Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Peer support community for people with neuroendocrine cervical cancer

Official title: The Impact Of A Patient Support Community On Patients With Neuroendocrine Cervical Cancer: NECC Peer Support

Run by M.D. Anderson Cancer Center · NCT07532954 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This project will test whether joining a technology-based peer support community helps adults with neuroendocrine cervical cancer feel less isolated and improve emotional well-being and illness perception.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment40 (estimated)
SponsorM.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Houston, Texas)
StatusRecruiting
StartedApril 13, 2026
Main results expectedNovember 1, 2028
Study endsNovember 1, 2028
Registry record updatedNovember 10, 2026
Trial IDNCT07532954 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Adults aged 18 or older with histologically confirmed neuroendocrine cervical cancer who are English-proficient, able to consent, and have access to a smartphone or computer with internet.

Probably not a fit

People who prefer in-person support, cannot use the required technology, are not English-proficient, or have severe uncontrolled psychiatric conditions may not receive benefit from this online support format.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational program enrolls adults with histologically confirmed neuroendocrine cervical cancer who can use a computer or smartphone; participants join a technology-based peer support community and complete questionnaires about their experiences. The primary aim is to see if participation changes illness perception, emotional wellbeing, and feelings of isolation. Secondary aims include understanding effects on communication with healthcare providers, coping strategies, acceptability of the support format, and identifying unmet needs. Data are collected via questionnaires without any drug or device intervention.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, the peer support community could reduce isolation and improve coping and communication for people living with NECC.

How similar studies have gone: Peer support interventions have shown benefits for emotional well-being and isolation in other cancer populations, but NECC-specific data are limited.

Who can join: the full rules

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Eligibility Criteria

* Histologically confirmed NECC.
* Aged 18 years or older.
* English proficient.
* Provision of signed and dated informed consent form.
* Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and availability for the duration of the study.
* Access to necessary resources for participating in a technology-based intervention (i.e., computer, smartphone, internet access).

Exclusion Criteria None

Where it's running

  • MD Anderson Cancer Center
    Houston, Texas, United States
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Larissa Meyer, MD — M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
  • Study coordinator: Larissa Meyer, MD
  • Email: lmeyer@mdanderson.org
  • Phone: Meyer

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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.