Point of Care Diagnosis of Vaginal Infections (NCT06438575) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Point of Care Diagnosis of Vaginal Infections
United States351 participantsStarted 2024-06-16
Plain-language summary
Vaginal infections are a common gynecologic issue and may cause significant symptoms and discomfort for individuals. Point of care tests are used to diagnose infections in the office, with an advantage of quick diagnosis and treatment. Examples of point of care tests are urine pregnancy, rapid strep and COVID-19 tests. This study will enroll persons with vaginal complaints and compare diagnosis and treatment based on usual care to diagnosis and treatment using a Food and Drug Administration-approved point of care test for the diagnosis of vaginitis. The study is being done to better understand diagnosis, treatment, and satisfaction using point of care tests compared to usual care.
Participants will be randomized to one of two study arms:
Arm 1: the healthcare provider will perform their usual evaluation and tests to make the diagnosis and provide treatment, as needed.
Arm 2: the provider will be asked to use the results of the point-of-care test being used in the study to make the diagnosis and provide treatment, as needed.
Regardless of arm, all diagnoses and treatment will be provided through the healthcare provider. All participants will be contacted 2 weeks later to answer a questionnaire related to diagnosis, treatment, current symptoms, and satisfaction with their visit. Medical records related to vaginal complaints, up to 30 days from enrollment, will be reviewed by the study team to obtain information on symptoms, tests performed, results, and treatments prescribed.
Who can participate
Age range
14 Years
Sex
FEMALE
See this in plain English?
AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Primary study
Inclusion Criteria:
* Complaining of at least one symptom of vaginitis: vaginal discharge, vaginal odor, vulvar or vaginal itch. Women having vulvar or vaginal discomfort such as irritation, burning, pain of less than 2 months duration are also eligible. Pregnant participants who complain of vaginal discharge will be required to have at least one additional vaginal symptom to be eligible.
* Seeking care at one of the participating offices.
* Able and willing to provide informed consent.
* Willing to undergo all study-related assessments and procedures, including self-collection of vaginal swabs, answering questions/surveys, agreeing to the review and collection of information from their medical record from the office (enrollment/index) visit and up to 4 weeks after the office visit.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Previous participation in this study.
* Any condition, that in the opinion of the investigator, would preclude provision of consent, make participation in the study unsafe, complicate interpretation of study outcome data, or otherwise interfere with achieving the study objectives
Healthcare Provider Sub-study
Inclusion Criteria:
* Able and willing to provide informed consent
* Provided clinical care to at least one study participant on the date of their study enrollment
* Willing to undergo all study-related assessments including answering questions/surveys
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Number of Participants Prescribed Appropriate Treatment