Trial Outcomes & Findings for Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Protocol Versus Flexible GnRH Antagonist Protocol in Poor Responders (NCT NCT04537078)

NCT ID: NCT04537078

Last Updated: 2022-02-17

Results Overview

it is the number of M2 oocytes retrieved that were being assessed after denudation

Recruitment status

COMPLETED

Study phase

PHASE3

Target enrollment

90 participants

Primary outcome timeframe

1-2 hours after oocyte retrieval

Results posted on

2022-02-17

Participant Flow

Participant milestones

Participant milestones
Measure
the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Group
luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Duphaston at 20 mg/day will be started from the first day of the ovulation induction.Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Then, Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation the next day after the previous oocyte pickup simultaneously with Duphaston. .Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage.
the Flexible GnRh Antagonist
This step will be done twice in two different cycles In each cycle: luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation using antagonist protocol will be used. Stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Cetrotide ampule will be given daily as the biggest oocyte reaches size 14 mm. Decapeptyl ampules 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration. Embryos of the first cycle will be vitrified . . While in the second cycle HCG triggering (Choriomon)in a dose of 10,000 IU will be administered when the leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter. Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . embryos of the second cycle will be freshly transferred unless there is excess so being verified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage that will be a mixture of the thawed embryos of the first cycle and fresh embryos of the second cycle. .
Overall Study
STARTED
45
45
Overall Study
COMPLETED
41
42
Overall Study
NOT COMPLETED
4
3

Reasons for withdrawal

Reasons for withdrawal
Measure
the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Group
luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Duphaston at 20 mg/day will be started from the first day of the ovulation induction.Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Then, Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation the next day after the previous oocyte pickup simultaneously with Duphaston. .Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage.
the Flexible GnRh Antagonist
This step will be done twice in two different cycles In each cycle: luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation using antagonist protocol will be used. Stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Cetrotide ampule will be given daily as the biggest oocyte reaches size 14 mm. Decapeptyl ampules 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration. Embryos of the first cycle will be vitrified . . While in the second cycle HCG triggering (Choriomon)in a dose of 10,000 IU will be administered when the leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter. Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . embryos of the second cycle will be freshly transferred unless there is excess so being verified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage that will be a mixture of the thawed embryos of the first cycle and fresh embryos of the second cycle. .
Overall Study
Protocol Violation
3
2
Overall Study
Lost to Follow-up
1
0
Overall Study
Withdrawal by Subject
0
1

Baseline Characteristics

Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Protocol Versus Flexible GnRH Antagonist Protocol in Poor Responders

Baseline characteristics by cohort

Baseline characteristics by cohort
Measure
the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Group
n=41 Participants
luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Duphaston at 20 mg/day will be started from the first day of the ovulation induction.Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Then, Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation the next day after the previous oocyte pickup simultaneously with Duphaston. Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage.
the Flexible GnRh Antagonist
n=42 Participants
This step will be done twice in two different cycles In each cycle: luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation using antagonist protocol will be used. Stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Cetrotide ampule will be given daily as the biggest oocyte reaches size 14 mm. Decapeptyl ampules 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter. While in the second cycle HCG triggering (Choriomon)in a dose of 10,000 IU will be administered when the leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter. Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage that will be a mixture of the thawed embryos of the first cycle and fresh embryos of the second cycle.
Total
n=83 Participants
Total of all reporting groups
Age, Continuous
34.05 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 5 • n=5 Participants
35.48 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 6.99 • n=7 Participants
34.77 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 6.09 • n=5 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Female
41 Participants
n=5 Participants
42 Participants
n=7 Participants
83 Participants
n=5 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Male
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Asian
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Black or African American
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
White
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
More than one race
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
0 Participants
n=7 Participants
0 Participants
n=5 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Unknown or Not Reported
41 Participants
n=5 Participants
42 Participants
n=7 Participants
83 Participants
n=5 Participants
Region of Enrollment
Egypt
41 participants
n=5 Participants
42 participants
n=7 Participants
83 participants
n=5 Participants
duration of infertility
5 years
n=5 Participants
5 years
n=7 Participants
5 years
n=5 Participants
previous ICSI trials
had no previous ICSI trials
22 participants
n=5 Participants
26 participants
n=7 Participants
48 participants
n=5 Participants
previous ICSI trials
had 1 failed ICSI trial
17 participants
n=5 Participants
14 participants
n=7 Participants
31 participants
n=5 Participants
previous ICSI trials
had 2 failed ICSI trials
2 participants
n=5 Participants
2 participants
n=7 Participants
4 participants
n=5 Participants

