Scientists map hidden germs in kids with cancer

NCT ID NCT02949427

First seen Dec 10, 2025 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 13 times

Summary

This study looked at the tiny organisms (fungi and bacteria) living in the mouth and nose of 62 children with leukemia or those getting a bone marrow transplant. Researchers wanted to understand how these germs change after chemotherapy or transplant. The goal was to learn more, not to test a treatment.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

    Memphis, Tennessee, 38105, United States

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