A systematic review of the effect of COVID-19 on semen parameters.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objectives

Since the outbreak of COVID-19, more and more studies have proved that it has an impact on the male reproductive system. The purpose of this article is to investigate the effects of COVID-19 on male semen parameters, further analyze the incidence and risk factors of diseases related to semen parameters, and put forward to corresponding preventive measures.

Methods

Retrieved from PubMed, Embase, The Cochrane Library, Web of Science, Clinicaltrails, CNKI, CBM, Wanfang Database and VIP to collect research on the effects of COVID-19 on the male reproductive system. The literature search was conducted until January 2022. In strict accordance with the inclusion and exclusion criteria, two researchers independently screened the literature and comprehensive

SUBMITTER: Lan X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10033148 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature