For many people, the desire to have their own child is an important part of their life planning. However, in certain life situations - such as during cancer treatment or when taking certain medications - natural fertility can be severely impaired. In order to preserve the possibility of starting a family at a later date, modern reproductive medicine now offers safe and proven methods for maintaining fertility reserves. At our practice locations in Switzerland, we provide you with comprehensive advice and support on this path.
One particularly important measure in this context is the cryopreservation of sperm cells. This method makes it possible to freeze sperm cells in a special procedure and store them safely for many years. This means that the cells can be used for artificial insemination at a later date - for example after cancer treatment or drug therapy has been completed. For men who require chemotherapy, radiotherapy or surgery on the testicles or reproductive organs, this can be a crucial step in ensuring their long-term fertility. Cryopreservation is also a sensible precaution if you are planning to take medication that has been proven to impair fertility or could potentially cause genetic damage to future offspring. This includes, for example, certain medications for autoimmune diseases or chronic inflammatory diseases. The fertility reserve is therefore not only an option for oncology patients, but also for men with other underlying diseases who require treatment that may have a negative impact on sperm quality.
The procedure itself is uncomplicated and largely stress-free. After a detailed consultation and explanation, a sperm sample is provided, which is analyzed in the laboratory and frozen. The sperm cells remain in a stable state for years without their ability to fertilize being impaired. If necessary, they can be thawed again at a later date and used for assisted reproduction - for example through insemination or in vitro fertilization.
fertisuisse offers sound advice and professional implementation of cryopreservation. The focus is on the individual situation of each patient. We take the time to clarify all questions relating to fertility preservation and accompany you with the greatest possible care and discretion. Especially in an already stressful phase of life, such as that caused by cancer, it is important to have a trustworthy point of contact for questions about future family planning. If you would like to find out more about the possibilities of fertility care or would like a personal consultation, we will be happy to help you at our practice. An early consultation can be decisive in preserving your own chances of fertility - and keeping the option of becoming a parent later on open.