Fertility-preserving options for men
Protection of the testes from radiation therapy. In men, it is possible to shield the testes from radiation if the cancer is present in other parts of the pelvis.
Sperm cryopreservation (sperm banking). This procedure involves freezing and storing of semen for men who wish to father children later in life. It is an option for most men who have reached sexual maturity.
Testicular-tissue cryopreservation and reimplantation. This investigational option involves the removal, freezing, and storage of testicular tissue that is surgically reimplanted after cancer treatment.
Hormonal gonadoprotection. This approach uses hormone therapy to protect testicular tissue during chemotherapy or radiation therapy, and it is still investigational.
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