Linking childcare resources to improve cervical cancer care
Effectiveness of a Childcare Intervention on Retention in the Cervical Cancer Screening and Diagnostic Continuum
This study is testing if connecting women with childcare services can help them stay on track with their cervical cancer care better than usual support.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Dallas, Texas) |
| Trial ID | NCT06086054 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to assess the prevalence of unmet childcare needs among women with abnormal cervical cancer screenings and evaluate the role of childcare as a social determinant of health. It will conduct a pilot randomized control trial to compare the effectiveness of linking eligible patients to a childcare facility versus standard care on their retention in gynecological care. The intervention includes patient navigation to the childcare facility and an electronic medical record referral to facilitate access. The hypothesis is that women receiving this intervention will show higher retention rates in care compared to those receiving standard care.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are women with abnormal cervical cancer screenings referred to the gynecology dysplasia clinic.
Not a fit: Patients who are pregnant or under 18 years of age will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance retention in cervical cancer care for women by addressing childcare barriers.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of linking childcare resources to cervical cancer care is novel, similar studies addressing social determinants of health have shown promise in improving patient outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * All women with abnormal cervical cancer screening referred to Parkland gynecology dysplasia clinic as a new patient Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnant women * Patients \<18 years of age
Where this trial is running
Dallas, Texas
- Parkland Health — Dallas, Texas, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Anisha Ganguly, MD, MPH — Parkland Health & Hospital System - - Dallas, TX
- Study coordinator: Jillian Smartt, BSN
- Email: Jillian.Smartt@phhs.org
- Phone: 214-590-4049
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.