Comparing two methods for assessing fertility in women
Official title: Is, in Infertile Women Undergoing a Basic Fertility Work-up, Tubal Flushing With Oil-based Contrast Medium During Hysterosalpingography (HSG) Cost-effective Compared to Tubal Flushing by Hysterosalpingo-foam Sonography (HyFoSy)?
Run by Amsterdam UMC, location VUmc · NCT05882188 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing whether a common fertility test using oil-based contrast can help women have more babies compared to a foam-based test.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 42 Years |
| Sex | Women only |
| Enrollment | 1102 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Amsterdam UMC, location VUmc Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Amsterdam) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | September 22, 2023 |
| Main results expected | December 1, 2026 |
| Study ends | June 1, 2027 |
| Registry record updated | April 24, 2024 |
| Trial ID | NCT05882188 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates include infertile women or those with oligo-or anovulation who require tubal patency testing.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with severe male factor infertility or known reproductive tract neoplasia may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of two methods for assessing tubal patency in women undergoing fertility work-up: hysterosalpingography (HSG) with oil-based contrast and hysterosalpingo-foam sonography (HyFoSy) with ExEm Foam. The main objective is to determine whether HSG leads to more live births compared to HyFoSy. The study is designed as a multicenter randomized controlled trial, aiming to provide insights into the safety and economic implications of both approaches. By comparing these methods, the study seeks to enhance fertility outcomes and reduce the need for expensive fertility treatments.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to higher live birth rates for women undergoing fertility assessments.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that oil-based contrast during HSG may lead to better pregnancy outcomes, but the comparison with HyFoSy is less established.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Infertile women or women with oligo-or anovulation * Indication for tubal patency testing during the fertility work-up * Sufficient understanding of the Dutch or English language * Signed informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Severe male factor with a total motile sperm count \<3x106ml (pre-washed) * Known contrast (iodine) allergy * Women who have had a gynecologic procedure within the last 30 days * Women with known or suspected reproductive tract neoplasia
Where it's running
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AmsterdamUMC
Amsterdam, Netherlands Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Danah Kamphuis, Msc
- Email: FOil@amsterdamumc.nl
- Phone: +312044444567
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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.