Survey reveals why transgender people choose or skip fertility preservation

NCT ID NCT07194226

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

Summary

This completed study surveyed 616 transgender adults in Italy to understand their attitudes and regrets about preserving fertility before gender-affirming treatment. Participants answered an anonymous online questionnaire about their reasons for choosing or declining fertility preservation, how much regret they feel, and what counseling or support they received. The findings aim to improve fertility-preservation advice for transgender individuals.

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 study could help doctors and counselors provide better fertility-preservation advice for transgender individuals in Italy.

What could go wrong

This is an observational survey, not a treatment trial. Results may not apply to other regions or populations.

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Locations

  • IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna

    Bologna, BO, 40138, Italy