Fertility of males who sustained a Spinal Cord Injury

Depending on the injury level and the severity of the injury, males who sustained a spinal cord injury may experience difficulties to ejaculate. To support these males in their journey to parenthood, the main methods available are Vibroejaculation and Surgical Sperm Retrieval.

During Vibroejaculation, a strong vibrational device supports males to ejaculate. Once semen is retrieved, there are two main methods that may support a potential pregnancy, in home insemination and/or IVF (in-vitro fertilisation).

A couple should always contact a specialised health professional to have their health checked and monitored during the process, especially males living with an SCI above the level of T6 as ejaculation can trigger Autonomic Dysreflexia.

Please also refer to the Male Fertility Following SCI , the Fertility Following SCI and the Male Fertility Following SCI A Guide For Patients resources for more in-depth information.