中國醫藥大學（後中醫）
114年
英文
第 46 題
📖 題組：
Passage C
This umbrella review critically evaluates top-tier evidence on nutrient supplements for female infertility. Overall, the evidence remains highly uncertain regarding the effects of multiple micronutrients and antioxidants on live birth rates. L-arginine, CoQ10, melatonin, vitamin B complex, vitamin D, and vitamin E did not significantly improve live birth rates. Clinical pregnancy rates may benefit from L-carnitine, CoQ10, melatonin, myo-inositol, NAC, and vitamin D, but the evidence remains weak. Biochemical pregnancy rates were not increased with vitamin D, and adverse effects were poorly reported. Limited and low-quality studies necessitate cautious interpretation of these findings.
For live birth rates, multiple micronutrients showed very low certainty evidence of benefits. Variability in formulations across three randomized controlled trials (RCTs) made general recommendations difficult. Similarly, pooled antioxidants—diverse compounds reducing oxidative stress—showed very low certainty evidence for improving live birth rates. A literature review suggests micronutrient supplementation may help restore nutrient levels and reduce oxidative stress, but more high-quality RCTs are needed to confirm efficacy.
For clinical pregnancy rates, L-carnitine, myo-inositol, and NAC showed potential benefits, particularly in women with PCOS. These nutrients support metabolism, reproductive health, and oxidative stress reduction. However, findings stem from limited studies (two RCTs per nutrient, with 177-450 participants), highlighting the need for further research to clarify their effectiveness in female infertility treatment.
Among women undergoing medically assisted reproduction (MAR), CoQ10 may improve clinical pregnancy rates based on four RCTs (n = 397), though the evidence remains uncertain. As a mitochondrial antioxidant, CoQ10 may help reverse ovarian dysfunction, support ovulation, and enhance embryo development. Preclinical and clinical data suggest CoQ10 is well tolerated at doses up to 1200 mg/day, but large-scale studies are necessary to confirm efficacy.
Melatonin and vitamin D may also improve clinical pregnancy rates in MAR patients, though evidence is inconsistent. Melatonin, a hormone with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, may slow ovarian aging and enhance oocyte quality. However, due to methodological limitations and inconsistencies in trials, further research is required, especially on higher doses and longer treatments. Vitamin D, known for its role in bone health, also influences reproductive function through hormone regulation and endometrial receptivity. Four studies using calcitriol, the most active vitamin D form, suggested potential benefits, but more research is needed to explore the relationship between vitamin D and fertility.
Currently, no specific nutrient supplements can be confidently recommended for improving fertility outcomes. However, many of these interventions pose minimal risks and may help correct deficiencies and boost antioxidant levels. While adverse event reporting was limited, CoQ10, melatonin, NAC, vitamin D, L-carnitine, and inositol appear safe and well tolerated. Future studies must focus on robust reporting of side effects and long-term safety to guide clinical recommendations.
Passage C
This umbrella review critically evaluates top-tier evidence on nutrient supplements for female infertility. Overall, the evidence remains highly uncertain regarding the effects of multiple micronutrients and antioxidants on live birth rates. L-arginine, CoQ10, melatonin, vitamin B complex, vitamin D, and vitamin E did not significantly improve live birth rates. Clinical pregnancy rates may benefit from L-carnitine, CoQ10, melatonin, myo-inositol, NAC, and vitamin D, but the evidence remains weak. Biochemical pregnancy rates were not increased with vitamin D, and adverse effects were poorly reported. Limited and low-quality studies necessitate cautious interpretation of these findings.
For live birth rates, multiple micronutrients showed very low certainty evidence of benefits. Variability in formulations across three randomized controlled trials (RCTs) made general recommendations difficult. Similarly, pooled antioxidants—diverse compounds reducing oxidative stress—showed very low certainty evidence for improving live birth rates. A literature review suggests micronutrient supplementation may help restore nutrient levels and reduce oxidative stress, but more high-quality RCTs are needed to confirm efficacy.
For clinical pregnancy rates, L-carnitine, myo-inositol, and NAC showed potential benefits, particularly in women with PCOS. These nutrients support metabolism, reproductive health, and oxidative stress reduction. However, findings stem from limited studies (two RCTs per nutrient, with 177-450 participants), highlighting the need for further research to clarify their effectiveness in female infertility treatment.
Among women undergoing medically assisted reproduction (MAR), CoQ10 may improve clinical pregnancy rates based on four RCTs (n = 397), though the evidence remains uncertain. As a mitochondrial antioxidant, CoQ10 may help reverse ovarian dysfunction, support ovulation, and enhance embryo development. Preclinical and clinical data suggest CoQ10 is well tolerated at doses up to 1200 mg/day, but large-scale studies are necessary to confirm efficacy.
Melatonin and vitamin D may also improve clinical pregnancy rates in MAR patients, though evidence is inconsistent. Melatonin, a hormone with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, may slow ovarian aging and enhance oocyte quality. However, due to methodological limitations and inconsistencies in trials, further research is required, especially on higher doses and longer treatments. Vitamin D, known for its role in bone health, also influences reproductive function through hormone regulation and endometrial receptivity. Four studies using calcitriol, the most active vitamin D form, suggested potential benefits, but more research is needed to explore the relationship between vitamin D and fertility.
Currently, no specific nutrient supplements can be confidently recommended for improving fertility outcomes. However, many of these interventions pose minimal risks and may help correct deficiencies and boost antioxidant levels. While adverse event reporting was limited, CoQ10, melatonin, NAC, vitamin D, L-carnitine, and inositol appear safe and well tolerated. Future studies must focus on robust reporting of side effects and long-term safety to guide clinical recommendations.
Which of the following statements best describes the impact of nutrient supplementation on live birth rates in women with infertility?
- A Antioxidants can continually improve live birth rates across all randomized controlled trials.
- B Calcitriol, a vitamin D form, has proven effects in significantly increasing the chances of live birth.
- C The evidence for the benefit of multiple micronutrients and antioxidants is uplifting but remains dubious.
- D L-arginine has been proven to be the most effective supplement for improving live birth rates.
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