For men struggling with infertility due to azoospermia, the complete absence of sperm in their ejaculate, achieving fatherhood can feel like an impossible dream. Traditional surgical sperm retrieval methods, like micro-TESE (microsurgical testicular sperm extraction), while effective, involve multiple incisions in the scrotum and require general anesthesia. This can be a daunting prospect for many men, leading to treatment delays and emotional distress.