New study aims to break the silence on sex after gynecologic cancer

NCT ID NCT06904339

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Fox Chase Cancer Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether an educational video and workbook can help gynecologic cancer patients bring up sexual health concerns with their cancer care team. About 200 patients will either receive the video and workbook plus a resource guide, or just the guide alone. Researchers will record clinic visits and track whether patients discuss sexual health, and measure their sexual function and mood over six months.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Starting the Conversation (educational video and workbook)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could help gynecologic cancer patients feel more comfortable discussing sexual health with their doctors, potentially improving their sexual function and emotional well-being.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage behavioral study, not a drug trial. The intervention may not significantly change communication or outcomes, and results may not apply to other cancer centers.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

female reproductive organ cancer

As listed by the trial registrant

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

GYNECOLOGIC CANCERS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Fox Chase Cancer Center
RECRUITING

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19111, United States

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