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Isotretinoin vs hCG for Male Infertility Due to Low or Absent Sperm

This study compares two medical treatments to see how well they improve sperm production in men with infertility due to low sperm counts (oligospermia) or no sperm in the semen due to non-obstructive causes (nonobstructive azoospermia). Some men with these conditions have limited nonsurgical treatment options, and current therapies do not work for everyone. Participants in this study will be adult men ages 19 to 50 who have been diagnosed with oligospermia or nonobstructive azoospermia and do not have a correctable cause for infertility. Eligible participants will be randomly assigned to receive one of two treatments for three months: oral isotretinoin taken twice daily, or human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) injections given three times per week. hCG is a standard hormonal therapy used in certain types of male infertility, while isotretinoin is being studied for its potential role in stimulating sperm production. At the start of the study, participants will have blood tests to measure reproductive hormone levels and a semen analysis. Blood tests will be repeated at one month and three months, and a repeat semen analysis will be performed at three months, which corresponds to a full cycle of sperm development. The main goal of the study is to determine whether motile (moving) sperm appear in the semen after treatment. Additional goals include measuring changes in sperm count and hormone levels, as well as monitoring medication side effects. Both study medications are FDA-approved and have known side effect profiles. Participants may or may not experience improvement in sperm production. The results of this study may help guide future treatment options for men with infertility due to low or absent sperm production.

Identifying Genome Variants in Non-Obstructive Azoospermia (NOA) or Primary Ovarian Insufficiency (POI)

Background: Infertility affects 1 in 6 people. Often, the causes of infertility are unknown. Treatments are successful in only about 50% of cases. Infertility caused by non obstructive azoospermia in males and primary ovarian insufficiency in females can have genetic causes. Researchers want to learn more about these genes. Objective: To identify genes that may cause infertility. Eligibility: Adult men and women with non-obstructive azoospermia (NOA) or primary ovarian insufficiency (POI) of unknown cause. Design: Participants will provide a saliva sample. A kit will be sent to their home. The kit will contain a collection tube and a cotton swab. They will swirl the swab inside their mouth and then seal it in the tube. They will mail the tube back to the researchers. Male participants who are having a procedure done to collect tissue from their testes may opt to have leftover tissue provided to study researchers. This tissue would otherwise have been discarded. No new procedures will be performed just for this study. Data may be collected from participants medical records.

Efficacy and Safety Study of Products Based on Tribulus Terrestris, L. in Men With Oligospermia

Efficacy and Safety of Products Based on Tribulus terrestris, L. in Men with Oligospermia. It is expected that the benefits of investigational products outweigh the risks that will be mitigated or carefully managed by the study team.

Study of Tolerability, Safety, Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacodynamics and Preliminary Efficacy of the Medicinal Product MediReg®

The study is open to patients with severe forms of male infertility (non-obstructive disorders of spermatogenesis, including azoospermia). The Phase I/II clinical trial is being conducted at the Lomonosov Moscow State University and is aimed at studying the efficacy and safety of the innovative drug "MediReg® (Human Mesenchymal Stromal Cell Secretome)", lyophilizate for preparation of solution for injection, 1.0 ml/dose for treatment of male infertility. The study was approved by the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation. The study is planned to include men aged 21 to 60 years with severe spermatogenesis disorders manifested as severe oligoasthenoteratozoospermia (OAT), non-obstructive azoospermia, high sperm DNA fragmentation (30% and more) and faced with the inability to conceive, including with the help of assisted reproductive technologies within 12 months from the date of diagnosis The aim of the therapy is to improve the spermogram indicators in order to increase the chances of successful use of assisted reproductive technologies. The drug is injected once under the protein sheath of both testicles. Observation in 1 week after the drug administration is carried out in hospital. Follow-up is performed by outpatient visits to the research center. The clinical trial is planned to enroll at least 80 adult patients aged 21 to 60 years with severe spermatogenesis disorders The study will include 3 periods:Screening Period - Day -15...0. , Period of study drug administration and inpatient follow-up - Day 1 through Day 7., Follow-up period - through Day 90. The total duration of participation in the study, including the screening period and the follow-up period, will not exceed 119 days. After the end of the study period, the study will be followed up for 1 year to record delayed adverse events.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Men Suffering From Infertility Due to Oligospermia.

Infertility in a couple is defined as the inability to achieve conception despite one year of frequent, unprotected intercourse. Infertility affects approximately 12% of couples attempting to conceive. The goal of this study is to explore the potential beneficial effect of HBOT on sperm count of infertile male due to oligospermia.