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What is the definition of Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome?
Sertoli cell-only syndrome (SCO syndrome) is a cause of male infertility. In SCO syndrome, only Sertoli cells (cells that nurture the immature sperm) line the seminiferous tubules (tubes inside the testicles where sperm develop). Therefore, there are not any sperm cells present in the seminiferous tubules. Men typically learn they are affected when being evaluated for infertility and are found to have no sperm production (azoospermia). Other signs and symptoms are rare, but in some cases there could be an underlying cause of SCO syndrome that causes other symptoms, such as Klinefelter syndrome. Most cases of SCO syndrome are idiopathic (of unknown cause), but causes may include deletions of genetic information on regions of the Y-chromosome, especially on the azoospermia factor (AZF) region of Y-chromosome. Other causes include exposure to chemicals or toxins, history of radiation therapy, and history of severe trauma. Diagnosis of SCO syndrome is confirmed with testicular biopsy.
What are the alternative names for Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome?
  • Sertoli cell-only syndrome
  • Del Castillo syndrome
  • Germinal cell aplasia
Who are the top Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome Local Doctors?
Advanced in Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome
Dr. Shahab S. Minassian
Obstetrics and Gynecology | Reproductive Medicine
Advanced in Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome
Dr. Shahab S. Minassian
Obstetrics and Gynecology | Reproductive Medicine
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Main Line Fertility-Wyomissing

2210 Ridgewood Rd, 
Wyomissing, PA 
484-258-2880
Languages Spoken:
English, Armenian
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Shahab Minassian is a Reproductive Medicine specialist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania. Dr. Minassian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infertility, Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and Endometritis. Dr. Minassian is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology.

Advanced in Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome
Dr. Mark X. Ransom
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Advanced in Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome
Dr. Mark X. Ransom
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Referral may be required

ETSU Physicians & Associates- Fertility & Women's Services

1319 Sunset Dr, Ste 103, 
Johnson City, TN 
423-439-7246
Languages Spoken:
English
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Mark Ransom is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Johnson City, Tennessee. Dr. Ransom is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infertility, Tubal Disease, Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome, and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. Dr. Ransom is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology.

 
 
 
 
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Elite in Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome
Elite in Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome
Referral may be required

New York Mens Health Medical

983 Park Ave, 
New York, NY 
833-746-5491
Languages Spoken:
English
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Peter Schlegel is a Urologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Schlegel is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome, Klinefelter Syndrome, Infertility, Vasectomy, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center