A portable cryotherapy system for treating cervical precancerous lesions
Official title: Portable, low-cost cryotherapy system that does not require consumable cryogen gas for the treatment of cervical precancerous lesions
Funded at Ananya Health INC · NIH-11008761 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a new, affordable cooling treatment for women with early signs of cervical cancer, especially in places where getting medical supplies is tough, so they can get the care they need more easily.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ananya Health INC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,172,978 |
| NIH project number | 2R44CA278186-02A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11008761 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are women in low- and middle-income countries who have been diagnosed with cervical precancerous lesions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have cervical precancerous lesions or those in high-income countries may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a low-cost, portable cryotherapy system designed specifically for the treatment of cervical precancerous lesions in low- and middle-income countries. The approach aims to eliminate the need for consumable cryogen gas, which is often difficult to obtain in these regions, thereby improving access to effective treatment. By utilizing a novel cryotherapy method, the system seeks to provide a reliable and efficient solution for clinics that currently lack adequate treatment options. The goal is to enhance early intervention and reduce the progression of cervical cancer among women in underserved areas.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to effective cervical cancer treatment, potentially saving lives and reducing cancer progression in low-resource settings.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that cryotherapy is an effective treatment for cervical precancerous lesions, but this approach is novel in its focus on eliminating the need for consumable cryogen gas.
Where this research is happening
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Ananya Health INC
Oakland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chang, Wei-Hsiang — Ananya Health INC
- Study coordinator: Chang, Wei-Hsiang
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.