease, where organic and psychological aspects are often interconnected. In a randomized controlled pilot study, we compared the efficacy of combined vardenafil orodispersible tablet (VARD) and cognitive-behavioral sex therapy (CBST) vs. VARD alone in improving sex...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Boddi V,Castellini G,Casale H,Rastrelli G,Boni L,Corona G,Maggi M

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sperm DNA fragmentation varies between individuals and is more pronounced with increased patient age and time after sperm donation. The intensification of DNA fragmentation depends on the balance of the oxidoreductive system, which is regulated mainly by two enzymes - superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase. The objec...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Wdowiak A,Bakalczuk S,Bakalczuk G

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The transcription factor DMRTB1 plays a pivotal role in coordinating the transition between mitosis and meiosis in murine germ cells. No reliable data are available for human testis. OBJECTIVES:The present study aims to examine the testicular expression pattern of DMRTB1 in men showing normal and impaired s...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Hilbold E,Bergmann M,Fietz D,Kliesch S,Weidner W,Langeheine M,Rode K,Brehm R

更新日期：2019-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cryoinjury is a consequence of cryopreservation and may have a negative impact on sperm quality regarding motility, morphology, and viability. This study was designed to identify potential proteomic changes in human sperm cells throughout the cryopreservation process. Comparisons made within this study included the de...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Bogle OA,Kumar K,Attardo-Parrinello C,Lewis SE,Estanyol JM,Ballescà JL,Oliva R

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Increasing evidence disclosed the existence of a novel multi-organ endocrine pathway, involving bone, pancreas and testis, of high penetrance in energy metabolism and male fertility. The main mediator of this axis is undercarboxylated osteocalcin (ucOC), a bone-derived protein-exerting systemic effects on tissues expr...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： De Toni L,Di Nisio A,Rocca MS,De Rocco Ponce M,Ferlin A,Foresta C

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Scarce data are available on epidemiology of varicocoele, the most common surgically correctable cause of male infertility. The objectives of this study were to evaluate the association between body mass index (BMI) and varicocoele and to assess trends in prevalence over time. We conducted a nationwide population-base...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Rais A,Zarka S,Derazne E,Tzur D,Calderon-Margalit R,Davidovitch N,Afek A,Carel R,Levine H

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We aimed to examine the effects of pre-operative blood values on varicocelectomy success. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A total of 130 patients who underwent varicocelectomy in our clinic were retrospectively analyzed. Operation success was defined as the return of all semen parameters (concentration, progressive m...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Erdogan O,Ok F,Carkci S

更新日期：2021-01-21 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY QUESTION:Are de novo mutations in the human genome associated with male infertility? SUMMARY ANSWER:We identified de novo mutations in five candidate genes: SEMA5A, NEURL4, BRD2, CD1D, and CD63. WHAT IS KNOWN ALREADY:Epidemiological and genetic studies have consistently indicated contribution of genetic factors...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Hodžić A,Maver A,Plaseska-Karanfilska D,Ristanović M,Noveski P,Zorn B,Terzic M,Kunej T,Peterlin B

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Maximum urinary flow rate (Qmax) is usually increased after holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP). However, improvements vary between patients and results regarding potential predictors of Qmax after HoLEP are inconsistent. Thus, we investigated pre-operative variables including second to fourth ...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Park IN,Kim TB

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Men with congenital unilateral absence of vas deferens were reported to be mainly azoospermic, with both unilateral renal absence and mutations in the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) but some have neither. OBJECTIVES:To assess whether in infertile couples the male partners with co...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Mieusset R,Bieth E,Daudin M,Isus F,Delaunay B,Bujan L,Monteil L,Fauquet I,Huyghe E,Hamdi SM

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of castration and testosterone supplementation on nitroso-redox status, cardiac metabolism markers, and S100 proteins expression in the heart of male rats. 50 male Wistar rats were randomized into five groups with ten animals each: group 1: control intact (CON); gro...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Regouat N,Cheboub A,Benahmed M,Belarbi A,Hadj-Bekkouche F

