Infertility disorder
MONDO:0005047Inability to conceive for at least one year after trying and having unprotected sex. Causes of female infertility include endometriosis, fallopian tubes obstruction, and polycystic ovary syndrome. Causes of male infertility include abnormal sperm production or function, blockage of the epididymis, blockage of the ejaculatory ducts, hypospadias, exposure to pesticides, and health related issues.
Also known as: Sterile, fertility disorders, infertile, sterile, sterility, infertility
545 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 361 tagged with Infertility disorder itself.
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Browse by category →Sub-types of Infertility disorder
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Female infertility 107 trials · 162 incl. sub-types
4 sub-types
- Inherited primary ovarian failure 2 trials · 48 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Female infertility of uterine origin 9 trials
- Female infertility due to oocyte meiotic arrest 0 trials
- Female infertility due to zona pellucida defect 0 trials
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Male infertility 74 trials · 92 incl. sub-types
8 sub-types
- Azoospermia 25 trials
- Oligospermia 20 trials
- Spermatogenic failure 1 trial · 12 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Oligoasthenoteratozoospermia 11 trials
- Partial chromosome Y deletion 0 trials · 5 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Male infertility with teratozoospermia due to single gene mutation 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Infertility due to extratesticular cause 0 trials
- Male infertility due to acephalic spermatozoa 0 trials
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Pregnancy loss, recurrent, 4 14 trials
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SYCE1-related gametogenic failure 0 trials
2 sub-types
- Premature ovarian failure 12 0 trials
- Spermatogenic failure 15 0 trials
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Inherited oocyte maturation defect 0 trials
24 sub-types
- Female infertility due to zona pellucida defect 0 trials
- Oocyte maturation defect 10 0 trials
- Oocyte maturation defect 11 0 trials
- Oocyte maturation defect 12 0 trials
- Oocyte maturation defect 13 0 trials
- Oocyte maturation defect 14 0 trials
- Oocyte maturation defect 2 0 trials
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- Oocyte maturation defect 5 0 trials
- Oocyte maturation defect 6 0 trials
- Oocyte maturation defect 7 0 trials
- Oocyte maturation defect 8 0 trials
- Oocyte maturation defect 9 0 trials
- Oocyte/zygote/embryo maturation arrest 16 0 trials
- Oocyte/zygote/embryo maturation arrest 17 0 trials
- Oocyte/zygote/embryo maturation arrest 18 0 trials
- Oocyte/zygote/embryo maturation arrest 19 0 trials
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- Oocyte/zygote/embryo maturation arrest 24 0 trials
- Oocyte/zygote/embryo maturation arrest 25 0 trials
Most studied deeper sub-types
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Can a slight dose change boost IVF embryo success?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a higher starting dose of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) improves embryo development in women undergoing IVF. Participants with good fertility prognosis are randomly assigned to receive either 225 IU or 300 IU of FSH daily during ovarian stimulation. …
Sponsor: Vietnam Military Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can tiny electric acupuncture needles help women with low egg reserve conceive?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether electro-thumbtack needle (ETN) therapy, a form of acupuncture with mild electrical stimulation, can improve the live birth rate in women with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR) undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF). About 406 women with DOR will be random…
Sponsor: Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A pill instead of a needle? new IVF trial tests drospirenone for women with low ovarian reserve
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot trial tests whether a daily drospirenone pill can replace standard daily injections during ovarian stimulation for women with poor ovarian reserve undergoing IVF. Participants take either drospirenone or the usual injection alongside their fertility hormones, then have…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Ahmed Saad • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A Hormone's hidden power: could progesterone be the key to unexplained infertility?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial investigates whether taking progesterone during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle can increase the chance of a live birth for couples with unexplained infertility. Participants take either progesterone or a placebo twice daily for up to six months while t…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Simone Broer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple hormone dose shift boost embryo quality in older IVF patients?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests two different daily doses of fertility hormones (follitropin-delta and menotropin) during ovarian stimulation for IVF in women aged 35 and older. The goal is to see which dosing strategy leads to more good-quality embryos. The study involves 240 women with normal…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Fundacion Dexeus • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Surgery for enlarged scrotum veins may boost sperm health by reducing immature cells
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how surgery to fix varicocele—enlarged veins in the scrotum—affects the number of immature sperm cells in semen. Infertile men aged 20 to 45 with varicocele will have a microsurgical procedure to tie off the abnormal veins. Their semen will be tested before su…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New sperm prep method aims to boost IVF success
