Understanding motivations and psychological aspects of gamete donation

Study of the Motivations and Psychological Aspects of Gamete Donation Candidates Following the Change in the Law on Anonymity: a National Multicenter Study

Observational University Hospital, Toulouse · NCT06014151

This study is trying to understand why new male and female gamete donors in France decide to donate and how recent changes in anonymity laws might affect their motivations and feelings about donation.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment1000 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Toulouse Academic / other
Locations1 site (Toulouse)
Trial IDNCT06014151 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to explore the motivations and psychological factors influencing new male and female candidates for gamete donation in France. It will compare the characteristics of these new donors, who are subject to a recent change in anonymity laws, with those from a previous study conducted between 2016 and 2018. Participants will complete questionnaires designed to assess their motivations, perceptions of donation, and views on infertility. The study seeks to provide insights into how changes in legislation may affect donor demographics and motivations.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals considering gamete donation at CECOS centers in France.

Not a fit: Patients who do not understand French or cannot complete the questionnaires will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of donor motivations and improve recruitment strategies for gamete donation.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies on gamete donation motivations have shown success, but this study addresses a novel context due to recent changes in anonymity laws.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* All candidate to gamete donation at the CECOS centers in France

Exclusion Criteria:

* People who do not understand French or who cannot answer a paper questionnaire or an online questionnaire

Where this trial is running

Toulouse

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 GERM CELLSsurveygamete donationmotivationspsychological aspectspersonality questionnaireNeo-Pi-Ranonymat
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