Could hidden infections harm fertility? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT05244967

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Luebeck Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study follows 533 young women aged 18-22 to track sexually transmitted infections and the makeup of bacteria in the genital tract. Researchers want to see how these factors relate to infertility over time. Participants provide self-collected vaginal swabs, and no treatment is given.

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 could reveal how STIs and the vaginal microbiome affect future fertility, pointing toward prevention strategies.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only measures associations, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not lead to direct medical changes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

sexually transmitted disease

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Klinik für Infektiologie und Mikrobiologie
RECRUITING

Lübeck, Germany

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