New treatment option for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
Official title Comparative Study Between HOMA1-IR and HOMA2-IR in Prediction of Ovulation Outcome in Women With PCOS
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06793904
What this study is testing
What is Aromatase inhibitor Letrozole?
Aromatase inhibitor Letrozole is an investigational medicine, given as an once-daily, being studied as a potential treatment for polycystic ovarian syndrome (pcos).
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
- 122 women diagnosed with PCOS seeking fertility in the fertility clinic at kasr Alainy hospital will be subjected to Homeostatic model assessment for insulin resistance 1 was calculated for all participants through the equation [glucose (mmol/L) × insulin (µU/L)]/22.5 while homeostatic model assessment for insulin resistance 2 was calculated by the HOMA2 calculator. All women will be subjected to induction of ovulation using the Aromatase inhibitor Letrozole 2.5 mg tab twice daily from the 3rd day of the cycle for 5 days .
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 35, women only
You may be able to join if
- Age 18-35 years
- duration of infertility 1-4 years
- PCOS
You likely can't join if
- women with other causes of infertility (tubal factor assessed by laparoscopy or hysterosalpingogram, uterine cavity abnormality assessed by...
- endometriosis,
- ovarian cysts,
- endocrinological abnormalities (Diabetes mellitus, hypothalamic, pituitary or thyroid disorders, or hyperprolactinemia),
- women with history of poor ovarian response or ovarian hyperstimulation
- women with chronic diseases, chromosomal, autoimmune or coagulation defects, abnormal leucocytic count or other inflammatory markers
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age 18-35 years
- duration of infertility 1-4 years
- PCOS
- women with other causes of infertility (tubal factor assessed by laparoscopy or hysterosalpingogram, uterine cavity abnormality assessed by ultrasound or hysteroscopy or male factor assessed by seme analysis),
- endometriosis,
- ovarian cysts,
- endocrinological abnormalities (Diabetes mellitus, hypothalamic, pituitary or thyroid disorders, or hyperprolactinemia),
- women with history of poor ovarian response or ovarian hyperstimulation
- women with chronic diseases, chromosomal, autoimmune or coagulation defects, abnormal leucocytic count or other inflammatory markers
- Women with contraindications to pregnancy.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Cairo, Egypt
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?
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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 35 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Cairo, Egypt. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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