Testicular Tissue Freezing for Fertility Preservation
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial stores testicular tissue before certain medical treatments that could cause permanent infertility. It may help preserve your chance of having biological children in the future.
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Who can take part
- You are male, any age.
- You are scheduled for treatment (like chemotherapy, radiation, or testicle removal) that could permanently damage your fertility.
- You have not already received treatment that is likely to cause complete and permanent loss of testicular function (unless you are having a testicle removed).
- You are willing to sign a consent form and allow your health information to be used.
- You are willing to have blood tests for infectious diseases (like hepatitis and HIV).
- You have been cleared for surgery by your doctor.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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