Improving the Outcomes of Children With Tuberculosis Through Innovative Diagnostics and Treatment Monitoring
Recruiting
Observational Study
Tuberculosis
Healthy Volunteers Welcome
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 0 – 14
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 100 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Research Center Borstel · Other
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About This Trial
This study aims at identifying and evaluating novel diagnostic methods for children evaluated for respiratory tuberculosis. The investigators will use alternative samples like stool, urine, and masks to diagnose children with respiratory tuberculosis. Once diagnosed, the investigators will use target next generation sequencing to determine if the bacillus is resistant to any of the drugs used for …
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion criteria
* Children under 15 years evaluated for respiratory TB.
* Signature of the informed consent form by the parent/guardian and assent form by the child if applicable.
Exclusion criteria
\- Refusal to sign informed consent
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