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Melatonin Therapy for Improving ICSI Outcomes in Women With Diminished Ovarian Reserve
Sponsor: Benha University
Summary
Diminished ovarian reserve (DOR) is a major challenge in female fertility, often leading to poor oocyte quality and low pregnancy rates during assisted reproduction. Melatonin is a potent antioxidant that may protect developing eggs from oxidative stress. This randomized clinical trial aims to evaluate whether a 4-week course of oral melatonin therapy before egg retrieval can improve the quality of oocytes and embryos, and ultimately increase pregnancy rates for women with DOR undergoing Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI). The study compares melatonin therapy against a placebo to assess its impact on follicular fluid health and clinical pregnancy success.
Official title: Preliminary Assessment of the Impact of Melatonin Therapy for Women With Diminished Ovarian Reserve on the Ovarian Reserve and the ICSI Outcomes
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
18 Years - 45 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
64
Start Date
2025-09-10
Completion Date
2026-03
Last Updated
2026-01-06
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Melatonin capsule
Participants receive 3mg of Melatonin Capsules Dosage \& Frequency: Once at night Duration: The treatment continues for 28 days
Placebo
Participants receive identical-appearing placebo capsule Dosage \& Frequency: Once at night Duration: The treatment continues for 28 days
Locations (1)
Benha university
Banhā, El Qalyoubia, Egypt