Can ultrasound stiffness tests predict fertility?

NCT ID NCT06816381

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Reproductive Medicine Associates of New Jersey Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study uses a special ultrasound technique called shear wave elastography to measure how stiff the uterus, cervix, and ovaries are in women with and without fertility problems. Researchers will track changes across the menstrual cycle in 40 women to establish normal ranges. The goal is to see if tissue stiffness can help diagnose infertility or predict treatment 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 could help doctors use ultrasound to better diagnose fertility issues or predict IVF success.
What could go wrong: This is a very small pilot study (40 people) that only measures tissue stiffness—it does not test any treatment. The findings may not lead to a practical diagnostic tool.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

infertility disorder

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

INFERTILITY (IVF PATIENTS) INFERTILITY ASSISTED REPRODUCTIVE TECHNOLOGY

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Basking Ridge, New Jersey, 07920, United States

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