Improving access to cervical cancer screening in rural Cameroon
Co-produced Community Action for Improved Access to Cervical Cancer Screening (Act4CC): a Mixed-methods Study in Rural Areas of the Mifi Health District
This study is trying to find better ways to help women in rural Cameroon get screened for cervical cancer by involving local community members in the process.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 800 (estimated) |
| Ages | 25 Years to 49 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Geneva Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Bafoussam, Mifi) |
| Trial ID | NCT06640075 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This initiative aims to enhance cervical cancer screening access for women in rural areas of the Mifi health district in Cameroon. It involves community members in co-developing and implementing strategies tailored to local needs, addressing the significant barriers to screening uptake. The program is part of a broader effort to meet the World Health Organization's target of 70% screening coverage for cervical cancer. By utilizing a standard screening strategy alongside community engagement, the project seeks to improve health outcomes in underserved populations.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this initiative are women aged 30-49 years living in rural areas of the Mifi health district who can provide informed consent.
Not a fit: Patients who have a known diagnosis of cervical cancer or have had a cervical cancer screening in the last 5 years (3 years if HIV-positive) will not benefit from this initiative.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this initiative could significantly increase cervical cancer screening rates among women in rural Cameroon, leading to earlier detection and better health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in community-based interventions to improve cervical cancer screening rates, indicating that this approach is promising.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Women aged 30-49 years old (25-49 years old if HIV-positive) * Residency in one of the 14 rural health areas of Mifi health district * Ability to give signed informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * known cervical cancer * symptoms compatible with cervical cancer * previous hysterectomy * terminal disease other than cervical cancer * cervical cancer screening test in the last 5 years (3 years if HIV-positive) * pregnancy at the time of screening * lack of discernment capacity
Where this trial is running
Bafoussam, Mifi
- Bafoussam Regional Hospital — Bafoussam, Mifi, Cameroon (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Patrick Petignat, PD — University Hospital, Geneva
- Study coordinator: Ania M Wisniak, MD
- Email: ania.wisniak@hug.ch
- Phone: +41223724270
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.