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Institut Paoli Calmettes Cervical Cancer Database

This study, called 'Institut Paoli Calmettes Cervical Cancer Database,' is about collecting health information from patients at a hospital in France who have cervical cancer. It's not testing a new treatment or medicine; instead, it's building a useful collection of data. This information helps doctors learn more about how cervical cancer affects different patients, especially those aged 18 to 95. By looking at details from many patients, researchers can gain a better understanding of the condition. This type of study is important because it helps improve how cervical cancer is understood and managed, ultimately aiming to help future patients.

At a glance

Status

Recruiting

Sponsor

Institut Paoli-Calmettes

Enrolment target

6,000

Start

01 Jan 2002

Estimated completion

01 Dec 2030

Uterine Cervical Neoplasms

What is this study about?

This study, called the 'Institut Paoli Calmettes Cervical Cancer Database,' is all about gathering information from patients who have been diagnosed with cervical cancer at a hospital in France. Think of it like building a very organised library of health details. Instead of testing a new medication or treatment, researchers are collecting existing medical information from patient records.

The main goal is to create a detailed database. This means they are taking information about your diagnosis, treatment, and how you are doing over time, and putting it all together in one place. By looking at this collection of data from many different people, doctors and researchers can learn more about cervical cancer.

This kind of study is really important because it helps us understand patterns and trends in the disease. For example, they might look at how different treatments work for different age groups, or what factors might be linked to better outcomes. This deeper understanding can eventually lead to improvements in how cervical cancer is diagnosed, treated, and cared for in the future.

Key takeaways

It's a study collecting existing medical information, not a new treatment.
It helps doctors learn more about cervical cancer.
Participation involves no extra appointments or tests.
Open to women aged 18-95 with a cervical cancer diagnosis.
Your data could help improve future care for others.
Your decision to participate is voluntary and won't affect your care.

Who may be eligible?

To be part of this study, you would need to be a female patient who has received a diagnosis of cervical cancer.

There are no specific reasons that would prevent you from taking part, as long as you meet the main requirement of having cervical cancer. The study is open to a wide age range, from adults aged 18 all the way up to 95 years old.

Could this study suit you?

Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.

Are you female?
Have you been diagnosed with cervical cancer?
Are you between 18 and 95 years old?
Are you a patient at Institut Paoli-Calmettes?

Answer every question to see your result.

What does participation involve?

If you decide to take part in this study, it simply means that your existing medical information related to your cervical cancer diagnosis and treatment will be added to a secure database. You won't need to attend any extra appointments or undergo any new tests or procedures specifically for this study. There's no medication involved that you would need to take, and no extra follow-up visits beyond your usual medical care. The total duration of your involvement is simply the time it takes for your health information to be collected and recorded.

Potential risks and benefits

The main benefit of participating is knowing that your health information contributes to a greater understanding of cervical cancer, which could help future patients. This study involves data collection only, so there are no direct medical risks or side effects associated with physical interventions. Your information will be kept confidential. You always have the right to withdraw your consent for your data to be used at any point without it affecting your medical care.

Locations (1)

Institut Paoli Calmettes
Verified postcode
Marseille, France· Recruiting

Common questions

What is a 'database' in this study?

It's like an organised digital filing cabinet where researchers store health information about patients with cervical cancer to study it.

Will I get any new treatment if I join?

No, this study is only collecting information from your existing medical records; it's not testing new treatments.

Who can join this study?

Adult women aged 18 to 95 who have been diagnosed with cervical cancer at Institut Paoli-Calmettes.

Will my doctors know if I join or not?

Yes, your medical team will be aware, but your decision won't affect the care you receive.

Does this study involve medication?

No, this study does not involve taking any new medications.

How to find out more

Dominique Genre, MD

drci.up@ipc.unicancer.fr 0033491223778 Official trial record

Always speak to your GP or specialist before deciding to take part in a study.