Mobile technology intervention for maternal and child health in Cambodia
Innovative Mobile Technology for Maternal and Child Health Care in Cambodia (i-MoMCARE): A Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial
NA · National University of Singapore · NCT05639595
This study is testing whether using mobile technology can help improve healthcare for pregnant women and their babies in rural Cambodia.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 2400 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 49 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | National University of Singapore (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Battambang) |
| Trial ID | NCT05639595 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
The i-MoMCARE project is a digital health initiative designed to enhance maternal and child health (MCH) services for pregnant women and their infants in rural Cambodia. By leveraging mobile technology, the project aims to empower village health support groups (VHSGs) with mobile applications that facilitate the registration of mothers, scheduling of healthcare appointments, and maintenance of digital health records. The study will implement a two-arm cluster randomized controlled trial across five provinces, focusing on improving MCH coverage and addressing barriers to care. The intervention will also evaluate the acceptability and cost-effectiveness of the mobile technology in supporting healthcare delivery.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are pregnant women aged 18-49 and mothers of children aged 6-24 months living in rural communities.
Not a fit: Patients who do not meet the age criteria or do not reside in the targeted rural areas may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve access to maternal and child health services, potentially reducing maternal and infant mortality rates in rural Cambodia.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies utilizing mobile technology for maternal and child health have shown promising results, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Mothers of children aged 6-24 months 2. Pregnant women aged 18-49
Where this trial is running
Battambang
- Battambang Provincial Health Department — Battambang, Cambodia (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Siyan Yi, PhD — National University of Singapore
- Study coordinator: Siyan Yi, PhD
- Email: siyan@doctor.com
- Phone: +6587533823
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: Maternal and Child Health, Maternal and child health, Primary healthcare, Community health workers, Access to services, Low- and middle-income countries