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NCT00317317 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · Phase 1

The Effect of Acupuncture on Infertility With In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Patients

A Phase 1 study of Infertility, sponsored by National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH).

Completed
Registry status
Phase 1
Development phase
60
Enrollment target
2
Study locations

NCT00317317 is a Phase 1 study of Infertility that has completed, run by National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH). The registered enrollment target is 60 participants, below the 7,589-participant average among 74 other Infertility trials with a reported enrollment target (99% lower). The trial reports 2 study locations across 1 state.

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The verdict

NCT00317317, a Phase 1 study of Infertility, has completed, sponsored by National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH).

COMPLETED
Registry status
Phase 1
Development phase
60 participants
Enrollment target
2
Study locations

Study Summary

Infertility is a common problem with increased incidence. In-vitro fertilization (IVF) is by far the most commonly used treatment. The success rate of IVF is still low. This study examines the effect of acupuncture on IVF pregnancy rate, as well as possible mechanisms. It is hypothesized that acupuncture can significantly increase the IVF pregnancy rate.

Conditions Studied

Infertility

Interventions

  • PROCEDURE Acupuncture

Study Locations (2)

Maryland

  • Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Dept. of OB/GYN - Baltimore
  • The GBMC Fertility Center - Baltimore

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 60 participants
Start Date 2005-10
Est. Completion 2009-11
Phase Phase 1

Sponsor

National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH)

203 total trials

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What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT00317317

The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT00317317 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as Phase 1. The registered enrollment target is 60 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect, below the 7,589-participant average among 74 other Infertility trials with a reported enrollment target (99% lower). The listed sponsor is National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), which has 203 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.

The record links to 1 condition, with Infertility appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 1 intervention - of which Acupuncture is the first listed.

NCT00317317 reports 2 study locations spanning 1 distinct geographic area - top geographies include Maryland.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT00317317 about?

NCT00317317 is a clinical study titled "The Effect of Acupuncture on Infertility With In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Patients". Infertility is a common problem with increased incidence. In-vitro fertilization (IVF) is by far the most commonly used treatment. The success rate of IVF is still low. This study examines the effect of acupuncture on IVF pregnancy rate, as well as possible mechanisms. It is hypothesized that acupun...

What is the current status of trial NCT00317317?

This trial is currently completed. It is a Phase 1 study. The enrollment target is 60 participants. The study started on 2005-10. Estimated completion is 2009-11.

What conditions does trial NCT00317317 study?

This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Infertility.

What interventions are being tested in trial NCT00317317?

The interventions under investigation include: Acupuncture (PROCEDURE).

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT00317317?

This trial is sponsored by National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), which has 203 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where is trial NCT00317317 being conducted?

This trial has 2 study locations across Maryland. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.

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