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5349767 
Journal Article 
A propos d'un cas de sterilite reversible par intoxication chronique probable au lindane. [A case of reversible sterility probably due to intoxication by lindane.] 
Cranz, C; Clavert, A; Dellenbach, P 
1981 
9 
6 
421-423 
French 
PESTAB. A farmer and his wife were seen at a consultation for sterility. The volume of the ejaculate and spermatozoa concentration were normal; asthenospermia (5% of the spermatozoa having normal motility), necrospermia (60% dead spermatozoa dead), and teratospermia (60% abnormal spermatozoa) were found. The necrospermia was suspected to be due to the action of a toxic substance on the epididymis. Erythroderma of the hands and forearms following the handling of pesticides without protective means was also observed in the husband. The insecticide used consisted of 15% magnesium silicate, 15% methoxyethyl magnesium, 40% lindane, and 30% anthraquinone. The insecticide exposure was regular during the period from April to November. The use of gloves and mask, and thorough washing of the exposed skin areas after insecticide application, were recommended. Pregnancy occurred several months after the introduction of these protective measures. Examinations performed 1 mo after the beginning of the pregnancy showed the complete disappearance of necrospermia, 20% spermatozoa of good motiliy and quality, but persisting teratospermia.