Pill vs. needle: can a daily penicillin pill prevent heart damage in kids?
NCT ID NCT05693545
First seen Mar 20, 2026 · Last updated May 17, 2026 · Updated 10 times
Summary
This study looks at whether taking penicillin twice a day by mouth is as good as getting a monthly shot to stop rheumatic heart disease from getting worse in children aged 5 to 17. The trial involves over 1,000 children with early signs of heart valve damage. If oral penicillin works just as well, it could make prevention easier and more comfortable for kids and families.
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Uganda Heart Institute
Kampala, Uganda, Uganda
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