Cancer treatment in childhood and testicular function: the importance of the somatic environment

Testicular function and future fertility may be affected by cancer treatment during childhood. Whilst survival of the germ (stem) cells is critical for ensuring the potential for fertility in these patients, the somatic cell populations also play a crucial role in providing a suitable environment to...

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Main Authors: Jan-Bernd Stukenborg, Kirsi Jahnukainen, Marsida Hutka, Rod T Mitchell
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Bioscientifica 2018-02-01
Series:Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Case Reports
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Online Access:http://www.endocrineconnections.com/content/7/2/R69.full