Plain-English translation of NCT05628194 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
Read our Anal Cancer research guide →Researchers at the University of Minnesota want to better understand what gay and bisexual men know about anal cancer screening and prevention. This survey-based study will ask men who have sex with men about their current awareness of anal cancer risk, their opinions on screening options, and whether they have received recommended preventive care. The goal is to identify gaps in knowledge and care so that doctors can improve how they talk to patients about anal cancer prevention.
Anal cancer is a serious health concern for gay and bisexual men, but many may not be aware of screening options or prevention strategies available to them. This research exists to understand what information men have (or don't have) and what their real-world experiences are with preventive care, so doctors and public health experts can do better at reaching and educating this community.
You will complete a large survey, likely online via social media, that asks about your knowledge of anal cancer screening, your opinions on prevention strategies, and your personal experiences receiving (or not receiving) preventive care. The survey is designed to take a reasonable amount of time and can be done from home at your own pace. There are no medications to take, no office visits required, and no medical procedures involved — just answering questions honestly about your awareness and experiences.
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United States
Enrollment target
~92 participants
Started
June 2023
Primary completion
June 2026
Age range
18 Years and older
Sex
Male only
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in July 2026.