Penicillin shot may stop syphilis in pregnancy, new trial hopes

NCT ID NCT07189208

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study tests whether giving penicillin to pregnant women at high risk for syphilis can prevent infection. About 500 women in Rio de Janeiro will receive either penicillin or routine care during their third trimester. The goal is to protect both mother and baby from congenital syphilis.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Centro de Referencia e Atenção Especializada a Saúde da Mulher (CRAESM)

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    Duque de Caxias, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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  • Hospital Federal dos Servidores do Estado

    RECRUITING

    Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

  • Policlínica Hospital Municipal Duque de Caxias

    RECRUITING

    Duque de Caxias, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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  • Unidade Básica de Saúde José de Freitas

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    Duque de Caxias, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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

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