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Characteristics and Outcomes of Tuberculosis and HIV Co-infections in Upper Egypt

Led by Assiut University · Updated on 2024-08-01

100

Participants Needed

1

Research Sites

21 weeks

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What this Trial Is About

This research aims to investigate the characteristics and outcomes of tuberculosis (TB) and HIV co-infections in Upper Egypt. It focuses on people living with HIV who are at risk for several opportunistic infections depending on their immune system status and regional infection patterns. Tuberculosis is the most common opportunistic infection among HIV-positive individuals, especially in developing countries, and is a leading cause of death in this population worldwide. The study observes two groups: patients with tuberculosis alone and those with both tuberculosis and HIV co-infection. Participants receive a full regimen of antitubercular drugs for at least six months or longer if medically justified. The study does not involve experimental treatments but monitors existing therapy and outcomes over time. Participants will be followed to evaluate their response to tuberculosis treatment over six months, with additional monitoring of pulmonary complications over one year. Researchers will collect data on cure rates and complications to better understand the impact of co-infection. The study involves clinical assessments and laboratory diagnosis to track outcomes and inform future care strategies.

CONDITIONS

Brief Title

Characteristics and Outcomes of TB and HIV Co-infections

Who Can Participate

All Genders

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible

You may qualify if you...

  • Laboratory diagnosis of TB-HIV co-infection
Not Eligible

You will not qualify if you...

  • Patients refusing to participate in the study

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Your Study Journey

Screening

Duration - 2 to 4 weeks

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.

Monitoring

Duration - 6 months or longer as justified by patient condition

Participants with tuberculosis and HIV co-infections are observed to investigate characteristics and outcomes while receiving standard care.

Long-term Monitoring

Duration - Up to 1 year

Participants are followed to assess pulmonary complications associated with tuberculosis over an extended period.

Trial Site Locations

Total: 1 location

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Faculty of Medicine, Assiut University

Asyut, Egypt, 711111

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Research Team

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Waleed MD Gamal Elddin Khaleel, Ass. Prof.

M

Manal MD Ahmed Mahmoud, Ass. Prof.

How is the study designed?

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Masking

N/A

Allocation

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Model

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Primary Purpose

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Number of Arms

2

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