Evaluating a test for cervical pre-cancer

Evaluation of the PreCursor-M+® Assay Performance in the Management of Women Diagnosed With CIN2

Observational European Institute of Oncology · NCT06403618

This study is testing a new test called PreCursor-M+ to see if it can accurately identify changes in cervical pre-cancer in women with CIN2, while they are monitored over two years.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment100 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexFemale
SponsorEuropean Institute of Oncology Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Milan and 1 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06403618 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to assess the accuracy and sensitivity of the PreCursor-M+ assay on liquid-based cytology samples from women diagnosed with Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia Grade 2 (CIN2). Participants will be monitored over two years, with evaluations at six-month intervals, and will be divided into two groups: one receiving active surveillance and the other undergoing immediate treatment. The study will analyze clinical outcomes based on the PreCursor-M+ results, including regression, persistence, or progression of CIN2. The assay focuses on detecting specific methylation patterns in genes associated with cervical cancer.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are women aged 18 and older with a histological confirmation of CIN2.

Not a fit: Patients with unknown HPV test results or those considered vulnerable may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve the management and treatment decisions for women diagnosed with CIN2.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using methylation markers for cervical cancer detection, suggesting potential success for this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. age at diagnosis of 18 years or older;
2. histological confirmation of CIN2 after colposcopic-guided cervical biopsy or conservative surgical treatment, including loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP) and laser conization;
3. known HPV test result at baseline;
4. ability to understand and sign the informed consent;
5. written informed consent given.

Exclusion criteria:

1. unknown HPV test result at diagnosis;
2. vulnerable patients.

Where this trial is running

Milan and 1 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia Grade 2
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.