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new way to prepare sperm for in vitro fertilization (IVF) called HyperSperm. It compares the safety and effectiveness of this method to standard sperm preparation. The trial will involve 202 couples undergoing IVF and will measure how many embryos are healthy (…
Sponsor: Fecundis Lab SL • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massage therapy could boost sperm quality in men with varicocele
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a type of abdominal massage called visceral osteopathic manual therapy can improve sperm quality and blood flow in men with varicocele, a condition where veins in the scrotum become enlarged and can cause infertility. Thirty-two men aged 18-45 will either…
Sponsor: Ankara Yildirim Beyazıt University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Could a protein boost make a PCOS supplement work better?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares myo-inositol alone versus myo-inositol plus alpha-lactalbumin in 82 women with PCOS who want to conceive. Over 12 weeks, researchers will track pregnancy rates, menstrual regularity, and metabolic changes. The goal is to see if adding alpha-lactalbumin improve…
Sponsor: Quaid-e-Azam Medical College • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Could a blood spin help you get pregnant? new trial tests PRP in IUI
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether mixing a woman's own platelet-rich plasma (PRP) with her partner's sperm before intrauterine insemination (IUI) can increase pregnancy rates. About 288 women with infertility will be randomly assigned to receive either standard IUI or IUI with PRP-treated…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Fibroid removal before IVF: a Game-Changer for fertility?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether surgically removing uterine fibroids (myomectomy) before in vitro fertilization (IVF) helps women with infertility have a baby. About 792 women aged 20-39 with fibroids 4-6 cm that do not distort the uterine cavity will be randomly assigned to either h…
Sponsor: Peking Union Medical College Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Could extra doses of a hormone boost IVF success for high responders?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares giving three doses of a GnRH agonist (triptorelin) versus the usual single dose to trigger ovulation in women who produce many eggs during IVF. The goal is to see if multiple doses lead to more mature eggs and higher pregnancy rates. The trial plans to enroll …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Bedaya Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New ovulation trigger could boost IVF success
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a modified dual trigger (a mix of HCG and two doses of a GnRH agonist) works better than the standard HCG trigger for ovulation in women undergoing IVF. About 196 women with normal egg reserves will participate. The goal is to see if the new method improv…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Bedaya Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Double trigger may boost IVF success for women with poor ovarian response
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving two medications (a GnRH agonist and HCG) instead of just HCG can help women with low ovarian response produce more mature eggs for IVF. About 164 women will be randomly assigned to receive either the double trigger or the standard HCG trigger. The …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Bedaya Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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AI and DNA test may boost IVF success for older women
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares a new method that combines a non-invasive genetic test (NICS) with artificial intelligence (AI) against the standard way of picking embryos by looks alone. It includes 520 women aged 35-43 or with a history of recurrent miscarriage who are doing IVF. The goal …
Sponsor: Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can a simple supplement help men fight HPV?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a daily dietary supplement containing EGCG (from green tea), vitamin B12, hyaluronic acid, and folic acid can help men with HPV maintain genital health and possibly clear the virus. The trial will include 96 participants (48 couples) and compare those tak…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Can an ancient herbal remedy boost IVF pregnancy rates?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis clinical trial tests whether a traditional Chinese herbal formula, Bushen Tongzhi, can improve pregnancy rates in women with diminished ovarian reserve who are undergoing IVF. About 348 women aged 22-39 will take either the herbal granules or a placebo three times daily for …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Peking Union Medical College Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Can a daily supplement help men clear HPV and boost fertility?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether a daily dietary supplement containing EGCG, folic acid, vitamin B12, and hyaluronic acid can help men clear an active HPV infection and improve sperm health. The study involves 34 couples trying to conceive, where the male partner has HPV and the fe…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Ancient herbs meet modern medicine in new fertility trial for women with low egg reserve
