University Of Cape Town
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Cape Town, explained in plain language.
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Can a cheap iron syrup before surgery save kids from anemia risks?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether giving children with iron-deficiency anemia oral iron for 6 to 12 weeks before elective surgery can raise their hemoglobin levels. Researchers enrolled 755 children in South Africa to test this simple, low-cost approach. The goal is to see if treating…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Cape Town • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:19 UTC
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Mobile TB testing vans could catch hidden cases in slums
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether bringing a portable TB test (Gene Xpert) directly to people in crowded communities helps find and treat more TB cases than the usual method of waiting for people to visit a clinic. Over 3,500 adults in South Africa took part. The goal was to see if this …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Cape Town • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC