Institute Of Tropical Medicine, Belgium
Clinical trials sponsored by Institute Of Tropical Medicine, Belgium, explained in plain language.
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New Two-Drug combo aims to stop leprosy spread in its tracks
Prevention Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests whether a combination of two antibiotics (bedaquiline and rifampicin) can better prevent leprosy than the current standard single dose of rifampicin. Over 124,000 people living near a leprosy patient in the Comoros will receive either the new two-dose reg…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Institute of Tropical Medicine, Belgium • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Scientists probe hidden causes of deadly parasite relapse in HIV patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at 20 adults in Ethiopia who have both HIV and visceral leishmaniasis (a serious parasitic disease). Researchers want to find out why the parasite keeps coming back in some patients and how to better monitor treatment. Participants provide samples and attend foll…
Sponsor: Institute of Tropical Medicine, Belgium • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Mpox survivors tracked for 5 years to uncover hidden health effects
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 345 people who had mpox or received the smallpox vaccine to see if there are any long-term physical or mental health problems. Researchers will also check how long the body's immune memory lasts by testing blood, saliva, semen, and anal swabs over 5 years. Part…
Sponsor: Institute of Tropical Medicine, Belgium • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New study aims to curb antibiotic overuse for fevers in congo
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study will follow 500 adults and children in the DRC who come to the clinic with a fever. Researchers want to see if using a simple blood test (CRP), a WHO antibiotic guidebook, or electronic decision tools can help doctors prescribe antibiotics more appropriat…
Sponsor: Institute of Tropical Medicine, Belgium • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC