New texting system aims to boost cervical cancer screening in kenya

NCT ID NCT06286462

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

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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

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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