New texting system aims to boost cervical cancer screening in kenya

NCT ID NCT06286462

Ongoing Disease control Sponsor: University of Kansas Medical Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a web-based tool called the Cancer Tracking System (CATSystem) that sends automated texts and alerts to help women in Kenya get timely cervical cancer screening and follow-up care. About 6,600 women across 10 hospitals will take part, with half the hospitals using the system and half providing standard care. The goal is to see if the system increases the number of women who receive guideline-recommended treatment after a positive screen.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Cancer Tracking System (CATSystem) - a web-based tool that sends reminders and tracks patient care
What this could lead to: If successful, this system could help more women get timely screening and treatment for cervical cancer, reducing preventable deaths in Kenya.
What could go wrong: This is a relatively early-stage implementation study, and the system's effectiveness may vary across different hospital settings. It also relies on cell phone access, which may not be universal.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cervical cancer Uterine Cervical Neoplasms

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CERVICAL CANCER

Contacts and locations

Locations

Akala Health Center

Akala, Kenya
Alupe Sub-County Hospital

Busia, Kenya
Bondo Referral Hospital

Bondo, Kenya
Busia County Referral Hospital

Busia, Kenya
Khunyangu Sub-County Hospital

Busia, Kenya
Matayos Health Center

Busia, Kenya
Nambale Sub-County Hospital

Siaya, Kenya
Port Victoria Sub-County Hospital

Busia, Kenya
Ukwala Sub-County Hospital

Ukwala, Kenya
Yala Sub-County Hospital

Siaya, Kenya

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