Deep endometriosis: surgery vs. IVF in fertility showdown
NCT ID NCT04610710
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compared two approaches for women with deep endometriosis who want to get pregnant: surgery to remove endometriosis or fertility treatment (IVF). Researchers planned to track pregnancy and live birth rates. The trial was stopped early after enrolling 38 women, so the results are limited and may not give a clear answer.
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 help doctors and patients choose the best first step—surgery or IVF—to improve pregnancy chances in deep endometriosis.
What could go wrong
The trial was terminated early with only 38 participants, so results are limited. It may not provide clear answers, and individual outcomes vary.
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Conditions
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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
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Locations
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Aarhus University Hospital
Aarhus N, Central Region, 8200, Denmark
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Horsens Regional Hospital
Horsens, Central Region, 8700, Denmark
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The Endometriosis Center, Clinique Tivoli-Ducos
Bordeaux, France