Glossary of terms used on this site
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| Varicocele |
A varicocele is an enlarged (varicose) vein in the scrotum. When blood pools in the dilated vein, the temperature surrounding the testicles increases, which may cause or contribute to infertility in some men.
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| Vitrification |
An alternative cryopreservation (freezing) method to traditional cryopreservation. It involves a rapid cooling method that helps to prevent formation of ice crystals that cause damage to the cell. May be used to freeze embryos and oocytes.
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