Association between varicocele grade and semen analysis parameter
Abstract: Varicocele is a
condition characterized by elongation, dilatation and tortuousity of spermatic
vein in pampiniform plexus. Approximately 50% of infertility cases among men
are caused by varicocele. The varicocele may affect the components of sperm.
This study aimed to determine the association between varicocele grade based on
ultrasound Doppler examination and sperm concentration, sperm motility, and
sperm morphology based on semen analysis examination.
Methods: This was a descriptive, cross-sectional study which used
secondary data from 85 patients that visited Department of Urology, Cipto
Mangunkusumo Hospital, then underwent ultrasonography examination at Department
of Radiology, Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital and semen analysis examination at Department
of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Cipto Mangunkusumo General Hospital.
Results: Varicocele grade was significantly associated with sperm
morphology, concentration and motility (all p<0.05). Significant association
was found between maximum condition and semen analysis component.
Conclusion: Varicocele grade may affect semen analysis component.
Keywords: semen analysis;
ultrasound examination; varicocele’s grade
Author: Ira Ariyati, Rahmad
Mulyadi, Ponco Birowo, Budi Wiweko, Joedo Prihartono
Journal Code: jpkedokterangg170214
