Improving preconception care in family clinics with a new screening tool
Enhancing Uptake of Preconception Care Services in Family Practice Clinics Using a Patient Centered Screening Tool: A Pilot Study
NA · University of Nebraska · NCT06582160
This study is testing a new screening tool in family clinics to see if it helps women of childbearing age get better preconception care by letting them choose their own health questions.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 300 (estimated) |
| Ages | 19 Years to 49 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | University of Nebraska (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Omaha, Nebraska) |
| Trial ID | NCT06582160 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to enhance the uptake of preconception care services among women of reproductive age by implementing a patient-centered screening tool in family practice clinics. The innovative tool allows participants to select their own health-related questions, promoting active engagement in their care and addressing the time constraints typically associated with standard pre-selected screenings. By focusing on preconception health behavior changes, the study seeks to generate valuable insights into improving adherence to preconception recommendations and ultimately enhancing maternal and fetal health outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are biologically female individuals of child-bearing age visiting the clinic for routine or preventative appointments.
Not a fit: Patients who are not biologically female or are outside the age range of 19 to 49 years may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to improved preconception health behaviors and better pregnancy outcomes for women.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited data on the specific use of self-selected screening tools in this context, innovative approaches to enhance preconception care have shown promise in other studies.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Biologically female * Child-bearing age * Visiting the clinic for a routine or preventative appointment during the study period Exclusion Criteria: * Under 19 or over 49 years of age * Not biologically female
Where this trial is running
Omaha, Nebraska
- Nebraska Medicine - Fontenelle Clinic — Omaha, Nebraska, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Shannon I Maloney, PhD — University of Nebraska
- Study coordinator: Shannon I Maloney, PhD
- Email: shannon.maloney@unmc.edu
- Phone: 402-552-7265
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.
Conditions: Women, Reproductive Age