Resolving Secondary Infertility: A Case Report of the Successful Treatment of Sperm DNA Fragmentation Through the Physiological Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection Method

This case report presents an illustrative account of a couple experiencing secondary infertility attributed to the fragmentation of DNA in sperm. Secondary infertility, the inability to conceive after having previously successfully conceived a child, can be due to various factors, including male inf...

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Published in:Curēus (Palo Alto, CA) CA), 2024-02, Vol.16 (2), p.e53682
Main Authors: Tilak, Priyal, Bawaskar, Pranita A, Badge, Ankit, Kohale, Mangesh, Makade, Jagadish G, Nair, Nancy
Format: Article
Language:English
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Case reports
Diabetes
Embryos
Females
Fertility
Hypertension
Infertility
Morphology
Motility
Obstetrics/Gynecology
Physiology
Pregnancy
Reproductive technologies
Smoking
Sperm
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Summary:This case report presents an illustrative account of a couple experiencing secondary infertility attributed to the fragmentation of DNA in sperm. Secondary infertility, the inability to conceive after having previously successfully conceived a child, can be due to various factors, including male infertility issues. Sperm DNA fragmentation (SDF) has emerged as a major factor influencing male fertility, resulting in poor embryo development and lower pregnancy rates. This case is about the use of advanced assisted reproductive technologies, specifically physiological intracytoplasmic sperm injection (PICSI) and intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), to treat secondary infertility caused by fragmentation of sperm DNA. PICSI enables the identification and selection of spermatozoa with optimal functional integrity using hyaluronan, a natural binding substance. Preparing a PICSI dish requires skill and precision. Sperm exhibiting a high DNA fragmentation index were excluded from the selection process to enhance embryo development potential. The couple underwent controlled ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval, and ICSI with PICSI. The treatment resulted in the successful conception of a singleton pregnancy. Subsequent prenatal monitoring indicated a healthy pregnancy progression, ultimately culminating in the delivery of a healthy baby girl at term. This case report highlights the efficacy of integrating PICSI as a sperm selection method preceding ICSI, specifically in cases of secondary infertility related to SDF. Further research and larger-scale studies are warranted to approve the findings of this case report and establish the broader applicability of this treatment approach.
ISSN:2168-8184
2168-8184
DOI:10.7759/cureus.53682