New drug combo aims to knock out CMV faster in lung transplant patients

NCT ID NCT07235683

First seen Nov 19, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study tests whether adding a drug called letermovir to the usual antiviral treatment helps clear CMV infection faster in people who have received a lung transplant. About 40 participants with active CMV will receive either letermovir or a placebo alongside standard care. The main goal is to see if more patients achieve viral clearance by week 3.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • University Health Network, Toronto General Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Toronto, Ontario, M5G 2C4, Canada

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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