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Evaluating Changes in Spermatogram Following Bilateral Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair in Fertile Males

Phase 2
Terminated
Conditions
Hernia
Registration Number
NCT00282074
Lead Sponsor
Sheba Medical Center
Brief Summary

In this prospective open armed study we aim to see if bilateral hernia repair using a mesh alters the spermatogram (sperm count) or testicular volume.

Detailed Description

Not available

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
TERMINATED
Sex
Male
Target Recruitment
30
Inclusion Criteria
  • Males ages 18-40 years, undergoing bilateral laparoscopic hernia repair, who agree to have a sperm test both prior to and following surgery.
Exclusion Criteria
  • History of prostatic surgery, testicular surgery, azospermia on first spermatogram, single testis, patients after chemotherapy, patients receiving hormonal therapy, patients receiving alpha blockers for any indication, patients who are receiving or received oral antifungal therapy six months prior to surgery

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary Outcome Measures
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Secondary Outcome Measures
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Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Sheba Medical Center

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Ramat-Gan, Israel

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