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In males, age-related decline in free testosterone (T) and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) by 2-3% per year has been reported. Estradiol (E2) and progesterone (P) seem to decrease as well, but to a lesser extent. Lower sex steroid levels in men have been related to physical and mental symptoms. Low birthweight and left-...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Hoppler S,Walther A,La Marca-Ghaemmaghami P,Ehlert U

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tributyltin (TBT), a pesticide used in antifouling paints, is toxic for aquatic invertebrates. In vertebrates, TBT may act in obesogen- inducing adipogenetic gene transcription for adipocyte differentiation. In a previous study, we demonstrated that acute administration of TBT induces c-fos expression in the arcuate n...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Bo E,Farinetti A,Marraudino M,Sterchele D,Eva C,Gotti S,Panzica G

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The main aim of this work was to evaluate how supplementing freezing media with reduced glutathione (GSH) affected the 'in vivo' fertilizing ability of boar semen subjected to cryopreservation procedures. With this purpose, 12 ejaculates coming from 12 boars were cryopreserved in the presence or absence of 2 mm GSH, w...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Estrada E,Rodríguez-Gil JE,Rocha LG,Balasch S,Bonet S,Yeste M

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Diabetes mellitus is one of the risk factors for male subfertility/infertility. Malaysian propolis is reported to decrease hyperglycaemia in diabetic state. OBJECTIVES:The present study investigated the protective effect of Malaysian propolis on diabetes-induced subfertility/infertility. Additionally, its c...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Nna VU,Bakar ABA,Ahmad A,Umar UZ,Suleiman JB,Zakaria Z,Othman ZA,Mohamed M

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In recent reports, an association between altered TRPC channel function and the development of various diabetic complications has drawn the attention of many investigators. The aim of this study was to investigate the expression of TRPC4 channels of corpus smooth muscle (CSM) cells in diabetes, and to evaluate the ass...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Sung HH,Choo SH,Ko M,Kang SJ,Chae MR,Kam SC,Han DH,So I,Lee SW

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gene expression patterns along the epididymis are established by specific transcription factor networks that coordinate region-specific functions. In rodents, the epididymis can be divided in up to 19 segments. Based on gross anatomy, the human epididymis is divided into caput, corpus, and cauda segments tog...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Légaré C,Sullivan R

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sperm count, morphology, and motility have been reported to be predictive of pregnancy, although with equivocal basis prompting some authors to question the prognostic value of semen analysis. To assess the utility of including semen quality data in predicting conception delay or requiring >6 cycles to become pregnant...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Patel CJ,Sundaram R,Buck Louis GM

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A recent study has demonstrated that porcine spermatozoa recognize with high affinity carbohydrate structures containing Lewis X motifs. Sperm adhesion to Lewis X is proposed to mediate sperm binding to the oviduct epithelium to form a reservoir. The objective of this study was to identify Lewis X-binding proteins fro...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Silva E,Frost D,Li L,Bovin N,Miller DJ

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The association between alcohol intake and male reproductive function is still controversial. In the frame of a prospective cohort study, designed to investigate the relation between life style and fertility, we performed a cross-sectional analysis of semen quality. METHODS:Men of subfertile couples, referr...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Ricci E,Noli S,Ferrari S,La Vecchia I,Cipriani S,De Cosmi V,Somigliana E,Parazzini F

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The medical treatment is indicated in the development stage of Peyronie's disease (PD) for at least 1 year after diagnosis and whenever in case of penile pain. This research was conducted to demonstrate the possible effectiveness of vitamin E in PD treatment, whereas in the scientific literature this topic is much dis...

journal_title：Andrology

authors： Paulis G,Brancato T,D'Ascenzo R,De Giorgio G,Nupieri P,Orsolini G,Alvaro R

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00