HPV Infections for Oropharyngeal Cancer
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to determine how often women with throat cancer, or those with a partner who has throat cancer, develop high-risk HPV (human papillomavirus) infections in the anogenital area that could lead to cancer. Participants will fill out surveys, watch a video about HPV vaccination, and provide blood and saliva samples. They are also encouraged to maintain regular cervical screenings and may be referred to a gynecologist if needed. The study seeks women diagnosed with HPV-positive throat cancer or female partners of those diagnosed, who are patients at the Mayo Clinic and can complete the required surveys.
As an unphased trial, this study offers participants the chance to contribute to important research that could enhance understanding and prevention of HPV-related cancers.
Do I have to stop taking my current medications for the trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about this trial because it takes a comprehensive approach to understanding HPV's impact on anogenital health in women, especially those connected to oropharyngeal carcinoma cases. Unlike typical treatments that focus on individual symptoms or conditions, this trial combines education, screenings, and biological sample collection to provide a more holistic view of HPV's effects. By integrating educational videos on HPV vaccination and ensuring participants are up to date with cervical and anogenital screenings, this trial aims to improve prevention and early detection strategies, potentially leading to more effective public health interventions.
Who Is on the Research Team?
Kathryn M. Van Abel, M.D.
Principal Investigator
Mayo Clinic in Rochester
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Observational
Participants complete surveys, watch an educational video on HPV vaccination, and undergo collection of blood and saliva samples. Patients also undergo cervical screening per standard of care and may receive a referral to gynecology if not up to date on anogenital screening.
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after the observational activities
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Non-Interventional Study
How Is the Trial Designed?
1
Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Participants complete surveys, watch an educational video on HPV vaccination and undergo collection of blood and saliva samples on study. Patients also undergo cervical screening per standard of care and may receive a referral to gynecology if not up to date on anogenital screening.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Mayo Clinic
Lead Sponsor
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