Randomised controlled trial of HPV self-sampling for improving participation in cervical screening: the iPAP trial [ 2013 - 2015 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Dorota Gertig (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Julia Brotherton ,  A/Pr Marion Saville ,  Dr Farhana Sultana ,  Prof Dallas English
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Brief description Effectiveness of cervical cancer screening relies on maximising participation. Unlike a Pap test, an HPV test may be self-collected and this may overcome some of the barriers to Pap testing. Overseas trials have found higher uptake for HPV self-sampling (between 3-30%) compared with Pap test reminder letters. We will conduct the first randomised trial in Australia comparing home-based HPV self-sampling with a reminder letter, to evaluate whether this improves participation and followup.

Funding Amount $AUD 534,461.09

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant