Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 30 to 65 Women only

Home screening options for cervical cancer

Official title: Unidos Contra el VPH: Screening Preference and Uptake of HPV Self-sampling Among Latinxs Along the US-Mexico Border

Run by University of Texas at Austin · NCT06825689 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if home screening methods for cervical cancer, like using vaginal swabs and urine tests, are as effective as traditional clinic visits to help more people get screened.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages30 Years to 65 Years
SexWomen only
Enrollment735 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Texas at Austin
Academic / other
Locations1 site (El Paso, Texas)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 28, 2025
Main results expectedOctober 2028
Study endsFebruary 2029
Registry record updatedJune 10, 2026
Trial IDNCT06825689 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 30-65 with a cervix who have not had a Pap test in the last three years.

Probably not a fit

Patients who have had a hysterectomy or a personal history of cervical cancer will not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

The Unidos Contra el VPH initiative aims to explore alternative methods for cervical cancer screening that individuals can perform at home. The study compares the effectiveness of in-home HPV self-sampling using vaginal swabs and urine tests against traditional in-clinic Pap smears with HPV testing. By assessing these methods, the study seeks to improve screening completion rates and understand participant beliefs and preferences regarding these options. This approach addresses barriers faced by individuals who may find it difficult or uncomfortable to visit a clinic for screening.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide more accessible and comfortable screening options for cervical cancer, potentially increasing early detection rates.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promise in using self-sampling methods for HPV screening, indicating that this approach may be effective.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Individuals with a cervix who are 30-65 years and have not undergone a Pap test in at least three years.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Having had a hysterectomy or a personal history of cervical cancer.

Where it's running

  • Project Vida Health Center
    El Paso, Texas, United States
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.