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Testicular tissue removed from a ten-year-old male before chemotherapy and frozen proved viable 16 years later, restoring his ability to make sperm.
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Who
ten-year-old male patient
What
Testicular tissue removed from a ten-year-old male before chemotherapy and frozen proved viable 16 years later, restoring his ability to make sperm.
When
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:52:30 GMT · 3h 8m ago
Where
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Why
The tissue was preserved prior to chemotherapy, which can impair fertility, and was later transplanted to restore reproductive function.
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This development demonstrates the potential for long-term fertility preservation in prepubescent males undergoing chemotherapy, offering a viable option for future reproductive capabilities.
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