Testicular Function and Semen Quality in Young Cancer Survivors
Testicular Function and Semen Quality in Male Childhood and Adolescent Cancer Survivors
Recruiting
Observational Study
Cancer, Treatment-Related
Late Effect
Semen Analysis
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 – 50
- Sex
- Male
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 200 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- The University of Hong Kong · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for young men who survived cancer as children or teens. Participants will provide semen samples to help understand how cancer treatment has affected their testicular health.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I had cancer diagnosed when I was under 18 years old.
- I have received chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy for my cancer.
- I am between 18 and 50 years old.
- My cancer has been in remission for at least 2 years.
You may not be able to join if
- I cannot ejaculate by masturbation to provide semen samples.
- I have a history of cryptorchidism or testicular cancer.
- I have had a vasectomy.
- I am on testosterone replacement therapy.
- I refuse to join the study.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
Cancer treatment can affect the testicular function, including sperm and hormonal functions. The aim of this study is to assess the testicular function and semen quality in young men who recover from childhood and adolescent cancer in Hong Kong. This can provide more information for pre-treatment counselling as well as improve post treatment survivorship care. The testicular function will be compa…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Men who have received chemotherapy and/ or radiotherapy for cancer diagnosed when they were \< 18 years old.
* \> 18 years old to 50 years old
* Cancer in remission for at least 2 years
Exclusion Criteria:
* Unable to ejaculate by masturbation to provide semen samples
* Cryp…
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