What is the Optimal Training Model for Cervical Awareness?

Cervical cancer represents the fourth most prevalent malignant disease and the fourth leading cause of mortality among women on a global scale. Despite screening and preventive vaccination efforts, cervical cancer remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in low- and middle-income countries.

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Key information

Conditions

HPV Infection Cervical Cancer Cervical Dysplasia Communicable Diseases DNA Virus Infections Disease Attributes Female Urogenital Diseases Female Urogenital Diseases and Pregnancy Complications Genital Diseases Genital Diseases, Female Genital Neoplasms, Female Infections Neoplasms Neoplasms by Site Papillomavirus Infections Pathologic Processes Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Precancerous Conditions Sexually Transmitted Diseases Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Viral Tumor Virus Infections Urogenital Diseases Urogenital Neoplasms Uterine Cervical Diseases Uterine Cervical Dysplasia Uterine Cervical Neoplasms Uterine Diseases Uterine Neoplasms Virus Diseases

Age range

18 year and older

Sex eligibility

Female

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Izmir City Hospital

Izmir, Turkey (Türkiye)

About this study

A number of studies have been conducted with the aim of raising awareness about HPV and cervical cancer. However, there is currently no evidence-based consensus on the most effective method of education. The objective of this study is to identify the optimal training method by conducting a randomised controlled trial among healthcare professionals. The training methods under consideration are as follows: 1) Video-based training, 2) Classical lecture training, 3) Brochure, 4) Audio recording (Radio broadcast).

Prior to the commencement of the designated training methods, participants will be required to complete a web-based pre-test. Subsequent to this, the system will automatically assign each participant to a training intervention. Upon completion of the training programme, participants will be required to undertake a second test, the results of which will inform the selection of the most effective training method.

This study will be conducted separately in several distinct healthcare professional groups. Each randomized controlled trial will include 400 participants.

Planned groups include:

Public health nurses

Medical doctors

Medical interns

Midwives

The objective is to identify the most effective educational intervention for improving awareness of HPV and cervical cancer prevention within each group.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

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

Inclusion criteria

Being over 18 and under 40

Female doctors, female nurses and female health technicians
Working in our hospital
Having sufficient mental capacity
Not having a visual or auditory disability
Volunteering to participate in the study

Exclusion criteria

Under 18 and over 40
Not being a healthcare worker
Not having enough mental capacity
Having a visual or auditory disability
Patients who did not volunteer to participate in the study

Treatment and study plan

Education Intervention

Behavioral

Training will be provided to the participants, with the objective of determining the most accurate training method on HPV and cervical awareness.

Primary outcomes

Test Score, Pre-Training

Time frame: After completion of the 25-item assessment tests (first and second test) and training, an average of 1 month.

Participants will first take a test where they will receive a maximum of 25 points and a minimum of 0 points. Then the participants will be automatically assigned to one of the 4 training models, then the trainings will be given and the same test will be applied to the participants again.

By looking at the second test and first test scores, it will be determined which training model increases the participant's score more. Thus, we will be able to understand which form of education increases HPV and cervical awareness in our society.
Test Score, Post-Training

Time frame: After completion of the 25-item assessment tests (first and second test) and training, an average of 1 month.

Participants will first take a test where they will receive a maximum of 25 points and a minimum of 0 points. Then the participants will be automatically assigned to one of the 4 training models, then the trainings will be given and the same test will be applied to the participants again.

By looking at the second test and first test scores, it will be determined which training model increases the participant's score more. Thus, we will be able to understand which form of education increases HPV and cervical awareness in our society.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Izmir City Hospital

Other Gov

Registry information

Important dates

Study start: 2024
Primary completion: 2024
Study completion: 2024
First posted: Aug 20, 2024
Registry last updated: May 20, 2025

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