New diagnostic score could save malnourished kids from missed TB
NCT ID NCT04240990
First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated Jun 06, 2026 · Updated 21 times
Summary
This study aimed to create a simple scoring system to help doctors diagnose tuberculosis (TB) in hospitalized children aged 2 to 59 months who also have severe acute malnutrition. Researchers in Uganda and Zambia tested various diagnostic methods in 603 children to find the most accurate combination. The goal is to improve early and correct TB treatment decisions in this vulnerable group.
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Locations
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Arthur Davidson Children Hospital
Ndola, Zambia
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Lusaka University Teaching Hospital
Lusaka, Zambia
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Mulago National Referral Hospital
Kampala, Uganda
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