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 3 trial will test whether adding a traditional Chinese herbal formula to the standard fertility drug letrozole can improve natural pregnancy rates in women aged 22–39 with diminished ovarian reserve (low egg supply). The study plans to enroll 320 women who will receive…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Peking Union Medical College Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Fertility showdown: ICSI vs IVF – which works better?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two common fertility treatments—ICSI and IVF—to see which one helps couples with unexplained infertility have a baby. About 848 couples in China will be randomly assigned to one treatment. The main goal is to find out which method leads to more live births.…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Could a blood spin boost baby chances? new trial tests PRP in IUI
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether mixing a woman's own platelet-rich plasma (PRP) with her partner's sperm before intrauterine insemination (IUI) can increase the chance of pregnancy. About 288 women with infertility will be randomly assigned to receive either PRP-treated sperm or standar…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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New study tests which sperm selection tool boosts IVF success
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will compare two advanced sperm selection techniques—PICSI and the ZyMot device—used during ICSI (a type of IVF). The goal is to see which method leads to more pregnancies. 300 couples will take part, with women aged 20-39. The results could help fertility clinics choo…
Sponsor: Sunrise Fertility Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Could immune cells from your own body help you carry a baby?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a woman's own immune cells, turned into decidual-like NK cells in a lab and then placed back into her uterus, can improve pregnancy chances. It includes 159 women with abnormal uterine NK cells and a history of reproductive failure. The main goal is to se…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: The Affiliated Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Could a simple ultrasound replace blood tests for fertility?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether a new ultrasound technique, called shear wave elastography, can measure ovarian stiffness as a marker of fertility. Researchers will compare this stiffness measurement with standard hormone levels and ultrasound findings in women aged 18 to 45. The goa…
Sponsor: Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi Gazi Yasargil Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New AI tool could revolutionize male fertility testing for IVF
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study aims to develop and validate an artificial intelligence tool that analyzes sperm quality using microfluidic technology. Researchers will test the tool on 200 men undergoing IVF or artificial insemination. The goal is to provide a more accurate, standardized diagnosis a…
Sponsor: Instituto Valenciano de Infertilidad, IVI VALENCIA • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Lifestyle makeover may stave off early fertility decline, new trial hopes to prove
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a 12-week program of diet changes, supplements, exercise, and better sleep can improve fertility scores in women aged 20-40 who show early signs of fertility decline. Researchers will enroll 384 women across six medical centers in China, using the OvaRePr…
Sponsor: Peking University Third Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Can virtual reality goggles take the sting out of a fertility procedure?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingResearchers are testing whether virtual reality goggles can reduce pain, anxiety, and stress during hysterosalpingo-foam sonography (HyFoSy), an ultrasound exam that checks the uterus and whether the fallopian tubes are open. The study enrolls 68 women aged 18 and older who are h…
Sponsor: HaEmek Medical Center, Israel • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Online Mind-Body program aims to ease infertility stress
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a web-based mind-body awareness program for women undergoing infertility treatment. The program includes education and relaxation practices over 3 sessions in 2 weeks. Researchers will measure if it improves fertility awareness and feelings of preparedness in 78 …
Sponsor: Hacettepe University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a suppository or a local block take the pain out of fertility testing?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests two pain-relief options for hysterosalpingography (HSG), an X-ray test that checks the fallopian tubes and can be painful. Researchers will compare a rectal indomethacin suppository, a lidocaine injection around the cervix, and no pain medication in 180 women age…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Balikesir University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A questionnaire to empower fertility patients — a pilot study puts it to the test
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether a Patient Empowerment Project (PEP) can improve the experience of people seeking fertility treatment. Patients complete a brief questionnaire about their sensitivities and preferences before their first visit, and clinic staff use the responses to t…
Sponsor: Inception Fertility Research Institute, LLC • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Mind over PCOS: theta healing trial targets fertility fears
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a 5-day online Theta Healing program—including meditation, visualization, and self-compassion exercises—in 142 women with PCOS. The goal is to see if it reduces fertility anxiety and improves body image compared to usual care alone. Results will be measured 6 wee…
Sponsor: Ankara Medipol University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New fertility shot studied for women over 35
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at a fertility drug called corifollitropin alfa in women aged 36 to 40 who are doing IVF. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and helps produce eggs. Researchers will track side effects and pregnancy rates over one year.