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: 1-2 hours after oocyte retrieval

it is the number of M2 oocytes retrieved that were being assessed after denudation

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Group
n=41 Participants
luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Duphaston 20 mg/day will be started from the first day of the ovulation induction.Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Then, Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation the next day after the previous oocyte pickup simultaneously with Duphaston. .Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage.
the Flexible GnRh Antagonist Group
n=42 Participants
This step will be done twice in two different cycles In each cycle: luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation using antagonist protocol will be used. Stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Cetrotide ampule will be given daily as the biggest oocyte reaches size 14 mm. Decapeptyl ampules 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration. Embryos of the first cycle will be vitrified . While in the second cycle HCG triggering (Choriomon)in a dose of 10,000 IU will be administered when the leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter. Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . embryos of the second cycle will be freshly transferred unless there is excess so being verified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage that will be a mixture of the thawed embryos of the first cycle and fresh embryos of the second cycle.
the Number of M2 Oocytes Retrieved
6 oocytes
Interval 3.0 to 7.0
4.5 oocytes
Interval 3.0 to 8.0

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: 16 to 20 hours after microinjection of the oocytes with the sperms

percentage transformation of micro injected oocytes into two pronuclei. it is done 16 to 20 hours after microinjection of the oocytes by the sperms

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Group
n=41 Participants
luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Duphaston 20 mg/day will be started from the first day of the ovulation induction.Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Then, Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation the next day after the previous oocyte pickup simultaneously with Duphaston. .Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage.
the Flexible GnRh Antagonist Group
n=42 Participants
This step will be done twice in two different cycles In each cycle: luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation using antagonist protocol will be used. Stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Cetrotide ampule will be given daily as the biggest oocyte reaches size 14 mm. Decapeptyl ampules 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration. Embryos of the first cycle will be vitrified . While in the second cycle HCG triggering (Choriomon)in a dose of 10,000 IU will be administered when the leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter. Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . embryos of the second cycle will be freshly transferred unless there is excess so being verified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage that will be a mixture of the thawed embryos of the first cycle and fresh embryos of the second cycle.
the Fertilization Rate
71.43 percentage of transformation
Interval 66.67 to 100.0
80.91 percentage of transformation
Interval 66.67 to 100.0

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: the embryos number counted day 3 or 4or 5 after fertilization

it is the resultant embryos number counted day 3 or 4 or 5 after fertilization

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Group
n=41 Participants
luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Duphaston 20 mg/day will be started from the first day of the ovulation induction.Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Then, Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation the next day after the previous oocyte pickup simultaneously with Duphaston. .Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage.
the Flexible GnRh Antagonist Group
n=42 Participants
This step will be done twice in two different cycles In each cycle: luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation using antagonist protocol will be used. Stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Cetrotide ampule will be given daily as the biggest oocyte reaches size 14 mm. Decapeptyl ampules 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration. Embryos of the first cycle will be vitrified . While in the second cycle HCG triggering (Choriomon)in a dose of 10,000 IU will be administered when the leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter. Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . embryos of the second cycle will be freshly transferred unless there is excess so being verified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage that will be a mixture of the thawed embryos of the first cycle and fresh embryos of the second cycle.
the Resultant Embryos Number
4 number of embryos
Interval 3.0 to 5.0
3 number of embryos
Interval 2.0 to 6.0

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: at the 6 th week of pregnancy

it is calculated as the number of intrauterine gestational sacs observed by transvaginal ultrasonography divided by the number of transferred embryos at the 6 th week of pregnancy and then multiplied by 100

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Group
n=7 Participants
luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Duphaston 20 mg/day will be started from the first day of the ovulation induction.Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Then, Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation the next day after the previous oocyte pickup simultaneously with Duphaston. .Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage.
the Flexible GnRh Antagonist Group
n=8 Participants
This step will be done twice in two different cycles In each cycle: luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation using antagonist protocol will be used. Stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Cetrotide ampule will be given daily as the biggest oocyte reaches size 14 mm. Decapeptyl ampules 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration. Embryos of the first cycle will be vitrified . While in the second cycle HCG triggering (Choriomon)in a dose of 10,000 IU will be administered when the leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter. Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . embryos of the second cycle will be freshly transferred unless there is excess so being verified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage that will be a mixture of the thawed embryos of the first cycle and fresh embryos of the second cycle.
the Implantation Rate
50 percentage
Interval 50.0 to 100.0
50 percentage
Interval 33.33 to 50.0

