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New treatment option for Infertility
Official title Fertility Preservation Using Tamoxifen and Letrozole in Estrogen Sensitive Tumors Trial
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03011684
What this study is testing
What is Tamoxifen?
Tamoxifen is an investigational medicine, given as a pill taken by mouth, being studied as a potential treatment for infertility.
Also referred to as Nolvadex, Soltamox.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- Latrogenic infertility as a result of cancer treatment has a profound effect on long-term quality of life in survivors of reproductive-age cancers. Oocyte cryopreservation prior to cancer treatment has been associated with improved quality of life, with a potential ability to reduce long-term decision-related regret in cancer survivors.
- Phase 3: a large, late-stage study
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 50, women only
You may be able to join if
- New breast cancer diagnosis
- Has not yet begun chemotherapy
- Desires to undergo ovarian stimulation and oocyte retrieval prior to cancer treatment
- Age 18 years old or greater
You likely can't join if
- Chemotherapy has already commenced or been completed
- History of recurrent breast cancer (with a prior history of chemotherapy)
- Stage IV breast cancer diagnosis (metastases remote from the breast)
- Patient's oncologist advises against the trial - in which case they can choose to receive stimulation with letrozole+gonadotropin
- Does not plan to undergo ovarian stimulation and oocyte retrieval prior to diagnosis
- Any significant concurrent disease, illness, or psychiatric disorder that would compromise patient safety or compliance, interfere with consent...
See the full eligibility criteria
- New breast cancer diagnosis
- Has not yet begun chemotherapy
- Desires to undergo ovarian stimulation and oocyte retrieval prior to cancer treatment
- Age 18 years old or greater
- Chemotherapy has already commenced or been completed
- History of recurrent breast cancer (with a prior history of chemotherapy)
- Stage IV breast cancer diagnosis (metastases remote from the breast)
- Patient's oncologist advises against the trial - in which case they can choose to receive stimulation with letrozole+gonadotropin
- Does not plan to undergo ovarian stimulation and oocyte retrieval prior to diagnosis
- Any significant concurrent disease, illness, or psychiatric disorder that would compromise patient safety or compliance, interfere with consent, study participation, follow-up, or interpretation of study results
- Age less than 18 years old
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- San Francisco, California, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years to 50 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include San Francisco, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.