Sponsor: Changchun GeneScience Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Laser zapping may help older women get pregnant with frozen embryos
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether using a laser to thin the outer shell of a frozen embryo (called laser-assisted hatching) can help women aged 35 and older have a baby. About 916 women will be randomly assigned to receive the laser treatment or standard care. The main goal is to see i…
Sponsor: Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Fertility boost? gamified lifestyle program aims to empower women during IVF
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a gamified healthy lifestyle training program can help women going through fertility treatments (like IVF) adopt healthier habits and feel more in control. About 105 women will be split into three groups: one gets the game-like program plus a booklet, …
Sponsor: Marmara University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can lidocaine or magnesium keep heart rate steady after anesthesia?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether intravenous lidocaine or magnesium sulfate can better stabilize blood pressure and heart rate as women wake up from general anesthesia during infertility-related laparoscopic surgery. Sixty-nine women will be randomly assigned to receive one of the two dr…
Sponsor: Zagazig University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Can Platelet-Rich plasma supercharge sperm? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding pure platelet-rich plasma (P-PRP) to sperm samples can improve sperm movement (motility) in a lab. Researchers will first standardize how to make P-PRP, then compare sperm quality after 24 hours with and without P-PRP. The trial involves 248 partic…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Mindfulness may ease pregnancy stress for women after infertility treatment
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a 4-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program can lower stress, improve pregnancy adjustment, and reduce anxiety about the baby's health in women who became pregnant after infertility treatment. Forty-four pregnant women will be split into tw…
Sponsor: Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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The hidden handshake that decides whether an embryo implants
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingResearchers want to understand why most IVF embryo transfers fail to implant and what goes wrong in pregnancies complicated by preeclampsia. They will collect small tissue samples from the womb lining of up to 500 women aged 18 to 50 who are already scheduled for a diagnostic hys…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal Creteil • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can avoiding household chemicals boost IVF success?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether teaching people practical ways to avoid everyday chemicals, like those in food packaging and cookware, can lower toxin levels in the body. Researchers will measure bisphenols and PFAS in blood, urine, and reproductive fluids of 60 IVF patients who receive…
Sponsor: Abigail Mancuso • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fertility breakthrough? education on everyday chemicals may boost sperm count
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a behavioral education program can help men with low sperm quality reduce their exposure to endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) found in everyday products. Participants complete 14 online modules over 8 weeks, and researchers measure changes in environm…
Sponsor: Million Marker Wellness, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gentler embryo test could replace risky biopsy in IVF
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new, non-invasive method to check embryos for chromosome problems before IVF transfer. Instead of taking a cell sample, researchers analyze fluid the embryo grows in. The goal is to see if this test can predict which embryos will lead to a healthy pregnancy. Th…
Sponsor: Mỹ Đức Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can 'Abnormal' embryos lead to healthy babies? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will look back at records from 92 IVF patients whose embryos came from abnormally fertilized eggs. Researchers want to see how often these embryos lead to pregnancy and live birth. The goal is to help fertility doctors make better decisions about whether to use such em…
Sponsor: Inception Fertility Research Institute, LLC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Period blood could revolutionize Women's health research
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will check if menstrual blood can give the same health information as regular blood tests, uterine biopsies, and vaginal swabs. One hundred menstruating women aged 18 and over will provide samples during their period. The goal is to see if menstrual blood is a useful, …
Sponsor: Genie Fertility Ltd • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Massive study to uncover cancer Therapy's hidden toll on fertility
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis large observational study will follow 4,000 young cancer survivors (ages 15-39) across Europe to understand how different cancer treatments impact fertility, hormone function, and pregnancy outcomes. Researchers will also evaluate the safety and success of fertility preserva…
Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Major study to uncover cancer Treatment's hidden toll on fertility
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 3,000 young women (ages 15-39) with cancer to understand how treatments like chemotherapy and immunotherapy impact their fertility, pregnancy outcomes, and quality of life. Researchers will also look at the safety and success of fertility preservation metho…
Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New study aims to predict fertility problems in young men after cancer treatment
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 1,000 young men (ages 15-39) diagnosed with cancer to understand how treatments affect their fertility and hormone levels over time. Researchers will collect medical history, semen samples, and blood tests before and after therapy to identify who is at risk for…
Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can men still become dads after cancer? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will survey about 950 men who stored sperm at a French fertility center before cancer treatment between 2010 and 2024. Researchers want to know how many later became fathers, whether naturally or with medical help, and if they used their frozen sperm. The goal is to be…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Microplastics in your body linked to fertility troubles?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will measure microplastics in semen, follicular fluid, and other samples from 1000 men and women seeking fertility treatment. Researchers will check if higher microplastic levels are linked to lower pregnancy rates and poorer egg or sperm quality. The goal is to better…
