HPV throat cancer study tracks hidden infections in women and partners

NCT ID NCT06115772

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

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

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

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

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

human papillomavirus-related squamous cell carcinoma oropharynx squamous cell carcinoma

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Mayo Clinic in Rochester

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    Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States

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