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A Brief Overview of Radiation-Induced Effects on Spermatogenesis and Oncofertility
| Title: | A Brief Overview of Radiation-Induced Effects on Spermatogenesis and Oncofertility |
| Authors: | Fukunaga, Hisanori Browse this author →KAKEN DB | | Yokoya, Akinari Browse this author | | Prise, Kevin M. Browse this author |
| Keywords: | adolescent | | young adult patient | | ethical | | legal | | social issue | | microbeam radiotherapy | | oncofertility | | radiation | | spermatogenesis | | transgenerational effect |
| Issue Date: | 4-Feb-2022 |
| Publisher: | MDPI |
| Journal Title: | Cancers |
| Volume: | 14 |
| Issue: | 3 |
| Start Page: | 805 |
| Publisher DOI: | 10.3390/cancers14030805 |
| Abstract: | Simple Summary Spermatogenesis is one of the most important processes for the propagation of life; however, the testes' ability to form sperm via this differentiation process is highly radiosensitive and easily impacted by exposure to environmental, occupational, or therapeutic radiation. Furthermore, the possibility that radiation effects on the gonads can be passed on from generation to generation should not be overlooked. This review focuses on the radiation-induced effects on spermatogenesis and the transgenerational effects. We also explore the potential of novel radiobiological approaches to improve male fertility preservation during radiotherapy. The genotoxicity of radiation on germ cells may be passed on to the next generation, thus its elucidation is not only a scientific issue but also an ethical, legal, and social issue in modern society. In this article, we briefly overview the effects of radiation on spermatogenesis and its associated genotoxicity, including the latest findings in the field of radiobiology. The potential role of transgenerational effects is still poorly understood, and further research in this area is desirable. Furthermore, from the perspective of oncofertility, we discuss the historical background and clinical importance of preserving male fertility during radiation treatment and the potential of microbeam radiotherapy. We hope that this review will contribute to stimulating further discussions and investigations for therapies for pediatric and adolescent/young adult patients. |
| Type: | article |
| URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/2115/84767 |
| Appears in Collections: | 環境健康科学研究教育センター (Center for Environmental and Health Sciences) > 雑誌発表論文等 (Peer-reviewed Journal Articles, etc)
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