New score could spot TB in hungry kids faster

NCT ID NCT04240990

First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 16 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 have severe acute malnutrition. Researchers in Uganda and Zambia tested different diagnostic methods in 603 children. The goal was to develop a tool that improves TB detection and treatment decisions in this vulnerable group.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Arthur Davidson Children Hospital

    Ndola, Zambia

  • Lusaka University Teaching Hospital

    Lusaka, Zambia

  • Mulago National Referral Hospital

    Kampala, Uganda

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