PRIMARY outcome

Timeframe: at the 6 th weeks of pregnancy

percentage of cases in which observation of a gestational sac with fetal heart beat by transvaginal ultrasound at 6 weeks of pregnancy

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Group
n=41 Participants
luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Duphaston 20 mg/day will be started from the first day of the ovulation induction.Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Then, Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation the next day after the previous oocyte pickup simultaneously with Duphaston. .Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage.
the Flexible GnRh Antagonist Group
n=42 Participants
This step will be done twice in two different cycles In each cycle: luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation using antagonist protocol will be used. Stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Cetrotide ampule will be given daily as the biggest oocyte reaches size 14 mm. Decapeptyl ampules 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration. Embryos of the first cycle will be vitrified . While in the second cycle HCG triggering (Choriomon)in a dose of 10,000 IU will be administered when the leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter. Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . embryos of the second cycle will be freshly transferred unless there is excess so being verified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage that will be a mixture of the thawed embryos of the first cycle and fresh embryos of the second cycle.
the Clinical Pregnancy Rate.
7 percentage of participants
8 percentage of participants

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: At the 20 th week of gestation

Assessing the difference in the ongoing pregnancy rate when the pregnancy had completed ≥20 weeks of gestation

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Group
n=41 Participants
luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Duphaston 20 mg/day will be started from the first day of the ovulation induction.Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Then, Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation the next day after the previous oocyte pickup simultaneously with Duphaston. .Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage.
the Flexible GnRh Antagonist Group
n=42 Participants
This step will be done twice in two different cycles In each cycle: luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation using antagonist protocol will be used. Stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Cetrotide ampule will be given daily as the biggest oocyte reaches size 14 mm. Decapeptyl ampules 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration. Embryos of the first cycle will be vitrified . While in the second cycle HCG triggering (Choriomon)in a dose of 10,000 IU will be administered when the leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter. Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . embryos of the second cycle will be freshly transferred unless there is excess so being verified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage that will be a mixture of the thawed embryos of the first cycle and fresh embryos of the second cycle.
the Difference in the Ongoing Pregnancy Rate in Both Protocols.
6 percentage of participants
5 percentage of participants

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: From the first day of ovarian stimulation till the last day of ovarian stimulation in each phase ,the follicular and the luteal, of stimulation

Population: the progestin primed dual stimulation group are subdivided into the follicular phase stimulation and the luteal phase stimulation so as to study the difference between both phases

the total number of days of the controlled ovarian hyperstimulation in both follicular and luteal phase of the progestin primed double stimulation protocol are studied so as to asses the difference between the two phases, the follicular phase and the luteal phase of the progestin primed double stimulation protocol

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Group
n=41 Participants
luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Duphaston 20 mg/day will be started from the first day of the ovulation induction.Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Then, Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation the next day after the previous oocyte pickup simultaneously with Duphaston. .Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage.
the Flexible GnRh Antagonist Group
n=41 Participants
This step will be done twice in two different cycles In each cycle: luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation using antagonist protocol will be used. Stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Cetrotide ampule will be given daily as the biggest oocyte reaches size 14 mm. Decapeptyl ampules 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration. Embryos of the first cycle will be vitrified . While in the second cycle HCG triggering (Choriomon)in a dose of 10,000 IU will be administered when the leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter. Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . embryos of the second cycle will be freshly transferred unless there is excess so being verified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage that will be a mixture of the thawed embryos of the first cycle and fresh embryos of the second cycle.
the Difference Between the Follicular Phase and the Luteal Phase of the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Protocol Regarding the Total Days of Controlled Ovarian Hyperstimulation
10 number of days
Interval 9.0 to 12.0
12 number of days
Interval 10.0 to 13.0

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: From the first day of ovarian stimulation till the last day of ovarian stimulation in each phase ,the follicular and the luteal, of stimulation

Population: the progestin primed dual stimulation group are subdivided into the follicular phase stimulation and the luteal phase stimulation so as to study the difference between both phases

