HPV throat cancer study tracks hidden infections in women and partners

NCT ID NCT06115772

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Aug 06, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study is checking how often women who have HPV-positive throat cancer, or whose partner has it, also have HPV infections in their genital or anal areas. Researchers will compare these rates to similar women without cancer. The goal is to learn more about how HPV spreads and affects health in these groups.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors better understand and monitor HPV-related cancer risks in patients and their partners.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly change care. Results may not apply to all populations.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Mayo Clinic in Rochester

    RECRUITING

    Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States

    Contact Email: •••••@•••••

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