Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 21 to 45 Women only

Information on permanent contraception options for women

Official title: Disseminating PCOR Findings to Reduce Racial Disparities in Surgical Sterilization

Run by University of California, San Francisco · NCT06296797 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if giving women better information about permanent birth control options can help them feel more confident in their choices for avoiding future pregnancies.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages21 Years to 45 Years
SexWomen only
Enrollment650 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of California, San Francisco
Academic / other
Locations1 site (San Francisco, California)
StatusRecruiting
StartedApril 1, 2024
Main results expectedAugust 1, 2026
Study endsAugust 1, 2026
Registry record updatedJanuary 26, 2026
Trial IDNCT06296797 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are women who have a strong desire to avoid future pregnancies and can communicate in English or Spanish.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are currently pregnant, have undergone prior sterilization, or are experiencing infertility 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 aims to evaluate whether providing women who wish to avoid future pregnancies with information about tubal sterilization and long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARC) can improve their perceived access to contraceptive options. Participants will complete surveys before and after accessing web-based educational resources that summarize recent patient-centered outcomes research. The study compares outcomes between those using a new educational website and those using an existing resource. The goal is to enhance patient-centered contraceptive care and align contraceptive choices with personal preferences.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could empower women to make informed decisions about their contraceptive options, potentially reducing regret associated with permanent procedures.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown that providing educational resources can improve patient decision-making and satisfaction regarding contraceptive choices.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Self-reported fertility
* Have a strong desire to avoid future pregnancy
* Speak English or Spanish

Exclusion Criteria:

* Current pregnancy
* The inability to speak English or Spanish
* Prior tubal sterilization or "Essure" procedure
* Menopause
* Infertility
* Hysterectomy

Where it's running

  • University of California, San Francisco
    San Francisco, California, United States
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Eleanor Schwarz, MD, MS — University of California, San Francisco
  • Study coordinator: Eleanor Schwarz, MD, MS
  • Email: eleanor.schwarz@ucsf.edu
  • Phone: 415-502-1826

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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.