Improving diagnosis of cervical precancerous lesions in older women
Official title: Improving Diagnostic in Cervical Dysplasia: A Randomized Study With Local Estrogen Prior to Colposcopy
Run by University of Aarhus · NCT05283421 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing if using vaginal estrogen before a cervical exam can help doctors see precancerous changes in the cervix more clearly in women aged 50 and older.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 50 Years and up |
| Sex | Women only |
| Enrollment | 150 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Aarhus Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Randers) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | August 23, 2023 |
| Main results expected | August 1, 2026 |
| Study ends | August 16, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | July 31, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT05283421 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are postmenopausal women aged 50 and older who are referred for colposcopy due to positive HPV tests or abnormal cervical cytology.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who have used estrogen in the last three months or have a history of cervical radiotherapy or surgery may 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
This study evaluates whether providing vaginal estrogen pretreatment can enhance the diagnosis of cervical precancerous lesions in women aged 50 and older undergoing colposcopy. Cervical cancer, largely caused by HPV, is a significant health concern, and accurate diagnosis of precancerous lesions is crucial for effective treatment. The study employs a double-blind methodology, comparing the effects of estrogen versus a placebo on the visibility of the transformation zone during colposcopy. By optimizing current diagnostic procedures, the study aims to improve outcomes for women at risk of cervical cancer.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved diagnostic accuracy for cervical precancerous lesions, potentially reducing the incidence of cervical cancer in older women.
How similar studies have gone: While there have been studies focusing on cervical cancer diagnostics, the specific approach of using vaginal estrogen in this context is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Postmenopausal (defined as no bleeding ≥1 year) women referred for colposcopy aged ≥ 50 years. * Women referred for colposcopy due to a positive HPV test and/or an abnormal cervical cytology. * Women referred for colposcopy due to previous abnormal cervical histology with minimum 6. months since last colposcopy with biopsies. Exclusion Criteria: * Use of estrogen within the last 3 months regardless of administration form. * previous cervical radiotherapy, cervical amputation and/or cone biopsy * pregnancy
Where it's running
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Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics
Randers, Denmark Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Marianne Esbjerg, GCP-investigator — University of Copenhagen
- Study coordinator: Vibe M Bertelsen, MD, PhD, Post.doc.
- Email: vibebert@rm.dk
- Phone: +4578420189
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.