New study aims to uncover hidden fever culprits in cambodia

NCT ID NCT04034264

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026 · Updated 11 times

Summary

This study is looking for the germs that cause fevers in Cambodia, especially those spread by insects like mosquitoes. Researchers will use advanced genetic testing to find these germs in blood and nasal samples from 6,500 people. The goal is to better understand what is making people sick and to guide future efforts to diagnose and treat these illnesses.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help identify unknown causes of fever in Cambodia and guide future studies on vector-borne diseases.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not directly benefit participants, and results may take years to impact clinical practice.

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Conditions

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As listed by the trial registrant

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Kampong Speu Referral Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Chbar Mon, Cambodia

  • Kantha Bopha Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Phnom Penh, Cambodia

  • Khmer-Soviet Friendship Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Phnom Penh, Cambodia

  • National Pediatric Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Phnom Penh, Cambodia

  • Preah Kossomak Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Phnom Penh, Cambodia

  • Takeo District Referral Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Takeo, Cambodia

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