Description Module
The Description Module contains narrative descriptions of the clinical trial, including a brief summary and detailed description. These descriptions provide important information about the study's purpose, methodology, and key details in language accessible to both researchers and the general public.
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Description Module
Ignite Creation Date:
2025-12-24 @ 11:48 PM
Ignite Modification Date:
2025-12-24 @ 11:48 PM
NCT ID:
NCT06885151
Brief Summary:
IVF 'add-ons' are extra procedures, techniques, or medicines offered alongside standard IVF treatments, often marketed to improve success rates. Examples include EmbryoGlue, endometrial scratching, and acupuncture. However, most lack clear evidence of effectiveness or safety. Despite this, over 80% of Australian IVF patients use add-ons, sometimes paying thousands of dollars.
Patients often rely on clinic websites and online forums for information, but these sources frequently exaggerate benefits while omitting information about costs and risks. There is no independent, evidence-based resource in Australia to guide decision-making, a gap recognized by both patients and government reports.
To address this, the investigators developed "Evidence-Based IVF (EBI)," a new website informed by patient decision aid standards, expertise in digital health and risk communication, and co-design sessions with IVF patients and professionals. The investigators now plan to evaluate how well it helps patients understand the evidence base for IVF add-ons.
Detailed Description:
In response to widespread calls for evidence-based resources about IVF options and add-ons in Australia, the investigators assembled a multidisciplinary team to co-design a novel website prototype referred to as 'Evidence-based IVF (EBI)'. Informed by patient decision aids standards, the MAGIC App, and applying the investigators' expertise in digital and risk communication and evidence-informed health decisions, the investigators undertook interviews with Australian IVF patients and professionals to test and iteratively modify a new resource. This trial will evaluate how this website performs in terms of gist knowledge and acceptability.
Study:
NCT06885151
Study Brief:
Protocol Section:
NCT06885151