Could knowing the germs behind summer diarrhea in kids lead to better prevention?
NCT ID NCT04209751
First seen Aug 07, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026
Summary
This study aims to find out which germs cause summer diarrhea in children who visit the emergency room. Researchers will collect stool samples from children aged 0 to 16 and test them for viruses, bacteria, and parasites. The goal is to better understand the causes of these infections and identify factors that could help prevent them.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Stool testing (PCR and microscopic examination)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help doctors better understand which germs cause summer diarrhea in children, potentially leading to improved prevention and treatment strategies.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, so it won't test a new treatment. The findings may only apply to the specific region and time period studied.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHU de Clermont-Ferrand
Clermont-Ferrand, 63000, France
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