Autologous Hair Follicle Secretome + PRP for POI
Official title: Does the Secretome From Autologous Hair Follicle-derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells Improve Ovarian Reserve in Women With Premature Ovarian Insufficiency?
Run by Trio Fertility · NCT07916740 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This pilot study tests whether a patient’s own hair follicle secretome combined with their own platelet-rich plasma can improve ovarian function in women with premature ovarian insufficiency.
Quick facts
| Phase | Phase 2 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Ages | 25 Years to 40 Years |
| Sex | Women only |
| Enrollment | 15 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Trio Fertility Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Toronto, Ontario) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | September 11, 2025 |
| Main results expected | December 31, 2027 |
| Study ends | September 1, 2028 |
| Registry record updated | November 4, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT07916740 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Women aged 25-40 with POI, evidenced by AFC < 5, AMH < 3 pmol/L, and FSH > 30 IU/L on two occasions.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients without POI characteristics or with contraindications to the procedure may not benefit from this approach.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This is a small, single-arm study to explore whether autologous hair follicle–derived mesenchymal stem cell secretome together with autologous PRP can modulate ovarian function in POI. Participants receive the combination therapy via transvaginal injection under ultrasound guidance and are followed with serial hormone tests and ultrasound assessments. Outcomes include changes in FSH, AMH, AFC, as well as menstrual function, ovulation, and pregnancy status. The study aims to generate preliminary data on feasibility, safety, and potential ovarian response to inform future controlled trials.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could offer a novel way to support ovarian activity and fertility potential in POI using a patient’s own biological materials.
How similar studies have gone: Prior work in related autologous cell-based approaches has shown exploratory signals of ovarian activity, but this exact combination is novel and exploratory for POI.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Women aged 25-40 years. * Diagnosis of premature ovarian insufficiency (POI), defined by an antral follicle count (AFC) of fewer than 5. * Serum anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) level below 3 pmol/L. * Serum follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) level above 30 IU/L on two occasions at least one month apart. * Not receiving other medical or fertility treatments, except natural estrogen for the management of menopausal symptoms. * Able and willing to provide informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Women older than 40 years. * History of autoimmune disorders. * History of hematopoietic cell malignancies. * Medical conditions that would preclude infertility treatment or pregnancy, including HIV/AIDS, hepatitis B or C, or breast cancer. * Body mass index (BMI) greater than 40 kg/m².
Where it's running
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Trio Fertility
Toronto, Ontario, Canada Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Robert Casper, M.D. — Trio Fertility
- Study coordinator: Yasaman Sadeghi, M.Sc.
- Email: yasamans@triofertility.com
- Phone: 4165060804
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.