Diagnosis of tuberculosis from smear-negative presumptive TB cases using Xpert MTB/Rif assay: a cross-sectional study from Nepal.
Priyatam Khadka, Januka Thapaliya, Ramesh Bahadur Basnet...
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31888522Actively Recruiting
Led by Assiut University · Updated on 2024-08-01
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Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
21 weeks
Total Duration
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
Characteristics and Outcomes of TB and HIV Co-infections
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Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
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.
Duration - Up to 1 year
Participants are followed to assess pulmonary complications associated with tuberculosis over an extended period.
Total: 1 location
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Faculty of Medicine, Assiut University
Asyut, Egypt, 711111
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Waleed MD Gamal Elddin Khaleel, Ass. Prof.
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Manal MD Ahmed Mahmoud, Ass. Prof.
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
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Number of Arms
2
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