Endometrial Biopsy in Progestin Contraceptive Users

Launched by OREGON HEALTH AND SCIENCE UNIVERSITY · Feb 25, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how progestin contraceptives, such as the contraceptive implant (Nexplanon) and the injectable (Depo-Provera), affect menstrual bleeding patterns in women. Researchers want to understand the changes in the lining of the uterus that can lead to different types of bleeding during the first year of using these contraceptives. Women between the ages of 18 and 40 who have regular menstrual cycles and are in good health may be eligible to participate.

Participants will receive either the implant or the injection for up to 12 months and will be asked to undergo four endometrial biopsies (a small procedure to take a sample of the uterine lining), along with blood tests and physical exams. They will also keep track of their bleeding patterns through a daily diary sent via text or email. This study aims to gather detailed information about how these contraceptives work and how they might affect women's bodies. If you’re considering joining the study, it’s important to know that certain health conditions or recent use of other hormonal contraceptives may affect your eligibility.

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 18-4 0 years of age at time of enrollment in good general health
• • Regular menstrual cycles (25-35 day cycle length with bleeding 8 days or less)
• • Body Mass Index of 19-35
• • Confirmed ovulation with a screening serum progesterone of greater than 3ng/mL
• • No contraindications to DMPA or hormonal implant
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Hormonal or intrauterine contraceptives or other hormone use prior to start of study enrollment \[No oral hormonal contraceptives or other hormones for at least one month, no implantable contraceptives or hormonal or non-hormonal intrauterine device for at least two months (2 cycles), no injectable hormonal contraceptives or other hormones in past 9 months from the most recent injection and resumption of regular menstrual cycles\]. Of note, patients could have used an implant or DMPA in past but must have the same washout time periods as noted before.
• • Any known uterine pathology (endometriosis, leiomyoma or adenomyosis; bacterial, fungal or viral infection, active cervicitis). For bacterial infection such as gonorrhea (GC) /chlamydia (CT) enrollment should be delayed until treatment complete. For vaginitis (bacterial vaginosis or yeast) enrollment can occur at time of diagnosis if patient prefers. Test of cure is not required to proceed with enrollment.
• • Positive gonorrhea/chlamydia screening performed at screening visit, unless treated as noted above.
• • Routine or chronic use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs once daily or more 14 or more days per month)
• • Abnormal uterine bleeding
• • Polycystic ovary syndrome
• • Currently pregnant or planning pregnancy during the study
• • Less than 6 month postpartum or breastfeeding, post abortion 6 weeks, not breast/chest feeding (cessation 4-6 weeks from enrollment)
• • Centers for Disease Control Medical Eligibility for Contraceptive use category 3 or 4 for contraceptive usage (Current or prior medical history of thrombosis or thromboembolic disorders, Liver tumors or active liver disease, Current or prior medical history of breast cancer, Hypertension defined as 160/100 or greater, Ischemic heart disease or multiple risk factors for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, Rheumatoid arthritis on immunosuppressive therapy, History of stroke, Systemic lupus erythematosus, Unexplained vaginal bleeding, Diabetes of greater than 20 years duration or with evidence with end-organ disease)
• • Anticoagulation use
• • Bleeding dyscrasia
• • Use of P450 pathway inducing drug(s)
• • Inability to tolerate uterine sounding (at screening visit)
• • Chronic use of Cannabidiol, THC, or marijuana (More than 3 times per week). Of note, patients could have used Cannabidiol, THC, or marijuana chronically in past, but must have a washout time period of no use for at least one month prior to the study.
• • Chronic use of cigarettes (More than 1 cigarette per week). Of note, patients could have used cigarettes chronically in past, but must have a washout time period of no use for at least six months prior to the study.