We hypothesize that administration of an aromatase inhibitor (AI) and hormonal contraceptives (HC) in the mid-luteal phase of the menstrual cycle will result in atresia of the follicles in the extant wave and cause synchronous re-emergence of a new follicular wave. We anticipate that this will provide us with information to facilitate the development of a new method for ovarian synchronization; a safer, more effective ovulation induction therapy; a new method for emergency contraception; and a greater understanding of human folliculogenesis.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
HEALTH_SERVICES_RESEARCH
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
41
Royal University Hospital
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
To evaluate differences in the mechanisms of atresia, initiation of a new synchronous follicular wave, interval to follicle wave emergence, interval to emergence of dominant follicle, interval to menstruation, and endometrial thickness/pattern.
Time frame: 24-28 days
To evaluate between treatment group differences in ultrasonographic image attributes of follicular structures that develop after administration of treatment.
Time frame: ongoing
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