Could a 48-week interferon treatment cure hepatitis b in kids?

NCT ID NCT07231276

First seen Nov 17, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study tests whether a 48-week course of pegylated interferon alfa-2b can help children and teens (ages 3 to 17) with chronic hepatitis B achieve a functional cure, meaning the virus is no longer active. 113 participants will either receive the drug or be observed on standard care. The goal is to find better treatment options for young patients.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Nanfang Hospital

    Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510515, China

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

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