New study creates ovarian tissue databank to unlock fertility secrets
NCT ID NCT05440617
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 29, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study collects and stores ovarian tissue from females aged 4 to 35 who choose to freeze a sample before cancer treatment that could harm their fertility. Researchers will also gather medical data and annual surveys for up to 30 years. The goal is to build a national database to better understand ovarian function and long-term reproductive health outcomes.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this databank could improve understanding of ovarian function and help develop better fertility preservation methods for cancer patients.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It collects data and tissue for research, so there is no direct benefit to participants. Results may take decades to yield practical insights.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
RECRUITINGBethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States
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