Evaluating ovarian reserve in women with multiple sclerosis

Study of Ovarian Reserve Concerning Patients With Multiple Sclerosis, Compared to a Control Group

Not applicable Interventional University Hospital, Bordeaux · NCT05754593

This study is testing if women with multiple sclerosis have different ovarian reserve compared to healthy women to see if it affects their fertility.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment160 (estimated)
Ages25 Years to 35 Years
SexFemale
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Bordeaux Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy
Locations1 site (Bordeaux)
Trial IDNCT05754593 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study aims to assess the ovarian reserve of women diagnosed with multiple sclerosis compared to a control group of healthy women aged 25 to 35. The evaluation will be conducted using Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH) levels and Antral Follicle Count (AFC) through ultrasound imaging. The study seeks to determine if multiple sclerosis negatively impacts ovarian reserve, potentially leading to fertility preservation considerations for affected patients. It is a monocentric study conducted at Pellegrin Hospital in Bordeaux.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are reproductive women aged 25 to 35 with a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis.

Not a fit: Patients with a history of ovarian surgery, endometriosis, or those who are pregnant or breastfeeding may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into fertility preservation options for women with multiple sclerosis.

How similar studies have performed: Few studies have explored ovarian reserve in multiple sclerosis, and results have been contradictory, indicating this approach is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Reproductive women between 25 and 35 years old ;
* MS Patient : Diagnosis of multiple sclerosis based on McDonald Criteria 2017;
* French-speaking, without comprehension disorders ;
* being affiliated to health insurance ;
* Willing to participate and to sign informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

* History of ovarian surgery (cystectomy, annexectomy) ;
* Turner Syndrome ;
* fragile X messenger ribonucleoprotein 1 (FMR1) premutation ;
* Endometriosis with a risk of ovarian reserve alteration ;
* History of chemotherapy or pelvic radiotherapy ;
* Pregnant or breastfeeding women ;
* patient concerned by articles L 1121-5 to L 1121-8 (persons deprived of their liberty by a judicial or administrative decision, minors, persons of legal age who are the object of a legal protection measure or unable to express their consent).

Where this trial is running

Bordeaux

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.
Conditions Multiple Sclerosismultiple sclerosisovarian reservefertilityauto-immunity
Last reviewed 2026-06-15 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.