Infertility is usually defined as the inability of a couple to conceive even after 1 year of unprotected, frequent sexual intercourse. The male is solely responsible in about 20% of cases and is a contributing factor in another 30% to 40% of all infertility cases. As male and female causes often co-exist, it is essential that both partners are investigated for infertility and managed together. Overall, the male factor substantially contributes to about 50% of all cases of infertility.The initial evaluation includes a detailed sexual history and physical examination, together with 2 separate semen analyses. Hormonal testing and an optional scrotal ultrasound can then be performed if abnormalities are found. This is usually sufficient to make an initial determination of the nature and severity of the underlying problem. The key purpose for evaluating a male for infertility is to identify the contributing factors, offer treatment for those that are reversible, determine if the patient is a candidate for assisted reproductive techniques, and offer counseling for irreversible and untreatable conditions.This activity highlights the etiology and epidemiology of male infertility. The course also reviews the evaluation and management of male infertility as well as the role of the interprofessional team in evaluating and treating patients with this condition.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/23503
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.5 hours
Nursing: 1.5 hours
Pharmacy: 1.5 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABIM - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Adolescent Medicine, Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism, General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Male Genital, Medical Oncology, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology