Overview
Autologous PRP intra ovarian infusion may restore ovarian function, may promote folliculogenesis and may improve patients' hormonal profile in patients presenting with POI.
Description
This triple-blind Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT) aims to investigate the effectiveness of autologous PRP intra ovarian infusion on reactivating ovarian functionality and on promoting folliculogenesis in regard to patients presenting with POI. PRP is blood plasma prepared from fresh whole blood that has been enriched with platelets. It is collected from peripheral veins and contains several growth factors such as vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), epidermal growth factor (EGF), platelet derived growth factor (PDGF), transforming growth factor (TGF) and other cytokines all of which stimulate tissue proliferation and growth. PRP has been employed in several medical conditions in Orthopedics, Dermatology, and Ophthalmology for wound healing. It's efficacy in ovarian rejuvenation and reactivation and endometrial regeneration has not been fully elucidated. This study aims to investigate the effect of autologous PRP intra ovarian infusion on restoring ovarian tissue functionality in POI patients.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- Age < 40 years, presenting with amenorrhea or menstrual cycle irregularities for at least four months, and elevated FSH levels >25 IU/L recorded on two occasions >4 weeks apart
- Normal Karyotype: 46, XX
- Discontinuation of any complementary/adjuvant treatment including hormone replacement, acupuncture, and botanotherapy, for at least three months prior to recruitment.
- Willing to comply with study requirements
Exclusion Criteria:
- Any pathological disorder related to reproductive system anatomy
- AMH > 8 pmol/L
- Endometriosis
- Adenomyosis
- Fibroids and adhesions
- Infections in reproductive system
- Current or previous diagnosis of cancer in reproductive system
- History of familiar cancer in reproductive system
- Severe male factor infertility
- Prior referral for PGT
- Ovarian inaccessibility
- Endocrinological disorders (Hypothalamus-Pituitary disorders, thyroid dysfunction, diabetes mellitus, metabolic syndrome)
- BMI>30 kg/m2 or BMI<18.5 kg/m2
- Systematic autoimmune disorders