TESA and PESA are sperm retrieval techniques for males with low sperm production or problems with infertility. This procedure is usually performed by a trained IVF specialist who will perform the procedure under local anaesthesia or general anaesthesia.
Sperm retrievals are typically performed on the day of egg retrieval. Testicular sperm aspiration (TESA), percutaneous sperm aspiration (PESA), and testicular sperm extraction (TESE) are the sperm retrieval techniques used in IVF treatments.
At Rhea IVF and Women’s Hospitals, we have compiled the best team of IVF specialists who are determined to help you in any way they can. To ensure your comfort, safety, and confidentiality, this procedure is usually performed under the guidance of trained specialists and nurses in a safe and secure environment.
TESE is usually performed under local anaesthesia but can be performed in the clinic too. Patients who cryopreserve their sperm usually take up this procedure for future IVF or ICSI.
Typically, it is performed on males with no sperm found in the sperm analysis.
Both TESA and PESA are usually carried out in conjunction with ICSI to give the sperm the best possible chance of fertilising the egg. The procedure is carried out mostly on the day of egg collection or shortly before the IVF cycle. Most of the sperm is frozen until it is needed.
The friendly and professional team at Rhea Fertility Centre is happy to answer any other questions you may have about these procedures.
To know more about which sperm retrieval procedure is best suited for you, consult Dr Shanmugavadivu for more information.
