Pulmonary non-tuberculous mycobacterial infection

This trial investigates whether a rapid C-reactive protein (CRP) blood test can help doctors decide when antibiotics are truly needed for adults with acute respiratory infections in Indonesian primary health clinics. Many such infections are viral and do not require antibiotics, …

This study tests whether the antibiotic rifabutin can improve treatment for people with a stubborn lung infection caused by Mycobacterium abscessus that has become resistant to the common antibiotic clarithromycin. Researchers will enroll 60 adults with active lung disease and me…

This study is testing whether the BCG vaccine, originally developed for tuberculosis, can safely treat Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) lung disease. Researchers will give 48 adults either a single BCG injection or a placebo and monitor them for side effects, immune responses, a…

This clinical trial is testing different combinations of antibiotics to find the best way to treat a lung infection caused by Mycobacterium abscessus, a bacteria that is hard to kill. About 300 adults and children with this infection will receive various drug regimens, including …

This study tests a drug called epetraborole for people with a chronic lung infection caused by Mycobacterium abscessus. About 84 adults will take either a low or high dose of the drug or a placebo for 84 days. Researchers will check if symptoms improve and if the infection clears…

This study tests whether ColdZyme mouth spray can lower the amount of virus people breathe out when they have a cold or flu. Researchers will measure virus particles in exhaled air before and after using the spray. The goal is to see if the spray might help reduce airborne transm…

This study tests whether giving oral antibiotics instead of IV antibiotics is just as safe and effective for patients with common infections like pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and cellulitis. About 4,000 adults in Danish emergency rooms will be randomly assigned to start o…

This study tests whether adding Chinese herbs to standard treatment can help people with a hard-to-treat lung infection called Mycobacterium abscessus. The herbs aim to clear the bacteria from sputum and prevent the infection from coming back. About 352 adults who have finished t…

This program provides Lamprene (clofazimine), a drug normally used for leprosy, to adults with NTM infections that haven't responded to other treatments or caused intolerable side effects. Patients take 100 mg of clofazimine daily as part of a multi-drug regimen. The goal is to o…

This study compares two antibiotics, clarithromycin and azithromycin, for treating MAC lung infections, a serious bacterial lung disease. About 424 adults with MAC infection will receive one of the two drugs alongside standard treatments. The goal is to see if azithromycin works …

This study tests whether adding the antibiotic contezolid to standard drugs can shorten treatment for Mycobacterium Avium Complex (MAC) lung disease. About 188 adults with the nodular bronchiectatic form of the disease will either receive contezolid plus standard therapy for 6 mo…

This study is testing the safety of a drug called gallium nitrate in 40 adults with cystic fibrosis who have a difficult-to-treat lung infection called NTM. Participants will receive two 5-day cycles of the drug through an IV. The main goal is to see if the treatment is safe and …

This study tests whether adding the antibiotic contezolid to the usual three-drug regimen can better reduce bacteria in the sputum of adults with Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) lung disease. About 188 participants will receive either the standard treatment alone or with contez…

This study is testing a finger-prick blood test called FebriDx in 800 children aged 2-11 who have a fever and symptoms of a respiratory infection. The goal is to see if the test can quickly tell whether the infection is caused by bacteria or something else (like a virus). If accu…

This study tests a new technology called Pictura Bio that aims to detect respiratory viruses quickly and cheaply from nose or throat swabs. Researchers will collect samples from 1000 adults and children with suspected viral infections at a UK hospital. The data will be used to tr…

This study is testing new rapid tests (lateral flow and microfluidic devices) to detect respiratory infections in children and adults in Uganda, Ethiopia, and Senegal. Researchers want to see if these tests are accurate and easy to use in low-resource clinics. Participants with r…

This study is testing a new diagnostic tool that helps doctors quickly tell if a respiratory infection is caused by bacteria or a virus. The goal is to see if using this test leads to better treatment decisions, fewer unnecessary antibiotics, and lower healthcare costs. About 100…

This study tests whether the drug ORC-13661 can prevent hearing loss in people receiving intravenous amikacin for a lung infection called NTM. About 105 adults will take either a high dose, low dose, or placebo daily for up to 90 days. Researchers will compare hearing changes amo…

This study tests whether a daily cordyceps sinensis capsule (Bailiing Capsule) can prevent the recurrence of Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) lung disease in adults who have already been cured. 300 participants will take either the cordyceps capsule or a placebo for 12 months, w…

