ArticleTranslational andrology and urology2023
Effects of the body mass index of males on hormone levels, sperm and embryo parameters, and clinical outcomes in non-obstructive azoospermia: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
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- Seminal Immature Germ Cells as a Predictor of Microdissection Testicular Sperm Extraction for Development of a Combined Predictive Model.The world journal of men's health · 2026Article
- Development of a predictive model and nomogram in sperm retrieval rate based on testicular pathological morphometric parameters in non-obstructive azoospermia patients: a multi-center study.Reproductive biology and endocrinology : RB&E · 2025Article
- The role of androgens and global and tissue-specific androgen receptor expression on body composition, exercise adaptation, and performance.Biology of sex differences · 2025Review
- Obesity, Dietary Patterns, and Hormonal Balance Modulation: Gender-Specific Impacts.Nutrients · 2024Review
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Abstract
Background: Research has shown that the body mass index (BMI) is not correlated with sperm retrieval outcomes, while serum testosterone and gonadotropins are related to the BMI in non-obstructive azoospermia (NOA). Previously, no comprehensive assessment had been conducted on the effect of the BMI of males in NOA. This study sought to comprehensively evaluate the effects of the BMI of males on hormone levels, sperm and embryo parameters, and clinical outcomes in NOA. Methods: The PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science databases were searched to retrieved relevant articles published up to May 27, 2022. Articles which examined patients with NOA (population), included patients with a BMI ≥25 kg/m Results: A total of 12 studies comprising 2,994 NOA patients were included. Patients with a BMI ≥25 kg/m Conclusions: The BMI of the males was an important factor affecting the FSH and TT levels, testicular volume, sperm retrieval success, and live-birth rate in NOA. Weight management may benefit NOA patients.
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