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Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA)

Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA)

Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) is a minimally invasive sperm retrieval technique that uses a thin needle to extract small tissue samples directly from the testicles or epididymis. It helps locate viable sperm for use in IVF with ICSI, offering men with fertility challenges a chance at fatherhood.

When is FNA Recommended?

  • Men with obstructive azoospermia (blocked sperm pathways)
  • Men who had a vasectomy and wish to conceive without reversal
  • Cases where ejaculated sperm retrieval for IVF has failed
  • For diagnostic evaluation of sperm production in testicular tissue

Steps Involved in FNA

  • Local Anesthesia: The scrotal area is numbed to ensure comfort during the procedure.
  • Needle Aspiration: A fine needle is carefully inserted into the testicle or epididymis to extract a small tissue sample.
  • Sperm Retrieval & Processing: The collected sample is examined in the lab to identify motile sperm, which can be used for ICSI or frozen for later use.

Benefits of FNA

  • Minimally invasive and quick procedure
  • Performed under local anesthesia with minimal discomfort
  • Provides sperm for IVF with ICSI when natural conception is not possible
  • Useful for both treatment and diagnostic purposes

Possible Risks

  • Mild pain, bruising, or swelling at the aspiration site
  • Low risk of infection or bleeding
  • Occasionally, repeat aspiration may be required if sperm yield is insufficient

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