Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Men Suffering From Infertility Due to Oligospermia.
Oligospermia
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Oligospermia
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Age above 21 years At least two sperm examination showing oligospermia (<15·106 sperm/mL) Diagnosis of idiopathic oligospermia. Subject willing and able to read, understand and sign an informed consent Exclusion Criteria: Inability to attend scheduled clinic visits and/or comply with the study protocol Active malignancy Previous treatment with chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy Substance use at baseline Severe or unstable physical disorders or major cognitive deficits at baseline HBOT for any reason prior to study enrolment Chest pathology incompatible with pressure changes (including moderate to severe asthma) Ear or Sinus pathology incompatible with pressure changes Chronic disease like diabetes mellitus, ischemic heart disease etc. Active smoking
Sites / Locations
- The Sagol Center for Hyperbaric Medicine and Research Shamir Medical Center (Assaf Harofeh)Recruiting
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Experimental
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy active arm
The protocol comprises of 60 consecutive hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) sessions, 5 sessions per week within a three months' period.