Improving follow-up care for patients with abnormal cervical screenings

Evaluating the impact of Basic needs Assessment and Support to Improve Colposcopy Show rate: The BASICS Trial

['FUNDING_R03'] · WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY · NIH-10657708

This study is looking to help people with abnormal cervical screening results get the follow-up care they need by offering support for things like housing and food, making it easier for everyone, especially those who might struggle, to attend their colposcopy appointments.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_R03']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorWASHINGTON UNIVERSITY (nih funded)
Locations1 site (SAINT LOUIS, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10657708 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research aims to enhance the follow-up care for individuals who receive abnormal cervical screening results, particularly focusing on colposcopy appointments. The study will implement a social needs navigator program that addresses various social determinants of health, such as housing, food insecurity, and safety, to improve adherence to necessary medical follow-ups. By providing tailored support and reminders, the research seeks to reduce the number of patients lost to follow-up, especially among underserved populations. The effectiveness of this intervention will be evaluated to determine its potential for broader implementation.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have received an abnormal cervical screening result and are at risk of not following up with necessary colposcopy care.

Not a fit: Patients who have already undergone colposcopy or those without abnormal cervical screening results may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the rates of follow-up care for patients with abnormal cervical screenings, potentially reducing the incidence of cervical cancer.

How similar studies have performed: Preliminary data from similar interventions have shown promising results in improving follow-up care, indicating that this approach may be effective.

Where this research is happening

SAINT LOUIS, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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Conditions: Cervical Cancer, Cervix Cancer, Uterine Cervix Cancer

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