University Of Cape Town
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Cape Town, explained in plain language.
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Breakthrough trial aims to save lives in deadly TB/HIV combination
Disease control OngoingThis large Phase 3 trial is testing whether adding higher doses of two antibiotics (rifampicin and levofloxacin) for 14 days, with or without steroids, improves survival for adults hospitalized with severe, widespread tuberculosis and HIV. Researchers believe these intensified tr…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Cape Town • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 18, 2026 14:40 UTC
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AI vs. doctors: can computers find hidden TB and COVID cases?
Diagnosis OngoingThis study is testing whether a computer program that reads chest X-rays can help find cases of tuberculosis (TB) and COVID-19 more efficiently in communities in Africa. It will involve over 26,000 adults to see if using this artificial intelligence (AI) tool can speed up diagnos…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Cape Town • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:35 UTC