Scientists hunt for immune clues to stop fungal infections in burn victims
NCT ID NCT06828458
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study is looking at 327 adults with severe burns to understand why some develop invasive fungal infections while others do not. Researchers will collect blood and skin samples over several weeks to study the immune response. The goal is to uncover immune factors that could lead to better prevention or treatment of these serious infections.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this research could identify immune factors that protect against fungal infections, pointing toward new ways to prevent or treat them in vulnerable patients.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not directly test any drug or therapy, so any benefits are far off and uncertain.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Hôpital Saint Louis AP-HP
RECRUITINGParis, France
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