Assessing the difference between the follicular phase and the luteal phase of the progestin primed double stimulation protocol regarding the total dosage of gonadotropins used in the controlled ovarian hyperstimulation so as to the difference between the two phases

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Group
n=41 Participants
luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Duphaston 20 mg/day will be started from the first day of the ovulation induction.Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Then, Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation the next day after the previous oocyte pickup simultaneously with Duphaston. .Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage.
the Flexible GnRh Antagonist Group
n=41 Participants
This step will be done twice in two different cycles In each cycle: luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation using antagonist protocol will be used. Stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Cetrotide ampule will be given daily as the biggest oocyte reaches size 14 mm. Decapeptyl ampules 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration. Embryos of the first cycle will be vitrified . While in the second cycle HCG triggering (Choriomon)in a dose of 10,000 IU will be administered when the leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter. Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . embryos of the second cycle will be freshly transferred unless there is excess so being verified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage that will be a mixture of the thawed embryos of the first cycle and fresh embryos of the second cycle.
the Difference Between the Follicular Phase and the Luteal Phase of the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Protocol Regarding the Total Dosage of Gonadotropins Used in the Controlled Ovarian Hyperstimulation
3000 IU
Interval 2700.0 to 3150.0
3600 IU
Interval 3000.0 to 3750.0

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: 1-2 hours after oocyte retrieval

Population: the progestin primed dual stimulation group are subdivided into the follicular phase stimulation and the luteal phase stimulation so as to study the difference between both phases

it is the number of M2 oocytes retrieved that were being assessed after denudation so as to the difference between the results between the two phases, the follicular phase and the luteal phase of the progestin primed double stimulation protocol

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Group
n=41 Participants
luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Duphaston 20 mg/day will be started from the first day of the ovulation induction.Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Then, Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation the next day after the previous oocyte pickup simultaneously with Duphaston. .Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage.
the Flexible GnRh Antagonist Group
n=41 Participants
This step will be done twice in two different cycles In each cycle: luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation using antagonist protocol will be used. Stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Cetrotide ampule will be given daily as the biggest oocyte reaches size 14 mm. Decapeptyl ampules 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration. Embryos of the first cycle will be vitrified . While in the second cycle HCG triggering (Choriomon)in a dose of 10,000 IU will be administered when the leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter. Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . embryos of the second cycle will be freshly transferred unless there is excess so being verified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage that will be a mixture of the thawed embryos of the first cycle and fresh embryos of the second cycle.
the Difference Between the Follicular Phase and the Luteal Phase of the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Protocol Regarding the Number of M2 Oocytes Retrieved
2 number of oocytes
Interval 1.0 to 3.0
4 number of oocytes
Interval 2.0 to 5.0

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: 16 to 20 hours after microinjection of the oocytes with the sperms

Population: the progestin primed dual stimulation group are subdivided into the follicular phase stimulation and the luteal phase stimulation so as to study the difference between both phases

percentage of transformation of micro injected oocytes into two pronuclei at 16 -20 hours after microinjection of the oocytes by the sperms so as to the difference between the results between the two phases, the follicular phase and the luteal phase of the progestin primed double stimulation protocol

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Group
n=41 Participants
luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Duphaston 20 mg/day will be started from the first day of the ovulation induction.Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Then, Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation the next day after the previous oocyte pickup simultaneously with Duphaston. .Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage.
the Flexible GnRh Antagonist Group
n=41 Participants
This step will be done twice in two different cycles In each cycle: luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation using antagonist protocol will be used. Stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Cetrotide ampule will be given daily as the biggest oocyte reaches size 14 mm. Decapeptyl ampules 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration. Embryos of the first cycle will be vitrified . While in the second cycle HCG triggering (Choriomon)in a dose of 10,000 IU will be administered when the leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter. Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . embryos of the second cycle will be freshly transferred unless there is excess so being verified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage that will be a mixture of the thawed embryos of the first cycle and fresh embryos of the second cycle.
the Difference Between the Follicular Phase and the Luteal Phase of the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Protocol Regarding the Fertilization Rate.
66.67 percentage
Interval 50.0 to 100.0
100 percentage
Interval 60.0 to 100.0

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: the embryos number counted day 3 or 4or 5 after fertilization

