New spinal fluid test may spot brain infections faster
NCT ID NCT06482463
First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated Jun 16, 2026 · Updated 26 times
Summary
This study looks at whether measuring a substance called D-lactate in spinal fluid can help doctors diagnose meningitis (a serious brain infection) in patients who have a tube draining fluid from their brain. About 185 adults with suspected meningitis will have their spinal fluid tested. The goal is to see if this new test is more accurate than current methods.
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Toulouse Hospital
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