Cystic fibrosis, fertility and birth intervals

Fertility and Cystic Fibrosis

Although men who have CF can enjoy a normal sex life, they are almost always (in about 98% of cases) infertile due to failure of the vas deferens, the tube which carries sperm from the testis to the penis, to develop properly (Kaplan et al, 1968). The epididymis sits on top of the testis like a cap. Normally the vas deferens carries the newly made sperm to the back of the prostate gland where i...

Birth intervals and fertility decline in Africa “Birth intervals and fertility in Africa”

Male fertility in cystic fibrosis.

Infertility rates among males with cystic fibrosis (CF) approximate 97%. No information is currently available within Ireland determining an understanding of fertility issues and the best methods of information provision to this specialized group. This study aimed to determine understanding and preferred approaches to information provision on fertility issues to Irish CF males. A Descriptive St...

Cystic fibrosis and the month of birth.

Sexuality, Fertility and Cystic Fibrosis: Information for Adults