References
Key articles
Schlegel PN, Sigman M, Collura B, et al. Diagnosis and treatment of infertility in men: AUA/ASRM guideline part I. J Urol. 2021 Jan;205(1):36-43.Full text Abstract
European Association of Urology. Sexual and reproductive health guidelines. Apr 2024 [internet publication].Full text
Persad E, O'Loughlin CA, Kaur S, et al. Surgical or radiological treatment for varicoceles in subfertile men. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2021 Apr 23;4:CD000479.Full text Abstract
European Association of Urology. Guidelines on paediatric urology. Apr 2024 [internet publication].Full text
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