Fish oil supplementation to improve sperm quality in men

Is this trial a fit for you?

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 effects of fish oil supplementation on sperm quality in men with poor semen parameters. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either fish oil capsules or a placebo for a duration of three months. Sperm samples will be collected at the beginning and end of the study to assess changes in quality. The study employs a double-blind design to ensure unbiased results, with both participants and assessors unaware of the treatment assignments.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Men aged 18-55
2. Referred for or claiming a semen analysis.
3. Willing to have at least 2 days abstinence of sexual activity prior to a sperm sample being taken.
4. Reduced semen quality defined as:

   • Progressive motility: \<30%
5. Willing to refrain from omega-3/cod liver oil supplementation during the study. Use of other supplements is allowed.

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Exclusion Criteria:

1. Known allergy to fish products
2. Historically, known, or suspected bacterial infection in reproductive organs
3. Varicocele suspected from physical examination
4. Azoospermia
5. Diagnosis of diabetes (type 2)
6. Diagnosis of Crohn´s Disease
7. Inferior semen quality due to medical reasons, such as cryptorchidism (via questionnaire/medical records) -

Where it's running

• Medicus Group AS
  Oslo, Norway Recruiting

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.