Azoospermia is a pathology that develops in men against the background of spermatogenesis disorders. The main symptom of the disease is the absence of spermatozoa in the ejaculate. Urologists distinguish two types of azoospermia treatment: obstructive and non-obstructive. Patients suffering from this pathology cannot conceive a child naturally.
Causes of azoospermia development
Andrologists and urologists distinguish three primary forms of azoospermia. In the obstructive type of pathology, patients have obstruction of the vas deferens, which prevents spermatozoa from entering the seminal fluid. This form of the disease does not affect the production of germ cells—they are formed in sufficient quantities and have a normal structure.
Obstructive azoospermia is a consequence of:
Congenital disabilities of the vas deferens;
Inflammatory lesions of the reproductive system;
Traumatic injuries to the scrotum;
Treatment of azoospermia
Therapeutic measures aim to eliminate the primary pathology that causes spermatogenesis disorders. In cases of obstructive azoospermia, patients require surgical treatment. Doctors perform reconstructive surgery, which restores normal patency of the vas deferens.
Treatment of endocrine disorders involves the use of hormonal drugs. Replacement or stimulating therapy allows increasing the number of healthy sperm in the ejaculate. In this case, a man can count on successfully conceiving a child naturally.
Lack of progress in conception against the background of surgical and hormonal treatment becomes an indication for the use of assisted reproductive technologies. Doctors collect sex cells from the testicle or its appendage. The obtained biomaterial is used for in vitro fertilization of the female egg.
Symptoms of azoospermia
The main symptom of the disease is unsuccessful attempts to conceive a child for six months or more. Sexual desire is present. There are no problems with erection. Other signs of azoospermia develop against the background of the underlying disease that caused testicular dysfunction. Men may experience the following manifestations of the pathology:
IVF Cost in Pakistan
Therefore, the cost of IVF treatment depends on the country where the treatment is given, the clinic where the couple goes, and the overall health of the couple. Although the costs vary across the country and clinics, it is relatively cheaper as compared to many developed countries of the west. But, in most cases, it can be costly, and therefore may not be affordable for many families.
According to the year 2024, the average IVF cost in Pakistan per cycle varies between 350000 PKR to 600000 PKR, which is approximately 2000 USD to 3500 USD. This fee may cover consultation, drugs to stimulate development of multiple follicles, the actual retrieval of eggs, the process of fertilization and the transfer of the resultant embryos. However there may be other extra costs including diagnostic tests, cost of drugs and other procedures like ICSI or pre- implantation genetic test.
Conclusion
IVF has been helpful to families in childlessness as it provides hope for those who wish to have a child or more children. Although the process may be challenging in terms of emotions and costs, there is no denying that it has fulfilled the desire for family for many couples. The price of IVF in Pakistan also keeps fluctuating, but with some analysis and planning, the couple can easily find an affordable facility for them.
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