Sponsor: University of Kragujevac • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Can Lab-Made ovarian cells rescue immature eggs? new trial aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether co-culturing immature human eggs with lab-grown ovarian support cells (made from stem cells) helps them mature in the lab. About 100 women undergoing IVF will donate leftover immature eggs, which will be split into two groups: one with standard lab matura…
Sponsor: Hung Vuong Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Could IVF raise heart risks? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will check the heart and blood vessel health of 120 women, some planning pregnancy naturally and some after IVF for infertility. Researchers want to see if infertility or IVF treatments are linked to higher heart disease risk. The goal is to learn how to run a larger s…
Sponsor: University of Manchester • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New embryo genetic test aims to cut miscarriages and birth defects
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test an upgraded genetic test (PGT-A upgrade) on embryos from 1,700 IVF patients across multiple countries. The test looks for a wider range of chromosomal issues than standard tests. Researchers hope this will help select healthier embryos, reducing the chance of…
Sponsor: Reproductive & Genetic Hospital of CITIC-Xiangya • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New study seeks to help PCD patients navigate fertility and pregnancy
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study works with patients and healthcare professionals to create educational resources about fertility and pregnancy for people with Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD). The goal is to develop a patient-friendly guide and a toolkit for doctors. The study will involve 30 partici…
Sponsor: University of Southampton • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Tiny blood test could unlock IVF pregnancy dangers
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at a hormone called relaxin in women who get pregnant through IVF. Researchers want to see if relaxin levels differ between fresh and frozen embryo transfers, and if low levels are linked to pregnancy complications. 60 first-time mothers will give an extra blood …
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New study to review egg donor experiences after french law change
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks back at the egg donation process at Nancy University Hospital since France updated its bioethics laws in 2021. Researchers will review the records of about 60 women who started the donation process to see how many completed it and what helped or hindered them. Th…
Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Discarded embryos hold clues to better IVF success
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study looks at embryos from IVF that are not used for pregnancy to find molecular patterns related to embryo quality. Researchers hope to learn why some embryos are healthy and others are not, which could improve future fertility treatments. About 150 patients …
Sponsor: Igenomix • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Ink and infertility: could your tattoo impact IVF?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether having a tattoo affects the chances of getting pregnant through IVF. Researchers will compare pregnancy rates in women with and without tattoos who are undergoing embryo transfer. The goal is to see if tattoo size, duration, or ink color play a role in…
Sponsor: McGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Could endometriosis raise colon cancer risk? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will examine tissue samples from 30 women having surgery for bowel endometriosis to see if genetic changes in the affected bowel might increase the risk of colorectal cancer. The goal is to better understand any hidden connection and improve how doctors assess cancer r…
Sponsor: University Medical Centre Ljubljana • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New study probes hidden uterine clues behind repeated miscarriages and IVF failure
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 100 women undergoing fertility treatment to understand why some experience repeated implantation failure or pregnancy loss. Researchers will compare immune cells and microbes in the uterus of affected women versus those without such history. The goal is to fin…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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IVF egg hunt: does flushing follicles boost harvest?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether rinsing (flushing) ovarian follicles during egg retrieval can increase the number of mature eggs collected for IVF. In 75 women undergoing IVF, one ovary will be flushed and the other will not, and the egg yields will be compared. The goal is to see if th…
Sponsor: Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Tiny bugs, big questions: can microbes affect infertility?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how different microbes (like bacteria and viruses) spread between couples who are having trouble getting pregnant. Researchers will collect samples from the mouth and genitals of 200 couples over two years. The goal is to understand infection risks and improve…
Sponsor: Tampere University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Infertile women face higher violence risk, new study aims to measure it
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will survey 233 married women aged 18-45 who are seeking infertility treatment in Egypt to find out how common violence is against them. Researchers want to understand if infertility makes women more likely to experience abuse. The goal is to use this information to be…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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One surgery, two goals: can removing fibroids and retrieving eggs together boost IVF success?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will test whether it is safe and effective to remove uterine fibroids and retrieve eggs in a single surgical step for infertile women aged 18–45. The researchers will track pregnancy, miscarriage, and live birth rates after frozen embryo transfer. Only 20 women w…
Sponsor: San Carlo Public Hospital, Potenza, Italy • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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New study hopes to unlock fertility clues for women with endometriosis
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at fluid and tissue samples from the uterus and ovaries of women with moderate to severe endometriosis. Researchers want to find biological markers that explain why some women with endometriosis have trouble getting pregnant. The goal is to improve fertility trea…
Sponsor: Region Stockholm • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 19:20 UTC
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AI could help IVF doctors pick the best embryo
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will analyze videos of developing embryos from 1,500 IVF cycles to see if a computer algorithm can predict which ones will successfully implant in the womb. Researchers will combine embryo growth patterns with patient health data to train the algorithm. The goal is to …
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:53 UTC