Ancylostomiasis
MONDO:0005645Infection by hookworms of the genus Ancylostoma.
Also known as: hookworm infection, Ancylostoma caused disease or disorder, Ancylostoma disease or disorder, Ancylostoma infectious disease, Ancylostoma duodenale infection
7 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 6 tagged with Ancylostomiasis itself.
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New combo drug doses aim to wipe out whipworm in toddlers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether higher doses of ivermectin, combined with albendazole, are safe and effective for treating whipworm infections in children aged 2 to 5 years. The trial involved 260 children in Tanzania and compared different doses of ivermectin, including a new dissolva…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Jennifer Keiser • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Could a Two-Drug punch finally knock out whipworm in kids?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether combining two drugs—moxidectin and albendazole—works better than albendazole alone for treating whipworm infections in children aged 6 to 12. The trial took place in Tanzania and involved 224 children. Researchers measured how many children were cured an…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Jennifer Keiser • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 19:06 UTC