Letrozole for ovulation induction in PCOS
Part of Cancer, Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests a longer course of letrozole to help women with PCOS ovulate and get pregnant. The goal is to see if extended therapy works better than the standard treatment.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman between 18 and 40 years old.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 18.5 and 31.
- You have been diagnosed with PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) based on at least two of these: irregular periods, signs of high male hormones, or cystic ovaries on ultrasound.
- You are actively trying to get pregnant.
- You do not have blocked fallopian tubes, severe male factor infertility, or other major hormonal or medical problems.
- You have not had breast or gynecologic cancer.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You are not allergic to letrozole.
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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