Herbal pretreatment for IVF success in women with low egg reserve
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether taking a Chinese herbal formula before and during an IVF cycle improves the chance of pregnancy in women with low egg reserve. It compares the herbal pretreatment to no herbal treatment to see if it helps more women get pregnant.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman between 22 and 39 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with low egg supply (diminished ovarian reserve) based on at least two of: a blood test, an ultrasound, or a hormone level.
- You have been trying to conceive for 12 months or more without a successful pregnancy.
- You have a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) pattern called 'Kidney Deficiency' (which the study team will confirm).
- You are scheduled for a fresh IVF or ICSI cycle (using your own eggs, not donor eggs).
- Your partner and you do not have severe genetic abnormalities, untreated uterine problems, or active infections that could affect the study.
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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