Population: the progestin primed dual stimulation group are subdivided into the follicular phase stimulation and the luteal phase stimulation so as to study the difference between both phases

the resultant embryos number are counted day 3 or 4 or 5 after fertilization so as to the difference between the results between the two phases, the follicular phase and the luteal phase of the progestin primed double stimulation protocol

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Group
n=41 Participants
luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Duphaston 20 mg/day will be started from the first day of the ovulation induction.Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Then, Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation the next day after the previous oocyte pickup simultaneously with Duphaston. .Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage.
the Flexible GnRh Antagonist Group
n=42 Participants
This step will be done twice in two different cycles In each cycle: luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation using antagonist protocol will be used. Stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Cetrotide ampule will be given daily as the biggest oocyte reaches size 14 mm. Decapeptyl ampules 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration. Embryos of the first cycle will be vitrified . While in the second cycle HCG triggering (Choriomon)in a dose of 10,000 IU will be administered when the leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter. Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . embryos of the second cycle will be freshly transferred unless there is excess so being verified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage that will be a mixture of the thawed embryos of the first cycle and fresh embryos of the second cycle.
the Difference Between the Follicular Phase and the Luteal Phase of the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Protocol Regarding the Resultant Embryos Number
1 number of embryos
Interval 1.0 to 2.0
3 number of embryos
Interval 2.0 to 4.0

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: 1-2 hours after oocyte retrieval

Population: the progestin primed dual stimulation group are subdivided into the follicular phase stimulation and the luteal phase stimulation so as to study the difference between both phases

it is the number of M2 oocytes retrieved that were being assessed after denudation.so as to study the effect of the progestin used on the ovarian response in poor ovarian responders, we have compared the follicular phase of the dual stimulation group and first follicular wave of the flexible antagonist group

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Group
n=41 Participants
luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Duphaston 20 mg/day will be started from the first day of the ovulation induction.Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Then, Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation the next day after the previous oocyte pickup simultaneously with Duphaston. .Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage.
the Flexible GnRh Antagonist Group
n=42 Participants
This step will be done twice in two different cycles In each cycle: luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation using antagonist protocol will be used. Stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Cetrotide ampule will be given daily as the biggest oocyte reaches size 14 mm. Decapeptyl ampules 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration. Embryos of the first cycle will be vitrified . While in the second cycle HCG triggering (Choriomon)in a dose of 10,000 IU will be administered when the leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter. Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . embryos of the second cycle will be freshly transferred unless there is excess so being verified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage that will be a mixture of the thawed embryos of the first cycle and fresh embryos of the second cycle.
Assessing the Difference Between the Follicular Phase of the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Protocol and the First Round of the Conventional GnRH Antagonist Protocol Regarding the Number of M2 Oocytes Retrieved .
2 number of oocytes
Interval 1.0 to 3.0
2 number of oocytes
Interval 1.0 to 3.0

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: 16 to 20 hours after microinjection of the oocytes by the sperms

it is percentage transformation of micro injected oocytes into two pronuclei.so as to study the effect of the progestin used on the ovarian response and its results in poor ovarian responders, we have compared the follicular phase of the dual stimulation group and first follicular wave of the flexible antagonist group

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Group
n=41 Participants
luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Duphaston 20 mg/day will be started from the first day of the ovulation induction.Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Then, Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation the next day after the previous oocyte pickup simultaneously with Duphaston. .Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage.
the Flexible GnRh Antagonist Group
n=42 Participants
This step will be done twice in two different cycles In each cycle: luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation using antagonist protocol will be used. Stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Cetrotide ampule will be given daily as the biggest oocyte reaches size 14 mm. Decapeptyl ampules 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration. Embryos of the first cycle will be vitrified . While in the second cycle HCG triggering (Choriomon)in a dose of 10,000 IU will be administered when the leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter. Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . embryos of the second cycle will be freshly transferred unless there is excess so being verified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage that will be a mixture of the thawed embryos of the first cycle and fresh embryos of the second cycle.
Assessing the Difference Between the Follicular Phase of the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Protocol and the First Round of the Conventional GnRH Antagonist Protocol Regarding the Fertilization Rate.
66.67 percentage
Interval 50.0 to 100.0
91.67 percentage
Interval 50.0 to 100.0

SECONDARY outcome

Timeframe: at day 3 or 4or 5 after fertilization

it is the number of the resultant embryos counted at day 3 or 4 or 5 after fertilization.so as to study the effect of the progestin used on the ovarian response and the resultant embryos number in poor ovarian responders, we have compared the follicular phase of the dual stimulation group and first follicular wave of the flexible antagonist group

