Web-based education for women undergoing infertility treatment
The Level of Infertility Distress and Fertility Readiness of Women Receiving Web-Based Education on the Treatment Process: A Randomised Controlled Study
This study is testing if online education can help women going through IUI treatment feel more informed and less stressed about their infertility journey.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 90 (estimated) |
| Ages | 23 Years to 40 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Duzce University Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Center, Düzce and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06659497 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the impact of web-based education on women undergoing Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) treatment. It focuses on enhancing the knowledge and readiness of patients regarding their infertility treatment process, which is often accompanied by psychological stress. By providing structured online training, the study seeks to improve the patients' coping mechanisms and overall treatment experience. The approach involves a randomized controlled experimental design to assess the effectiveness of this educational intervention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are women with primary infertility who are scheduled to undergo Controlled Ovarian Hyperstimulation (COH) as part of their IUI treatment.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing COH for IUI or those with chronic or psychiatric diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could significantly reduce the psychological distress associated with infertility and improve treatment outcomes for women undergoing IUI.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown that educational interventions can positively impact patient outcomes in infertility treatments, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Those who applied to Düzce University Health Application and Research Center Infertility Polyclinic between 15.03.2024-15.08.2024, * Primary infertility, * Those who are planned to use Controlled Ovarian Hyperstimulation (COH) in intrauterine insemination (IUI) treatment, * Those who have the equipment (mobile phone, computer, tablet, internet, etc.) to access web-based education, * Those who do not have a chronic disease, * Those who do not have a diagnosed psychiatric disease, * Those who agree to participate in the study, * Those who have the ability to understand and comprehend the questionnaires Exclusion Criteria: * Those who are not planned to use Controlled Ovarian Hyperstimulation (COH) in intrauterine insemination (IUI), * Those who give up on treatment, * Those who have 3 or more graff follicle development on the day of insemination (treatment cancellation), * Those who have 1 million or less sperm obtained on the day of insemination (treatment cancellation)
Where this trial is running
Center, Düzce and 1 other locations
- Duzce University — Center, Düzce, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
- Duzce University — Düzce, Konuralp, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Hilal Karadeniz
- Email: hilalkaradeniz1993@hotmail.com
- Phone: 05386924993
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.