Micro-TESE
Microsurgical Testicular Sperm Extraction for severe male infertility.
Finding Hope in Azoospermia
When a man has zero sperm in his ejaculate (Non-Obstructive Azoospermia), it was historically considered impossible to father a biological child. Micro-TESE has completely changed this.
Using a high-powered operating microscope, Dr. Athar Hameed surgically explores the testicle to locate the healthiest, most dilated seminiferous tubules. These microscopic pockets are where sperm production is most likely to be hiding.
How The Procedure Works
1. Microsurgical Access
Performed under general anesthesia, a small incision is made in the scrotum and the testicle is opened like a book.
2. 20x Magnification
An operating microscope allows the surgeon to see individual tubules, identifying the plumpest ones likely to contain sperm.
3. Tissue Extraction
Tiny, targeted samples of tissue are removed, sparing the rest of the testicle's blood supply and testosterone-producing cells.
4. Lab Processing
An embryologist immediately processes the tissue in the operating room to confirm the presence of viable sperm for IVF/ICSI.
Why Choose Dr. Athar Hameed?
Micro-TESE offers a significantly higher sperm retrieval rate (up to 60%) compared to traditional blind biopsies, while causing vastly less damage to the testicle. It is the absolute gold standard for Azoospermia.