Outcome measures

Outcome measures
Measure
the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Group
n=41 Participants
luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Duphaston 20 mg/day will be started from the first day of the ovulation induction.Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Then, Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation the next day after the previous oocyte pickup simultaneously with Duphaston. .Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration The resultant embryos will be scored, and they will be vitrified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage.
the Flexible GnRh Antagonist Group
n=42 Participants
This step will be done twice in two different cycles In each cycle: luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation using antagonist protocol will be used. Stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Cetrotide ampule will be given daily as the biggest oocyte reaches size 14 mm. Decapeptyl ampules 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter.Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration. Embryos of the first cycle will be vitrified . While in the second cycle HCG triggering (Choriomon)in a dose of 10,000 IU will be administered when the leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter. Oocyte pickup will be done 36 hours after GnRh administration . embryos of the second cycle will be freshly transferred unless there is excess so being verified for subsequent transfer.Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage that will be a mixture of the thawed embryos of the first cycle and fresh embryos of the second cycle.
Assessing the Difference Between the Follicular Phase of the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Protocol and the First Round of the Conventional GnRH Antagonist Protocol Regarding the Resultant Embryos Number.
1.66 percentage
Standard Deviation 1.44
1.69 percentage
Standard Deviation 1.18

Adverse Events

the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Group

Serious events: 0 serious events
Other events: 12 other events
Deaths: 0 deaths

the Flexible GnRh Antagonist

Serious events: 0 serious events
Other events: 10 other events
Deaths: 0 deaths

Serious adverse events

Adverse event data not reported

Other adverse events

Other adverse events
Measure
the Progestin Primed Double Stimulation Group
n=41 participants at risk
luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Duphaston at 20 mg/day will be started from the first day of the ovulation induction.Decapeptyl in a dose of 2 ampules of 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter for triggering .Then, Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation the next day after the previous oocyte pickup simultaneously with Duphaston. Starting from the next menstrual cycle Day 3, patients will receive oral estradiol valerate (Cyclo-Progynova (white tablets) daily.When endometrial thickness ≥ 7 mm.Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage.
the Flexible GnRh Antagonist
n=42 participants at risk
This step will be done twice in two different cycles In each cycle: luteal phase priming using combined contraceptive pills from day 21 of the previous cycle for one week by Gynera tab. Controlled ovarian hyper-stimulation using antagonist protocol will be used. Stimulation with 225-375 IU of gonadotropins will be started day 2-3 of menses after vaginal ultrasound confirming the absence of ovarian cysts. Cetrotide ampule will be given daily as the biggest oocyte reaches size 14 mm. Decapeptyl ampules 0.2 mg will be administered when leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter. While in the second cycle HCG triggering (Choriomon)in a dose of 10,000 IU will be administered when the leading follicle \>18 mm in diameter. Embryo transfer will be scheduled on Day 3, 4 or 5 with maximum number of 3 class A embryos whether of cleavage or blastocyst stage that will be a mixture of the thawed embryos of the first cycle and fresh embryos of the second cycle.
Gastrointestinal disorders
nausea and abdominal distention
12.2%
5/41 • Number of events 15 • from the 1 st day of ovarian priming prior to ovarian stimulation till the 20th week of pregnancy.
11.9%
5/42 • Number of events 12 • from the 1 st day of ovarian priming prior to ovarian stimulation till the 20th week of pregnancy.
Reproductive system and breast disorders
pelvic pain
7.3%
3/41 • Number of events 10 • from the 1 st day of ovarian priming prior to ovarian stimulation till the 20th week of pregnancy.
7.1%
3/42 • Number of events 8 • from the 1 st day of ovarian priming prior to ovarian stimulation till the 20th week of pregnancy.
Nervous system disorders
headache
9.8%
4/41 • Number of events 10 • from the 1 st day of ovarian priming prior to ovarian stimulation till the 20th week of pregnancy.
4.8%
2/42 • Number of events 5 • from the 1 st day of ovarian priming prior to ovarian stimulation till the 20th week of pregnancy.

Additional Information

Dr. Aly Hussein

Elshatby University Maternity Hospital

Phone: 002-0119448000

Results disclosure agreements

  • Principal investigator is a sponsor employee
  • Publication restrictions are in place