NCT01669291

Brief Summary

The purpose of this study is to determine if utilizing GnRH antagonists versus agonist long protocol during controlled ovarian stimulation (COH) with human-derived gonadotropins for assisted reproduction affects IVF outcome, peak estradiol level, and duration of stimulation.

Trial Health

87
On Track

Trial Health Score

Automated assessment based on enrollment pace, timeline, and geographic reach

Enrollment
43

participants targeted

Target at P25-P50 for not_applicable

Timeline
Completed

Started Jul 2012

Typical duration for not_applicable

Geographic Reach
1 country

1 active site

Status
completed

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Study Timeline

Key milestones and dates

Study Start

First participant enrolled

July 1, 2012

Completed
1 month until next milestone

First Submitted

Initial submission to the registry

August 9, 2012

Completed
12 days until next milestone

First Posted

Study publicly available on registry

August 21, 2012

Completed
1.7 years until next milestone

Primary Completion

Last participant's last visit for primary outcome

May 1, 2014

Completed
Same day until next milestone

Study Completion

Last participant's last visit for all outcomes

May 1, 2014

Completed
Last Updated

June 4, 2014

Status Verified

June 1, 2014

Enrollment Period

1.8 years

First QC Date

August 9, 2012

Last Update Submit

June 3, 2014

Conditions

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

  • To determine if COH in IVF patients using Bravelle & Menopur with antagonists results in improved or equal IVF results compared to patients using agonist.

    One year

Secondary Outcomes (2)

  • To determined if COH in IVF patients using Bravelle & Menopur with antagonists results in lower peak estradiol levels compared to agonist

    One year

  • To determine if COH patients using Bravelle & Menopur with antagonist antagonists results inn shorter period of stimulation compared with agonist.

    One year

Study Arms (2)

Bravelle & Menopur Agonist Long Protocol

ACTIVE COMPARATOR

Patients will use an LH agonist (Lupron) starting on day 18 of the oral contraceptive pill (OCP), 5 units b.i.d. followed by 5 units q.d. beginning on day one of stimulation medications. The 5 units q.d. dose will continue until the day of hCG administration.Patients will administer Bravelle and Menopur for ovarian stimulation.

Drug: Bravelle and MenopurDrug: Agonist

Bravelle & Menopur Antagonist Protocol

ACTIVE COMPARATOR

Patients will complete standard dose of oral contraceptive pill (OCP) and will then administer GnRH antagonist (ganirelix acetate or cetrorelix acetate) 0.25 mg q.d. during the stimulation phase when the lead follicle size reaches 12mm. The antagonist will continue until the day of hCG administration. Patients will administer Bravelle and Menopur for ovarian stimulation.

Drug: Bravelle and MenopurDrug: Antagonist

Interventions

Bravelle and Menopur are used for controlled ovarian stimulation (COH)

Bravelle & Menopur Agonist Long ProtocolBravelle & Menopur Antagonist Protocol

Agonist (Lupron) is used to suppress endogenous pituitary LH for the premature LH surges.

Also known as: Leuprolide Acetate, Lupron
Bravelle & Menopur Agonist Long Protocol

Ganirelix acetate or cetrorelix acetate Agonist is used to suppress endogenous pituitary LH for the premature LH surges.

Also known as: ganirelix acetate, cetrorelix acetate
Bravelle & Menopur Antagonist Protocol

Eligibility Criteria

Age21 Years - 40 Years
Sexfemale
Healthy VolunteersYes
Age GroupsAdult (18-64)

You may qualify if:

  • Ages 21-40 (inclusive up to 41)
  • Day 2-4 FSH \< or equal to 10
  • Antimullerian Hormone (AMH) greater than or equal to 1.0
  • Between 5 and 20 antral follicles on day 2-4
  • Body Mass Index (BMI)\>or equal to 18 and \< or equal to 32

You may not qualify if:

  • Smokers
  • Polycystic Ovarian Disease
  • Endometriosis greater than Stage I
  • Testicular aspirated sperm

Contact the study team to confirm eligibility.

Sponsors & Collaborators

Study Sites (1)

Main Line Fertility Center

Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, 19010, United States

Location

Related Publications (4)

  • Ludwig, Michael. GnRH antagonists. Textbook of Assisted Reproductive Technologies - Laboratory and Clinical Perspectives. Third edition. Edited by Gardner, D, Weissman, A, Howles, C, Shoham, Z. 2009: 539-552.

    BACKGROUND
  • Ludwig M, Katalinic A, Diedrich K. Use of GnRH antagonists in ovarian stimulation for assisted reproductive technologies compared to the long protocol. Meta-analysis. Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2001 Nov;265(4):175-82. doi: 10.1007/s00404-001-0267-2.

    PMID: 11789740BACKGROUND
  • Fluker M, Grifo J, Leader A, Levy M, Meldrum D, Muasher SJ, Rinehart J, Rosenwaks Z, Scott RT Jr, Schoolcraft W, Shapiro DB; North American Ganirelix Study Group. Efficacy and safety of ganirelix acetate versus leuprolide acetate in women undergoing controlled ovarian hyperstimulation. Fertil Steril. 2001 Jan;75(1):38-45. doi: 10.1016/s0015-0282(00)01638-1.

    PMID: 11163814BACKGROUND
  • Ludwig M, Felberbaum RE, Devroey P, Albano C, Riethmuller-Winzen H, Schuler A, Engel W, Diedrich K. Significant reduction of the incidence of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) by using the LHRH antagonist Cetrorelix (Cetrotide) in controlled ovarian stimulation for assisted reproduction. Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2000 Jul;264(1):29-32. doi: 10.1007/pl00007479.

    PMID: 10985616BACKGROUND

MeSH Terms

Interventions

UrofollitropinMenotropinsLeuprolideganirelixcetrorelix

Intervention Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Gonadotropins, PituitaryGonadotropinsPeptide HormonesHormonesHormones, Hormone Substitutes, and Hormone AntagonistsPituitary Hormones, AnteriorPituitary HormonesPeptidesAmino Acids, Peptides, and ProteinsBiological ProductsComplex MixturesGonadotropin-Releasing HormonePituitary Hormone-Releasing HormonesHypothalamic HormonesNeuropeptidesOligopeptidesNerve Tissue ProteinsProteins

Study Officials

  • Michael J Glassner, M.D.

    Main Line Fertility Center

    PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
  • Sharon H. Anderson, Ph.D

    Main Line Fertility Center

    STUDY DIRECTOR

Study Design

Study Type
interventional
Phase
not applicable
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Masking
NONE
Purpose
TREATMENT
Intervention Model
SINGLE GROUP
Sponsor Type
OTHER
Responsible Party
SPONSOR

Study Record Dates

First Submitted

August 9, 2012

First Posted

August 21, 2012

Study Start

July 1, 2012

Primary Completion

May 1, 2014

Study Completion

May 1, 2014

Last Updated

June 4, 2014

Record last verified: 2014-06

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