How common is Sertoli cell-only syndrome?

Epidemiology. There are no exact figures for the prevalence of this condition, but it is estimated that less than 5% to 10% of infertile men may be having Sertoli cell-only syndrome. They present with only infertility.

What is Sertoli 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.

Are sperms produced by Sertoli cells?

A Sertoli cell (a kind of sustentacular cell) is a “nurse” cell of the testicles that is part of a seminiferous tubule and helps in the process of spermatogenesis, the production of sperm.

Do Sertoli cells produce testosterone?

Sertoli cells secrete various proteins, including androgen-binding protein, as well as hormones such as inhibin and anti-Müllerian hormone (in the fetus; see Chapter 5). These cells produce enzymes that convert testosterone to estrogen and to 5α-dihydrotestosterone (DHT).

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What is the treatment for Sertoli cell-only syndrome type II?

There is not currently a known effective treatment for the condition.When no germ cells are visible in any seminiferous tubules it is considered Sertoli cell-only syndrome type I; if germ cells are present in a minority of tubules is it considered Sertoli cell-only syndrome type II.

What is the dysgenetic variant of Sertoli cells?

The dysgenetic variant is characterized by Sertoli cells with some degree of maturation, primarily of the cytoplasm. The pseudostratified nuclei do not assume the tripartite configuration of mature Sertoli cells, but have irregular outlines and sometimes have coarse chromatin granules.

What are the characteristics of the dedifferentiated Sertoli cell-only syndrome?

In the dedifferentiated variant of Sertoli cell-only syndrome , immature-appearing Sertoli cells are present in otherwise normal seminiferous tubules. Similar to the immature variant, the Sertoli cells have rounded nuclei and exhibit pseudostratification.