Effects of obstructive sleep apnoea on male reproductive function
Male infertility is closely related to environmental factors,poor living habits,obesity,metabolic syndrome and chromosome abnormalities,among which obstructive sleep apnoea(OSA)is an important independent risk factor.Studies have found that the incidence of OSA is increasing year by year.As a reversible factor of male infertility,OSA should be diagnosed and treated as early as possible.This article reviews the research progress of OSA and its impact on testosterone level,erectile dysfunction,semen quality,and male infertility.It also summarizes the effects of OSA on male reproductive function and potential mechanisms.
Male infertilityMale Reproductive functionObstructive sleep apnoeaSleep deprivationIntermittent hypoxia