Building a cohort for monitoring patients using ovarian tissue autografts

Constitution of a Cohort for Monitoring Patients Candidating for Ovarian Tissue Autograft

Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Besancon · NCT02855827

This study is trying to see how well ovarian tissue grafts work for women who have had their ovarian tissue frozen and want to restore their ovarian function.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment240 (estimated)
Ages11 Years to 43 Years
SexFemale
SponsorCentre Hospitalier Universitaire de Besancon (other)
Locations1 site (Besançon)
Trial IDNCT02855827 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to establish a cohort of patients who have undergone ovarian cryopreservation and may benefit from autografting their ovarian tissue. The study will follow these patients to evaluate their requests for ovarian tissue grafting, assess the effectiveness of the autograft technique, and monitor any residual disease risks. The cohort will also facilitate the restoration of ovarian function in eligible patients, particularly those with premature ovarian insufficiency. This observational study will provide valuable insights into the outcomes of ovarian tissue autografts.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include patients aged 11 to 43 years who have cryopreserved their ovarian tissue and have premature ovarian insufficiency.

Not a fit: Patients under 11 years or over 43 years, as well as those who refuse participation, may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance fertility preservation options for patients with ovarian function insufficiency.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with ovarian tissue autografting, indicating potential success for this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients who have cryopreserved their ovarian tissue;
* Patients with premature ovarian insufficiency;
* Patients older than 11 years (bone age) for induction of puberty;
* Patients aged from 18 to 43 years for the restoration of ovarian function;
* No objection from the patient
* Patients who have already received ovarian tissue autograft.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients aged under 11 years (bone age);
* Patients older than 43 years;
* Patients refusing to be included;
* Patients (adults) under guardianship, curators and safeguard justice

Where this trial is running

Besançon

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Ovarian Function Insufficiency

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.