Ejaculatory duct obstruction
Ejaculatory Duct Obstruction
Ejaculatory duct obstruction (pronunciation: e-jak-yuh-luh-tawr-ee duhkt uhb-struhk-shuhn) is a pathological condition which can lead to male infertility. This condition is characterized by the blockage of one or both ejaculatory ducts, thus preventing the ejaculation of sperm.
Etymology
The term "ejaculatory duct obstruction" is derived from the Latin words "eiaculatus" (meaning to throw out) and "ductus" (meaning a leading), and the Latin word "obstructio" (meaning a building up).
Causes
Ejaculatory duct obstruction can be caused by several factors including congenital abnormalities, inflammation, infection, trauma, or the presence of cysts in the ejaculatory ducts.
Symptoms
The primary symptom of ejaculatory duct obstruction is the decreased volume of ejaculate. Other symptoms may include pain during ejaculation, blood in the semen, and recurrent urinary tract infections.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of ejaculatory duct obstruction typically involves a thorough medical history and physical examination, as well as semen analysis. Additional diagnostic tests may include transrectal ultrasound, vasography, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
Treatment
Treatment for ejaculatory duct obstruction depends on the underlying cause. Options may include antibiotics for infections, surgery to remove cysts or correct congenital abnormalities, or assisted reproductive technology (ART) for cases where natural conception is not possible.
Related Terms
- Infertility
- Ejaculatory duct
- Congenital abnormalities
- Inflammation
- Infection
- Trauma
- Cysts
- Ejaculate
- Pain
- Blood
- Urinary tract infections
- Semen analysis
- Transrectal ultrasound
- Vasography
- Magnetic resonance imaging
- Antibiotics
- Surgery
- Assisted reproductive technology
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ejaculatory duct obstruction
- Wikipedia's article - Ejaculatory duct obstruction
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