Detecting uterine and ovarian cancers with a vaginal sample device
Part of Cancer, Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests a new device that collects a sample from the vagina to see if it can find endometrial (uterine) or ovarian cancers. If you are seeing a gynecologist and can tolerate a speculum or tampon, you may be able to help.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older
- You can give written permission to join the study
- You are already seeing a gynecologist (women's health specialist)
- You can tolerate a vaginal exam with a speculum or a tampon
- You have not had a hysterectomy (uterus removal)
- You are not pregnant and have no current vaginal infections or symptoms
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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