oligozoospermia
Pronunciation: oh-li-goh-zoh-oh-SPER-mee-ah
Reduced sperm concentration below normal parameters, representing a significant male fertility factor requiring specialized treatment approaches.
Full Definition
Oligozoospermia is defined as a sperm concentration below the reference range established by the World Health Organization, currently less than 15 million sperm per milliliter of ejaculate. This condition represents one of the most common causes of male infertility and can result from various factors including varicocele, hormonal disorders, genetic abnormalities, or environmental exposures. The severity is often classified as mild, moderate, or severe based on the degree of concentration reduction. Treatment approaches may include lifestyle modifications, hormonal therapy, surgical correction of underlying conditions, or assisted reproductive techniques with sperm concentration or intracytoplasmic sperm injection depending on the severity and associated factors.
Usage
Usage note: Specify severity (mild, moderate, severe) when documenting diagnosis.
In Context
- "Semen analysis revealed severe oligozoospermia with a concentration of 2 million sperm per mL." — Laboratory test result
- "The patient's oligozoospermia was managed with lifestyle counseling and antioxidant supplementation." — Treatment plan documentation