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NCT Number: NCT04070534

PALS for Pap Smear Follow up

In this study, the researchers will utilize information gained from patient interviews about their knowledge of the cervical cancer screening and treatment process, and perceived barriers surrounding appropriate follow up, to create content for the intervention.

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Key information

Conditions

Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice Behavior

Age range

21 year–65 year

Sex eligibility

Female

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

New York Prebyterian Hospital Weill Cornell

New York, 10065, United States

About this study

The overall goal of this research is to develop and test an intervention designed to improve knowledge and follow up among underserved women with abnormal pap smears. The researchers will use a unique web-based platform, the Patient Activated Learning System (PALS), which provides engaging and informative video and text designed to improve patient knowledge specifically among underserved populations. Twenty diverse patients with abnormal pap smears will be recruited from the Women's Health colposcopy clinic for initial qualitative interviews. Forty patients from the same population will then be engaged in a pre-post pilot to examine feasibility, acceptability, and impact of modules on improving knowledge.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • All Women 21-65 years with diagnosis of abnormal pap smear presenting to Women's Health Colposcopy Clinic at WCMC
  • Access to a smartphone
  • English or Spanish Speaking

Exclusion criteria

  • Pregnant women
  • Non-English or Spanish speakers

Treatment and study plan

PALS

Other

patient activated learning system

Primary outcomes

  1. Reusable knowledge objects (RKOs)

    Time frame: Month 1-2

    Knowledge of cervical cancer screening and treatment, and perceived barriers, as measured in qualitative interviews

  2. Knowledge change

    Time frame: Month 3-4

    Quantitative change in knowledge post-intervention, as measured by attendance rates at follow-up visits

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Weill Medical College of Cornell University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Utilization Of A Web-Based Platform (Patient Activated Learning System- PALS) To Improve Knowledge And Follow-Up Among Women With Abnormal Cervical Cancer Screening (PALS)

Acronym: PALS

Important dates

Study start
2019
Primary completion
2026
Study completion
2026
First posted
Aug 28, 2019
Registry last updated
Aug 3, 2026

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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