Clinical trial · Observational
Evaluating the Human Papillomavirus Self-Collection Experience in Individuals Who Have Experienced Sexual Trauma
Qualitative Study of HPV Self-Collection Experience and Cervical Cancer Screening in Patients With a History of Sexual Trauma
- Source
- ClinicalTrials.gov
- Retrieved
- Sep 8, 2026
- Layer
- normalized (units and labels harmonized; values unchanged)
- Run
- ING-CLINICALTRIALS-20260908-000001
Summary
Brief summary (as posted)
This study explores the human papillomavirus (HPV) self-collection experience among individuals with a history of sexual trauma. Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women worldwide and is the second leading cause of cancer-related death in women ages 29-39. Despite programs to improve accessibility of cervical cancer screening and overall high screening rates, disparities in routine surveillance have been demonstrated in certain populations, such as victims of intimate partner violence and sexual trauma. One barrier to participating in cervical cancer screening for this population is the office-based visit which necessitates the individual to undress, sit with their legs in stirrups, and undergo speculum examination for specimen collection. This type of visit may cause distress for participants who have experienced sexual violence. HPV self-collection has been studied with favorable outcomes in effectiveness and ease of use. This study evaluates the experience of HPV self-collection among individuals who have experienced sexual trauma.
Conditions
Conditions (2)
Free-text conditions as registered, with the CancerIndex entity they were reconciled to and the match type.
| Condition (as posted) | Mapped entity | Match | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cervical Carcinoma | Cervical Carcinoma | ONTOLOGY_EXACT | 0.98 |
| Human Papillomavirus Infection | — | UNRESOLVED | — |
Interventions
Interventions (3)
| Intervention | Type | Mapped drug | Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| HPV Self-Collection | Procedure | — | UNRESOLVED |
| Interview | Other | — | UNRESOLVED |
| Survey Administration | Other | — | UNRESOLVED |
Design
Arms and outcomes
Arms (1)
- label
- Observational (survey, HPV self-collection, interview)
- description
- Participants complete a survey, use an HPV self-collection kit, and attend an interview over 30 minutes.
- interventionNames
- Procedure: HPV Self-Collection
- Other: Interview
- Other: Survey Administration
Primary outcomes (2)
- measure
- Experience of cervical cancer screening in patients with a history of sexual trauma
- timeFrame
- Up to 12 months
- description
- Data analysis of interview transcripts will occur concurrent with data collection. The transcripts will be analyzed using Taguette, a qualitative software program. The coding scheme to analyze interview transcripts will be developed through an iterative and reflective process using grounded theory. A comparative, iterative, and interactive method, grounded theory follows a cyclical research process of collecting, analyzing and coding data, memo-writing and theoretical sampling to the point of saturation, where no new ideas, theories or constructs emerge. The research team will thoroughly explore the data and develop a comprehensive list of categories. The categories will be used to identify themes and make connections both between and across interview subjects. Thematic analysis will be basis of the study's findings.
Eligibility
Eligibility (as posted)
- Sex
- Female
- Minimum age
- 25 Years
Show eligibility criteria text
Inclusion Criteria: * Individuals with a cervix who are eligible for primary HPV testing (age 25 and older) according to national cervical cancer screening guidelines * Identify themselves as having a history of IPV, sexual abuse, or sexual trauma * Participants will also need to have access to a smartphone, tablet, or computer with video capability * English speaking * Reside in the State of Oregon * Patients who have participated in prior HPV self-collection study (reference Institutional Review Board \[IRB\] number- IRB# 23478) will also be eligible to participate in the interview if they meet the remaining eligibility requirements (i.e. history of IPV, sexual abuse, sexual trauma) Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals who are not English speaking * Individuals \< 25 years old or no longer eligible/recommended to undergo cervical cancer screening * Resides outside the state of Oregon * Adults who are unable to consent or are decisionally impaired * Individuals without a cervix (i.e. prior hysterectomy)
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