What does TESA mean in PHYSIOLOGY

TESA stands for Testicular Sperm Aspiration. It is a minimally-invasive procedure that can be used to obtain sperm from men who have difficulty producing it in a regular manner. This procedure involves the use of a needle, which is inserted through the scrotum into the testicles to collect fluid with mature sperm.

Men who are unable to produce viable sperm using conventional methods, such as IVF or ICSI, may be able to benefit from TESA. This includes those suffering from infertility due to congenital conditions, such as Klinefelter's Syndrome or other genetic conditions that lead to low or no sperm production, as well as men who have had vasectomies or other forms of male sterilization.

In general, most TESA procedures take under 30 minutes and can often be completed within 15 minutes. The length of time will depend on the clinic performing the procedure and their specific protocols; however, this is typically a quick outpatient procedure with minimal recovery time and zero downtime afterwards.

While patients may experience some discomfort during the procedure, it is generally considered to be relatively painless due to local anesthesia that numbs the area beforehand. Any minor discomfort should only last a few days following the procedure and can be managed easily with medications like ibuprofen if needed.

While individual health insurance plans may vary significantly in terms of coverage for fertility treatments like TESA, many plans do cover at least part of the cost associated with these procedures. It's best to check with your provider ahead of time so you know what costs you're responsible for before committing to a particular treatment plan.

Studies have demonstrated that depending on whether any additional treatment protocols such as ICSI are used along with it,TESA has an overall success rate between 35% - 65%. Of course each case is unique and outcomes can vary widely based on individual circumstances.

Generally speaking, pregnancy should occur within 6 months after completing a successful cycle of fertility treatments including both male factor treatment and egg retrieval/insemination (for female partners). If no pregnancies occur within 6 months then further evaluation should be performed by your doctor in order to determine why conception wasn't achieved.

A man's ability to successfully obtain viable sperm via testicular aspiration does not necessarily depend on whether he has previously undergone vasectomy or not but rather on his current circumstances around sperm production levels at present time.It is recommended that all men considering fertility treatments consult with their doctors regardless of vasectomy history in order for them analyze available options.