This study tests whether inhaling a salty mist (3% hypertonic saline) can improve breathing symptoms in people with nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) lung disease who haven't yet started antibiotics. About 262 adults will either start the saltwater treatment right away for 6 mon…

This study tests whether a 6-week exercise program can improve fitness and quality of life in people with nontuberculous mycobacterial pulmonary disease (NTM-PD), a chronic lung infection. Researchers will enroll 50 adults aged 40-80 and randomly assign them to start exercise rig…

This study gathers fluid and tissue from the lungs and nose of healthy volunteers and people with a history of lung infections. Researchers will compare samples to find differences in immune function that might explain why some people are more prone to infections. Participants un…

This study aims to identify the types of fungi causing pneumonia in immunocompromised ICU patients and test how resistant they are to antifungal drugs. Researchers will collect samples from 250 adults in intensive care who have pneumonia that does not respond to antibiotics. The …

This study aims to learn more about non-tuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) infections, which cause repeated lung and other organ infections. Researchers will study up to 1,000 participants to understand the genetics, symptoms, and best treatments for these infections. The study also…

This study tracks respiratory infections in thousands of patients across China to build a better early warning system. Researchers collect routine medical data and samples to identify which germs are circulating and how the body responds. The goal is to help hospitals and health …

This study tests whether implementing new Swiss national guidelines for acute respiratory infections can reduce unnecessary antibiotic prescribing in primary care. Researchers will work with 200 family doctors in quality circles and walk-in clinics, providing training and materia…

This study looks at whether a substance in the blood called soluble PD-1 can help predict if a certain type of lung disease caused by NTM bacteria will get worse. Researchers will follow 500 adults from different countries to see if higher levels of this marker are linked to more…

This study is observing 2,000 children under 2 years old in Ho Chi Minh City who have respiratory infections. Researchers will test for RSV, track how the virus spreads across seasons, and measure the illness's impact on families, including medical costs. No new treatments or vac…

This study looks at how different types of mycobacterial infections, including drug-resistant tuberculosis and nontuberculous mycobacteria, change the body's immune response. Researchers will collect blood and other samples from 120 participants, including healthy people and thos…

This study helps U.S. healthcare centers figure out if patients are getting NTM lung infections from the hospital environment. Researchers will compare germs from patients' lungs with germs from water and dust in the hospital and homes. The goal is to create a standard method to …

This study looks at 80 adults—40 with NTM lung disease (not on antibiotics) and 40 with bronchiectasis alone—to see if their health needs differ. Using questionnaires and simple physical tests, researchers will assess quality of life, nutrition, mood, and muscle strength. The goa…

This study tests two ways to help general practitioners (GPs) use antimicrobial stewardship resources when treating respiratory tract infections. One group gets online training and self-audit tools; the other gets face-to-face support. Researchers will track how often GPs use the…

This study will follow 2,000 people of all ages who visit their doctor with symptoms of an acute respiratory infection, like cough, sore throat, or runny nose. Researchers will collect information on symptoms, treatments, and lab results to better understand how these infections …

This study looks at whether a quick lab test (Spotfire R/ST) can help doctors decide when antibiotics are truly needed for people with respiratory infections like colds or sore throats. About 800 urgent care patients will take part, and researchers will compare antibiotic use bef…

This study looks at the bacteria living in the lungs of people with a chronic lung condition called bronchiectasis who may also have an NTM infection. Researchers will collect sputum and airway samples from 1000 participants to compare the lung microbiome of those with and withou…

This study is investigating whether germs called non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) found in home water systems and dust can cause lung infections in people with cystic fibrosis. Researchers will collect samples from the homes of 120 CF patients—some with NTM infections and some …

This study will follow 1,000 adults who come to fever clinics with a respiratory infection. Researchers will collect data on symptoms, lab tests, and chest scans at the start, then check in over time to see who develops pneumonia or other complications. The goal is to better unde…

This study in Kyrgyzstan is testing whether using a rapid C-reactive protein (CRP) blood test and giving patients an information leaflet can help doctors prescribe fewer antibiotics for respiratory infections like coughs and sore throats. About 1050 adults will be randomly assign…

This study is recruiting 100 adults with hard-to-treat nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) lung infections to see if phage therapy—using viruses that kill bacteria—can help. Researchers will collect blood and airway samples to find biological markers that show whether the treatmen…