New pap smear device aims to reduce pain and boost screening rates
NCT ID NCT06861504
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a new device called the Femscope Calm Collect Device for collecting cervical cells during cancer screening. The goal was to see if it could collect cells just as well as a traditional Pap smear but with less pain and discomfort. Thirteen healthy women aged 21-45 took part, each receiving both the new device and a standard Pap smear for comparison.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Femscope Calm Collect Device
What this could lead to
If it works, this device could make cervical cancer screening more comfortable and encourage more women to get tested regularly.
What could go wrong
This was a very small, early study with only 13 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The device may not collect cells as well as the standard method.
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University of Michigan Flint
Flint, Michigan, 48502, United States