New spinal fluid test may spot brain infections faster
NCT ID NCT06482463
First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 14 times
Summary
This study looks at whether measuring a substance called D-lactate in spinal fluid can help doctors more accurately diagnose meningitis in patients who have a tube draining fluid from the brain. About 185 adults with a suspected infection will have their spinal fluid tested. The goal is to see if this new test works better than current methods.
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Toulouse Hospital
RECRUITINGToulouse, France
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