Does the shape of the sperm affect pregnancy?

Question
My 27 years old husband underwent sperm analysis, which showed abnormal shape of the sperms. Does their shape affect pregnancy?
Expert Answer
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Abnormal shape of the sperm is called teratospermia. The most important semen parameters are motility and number of sperm. I would suggest repeating the semen analysis if the sperm concentration is found to be low, since there is a normal variability in the concentration of sperm. If these parameters are normal and only the shape is abnormal, then your husband needs to be evaluated for a varicocele (enlargement of veins around the testis). He will need to consult with a urologist to confirm whether he has this condition.