Status:
COMPLETED
Molecular Epidemiology of Streptococcus Pyogenes Among Children in Bamako, Mali
Lead Sponsor:
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Conditions:
Streptococcus Group A
Eligibility:
All Genders
5-16 years
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to learn more about sore throats caused by the germ Group A Streptococcus (GAS) or "Strep". When "Strep" causes a sore throat, it can be treated with medicines called anti...
Detailed Description
Data on the epidemiology of group A streptococci (GAS) infection in developing countries is limited. Available publications suggest that not only is disease prevalent, but severe manifestations contin...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- 5 to 16 years old (at enrollment/beginning of the school year).
- Enrolled at one of the 4 participating elementary schools in Djikoroni-para/Sébénikoro.
- A parent or guardian provides informed, written consent.
- A child 13 years or older (at enrollment/beginning of the school year) who provides assent.
Exclusion
- No exclusion criteria included in this protocol.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
April 1 2006
Trial Type :
OBSERVATIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
September 1 2009
Estimated Enrollment :
1757 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00305123
Start Date
April 1 2006
End Date
September 1 2009
Last Update
February 15 2013
Active Locations (1)
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Center for Vaccine Development - Mali
Bamako, Bamako, Mali