Multibacillary leprosy
MONDO:0041751A lepromatous form of leprosy that is characterized by numerous infiltrated skin lesions displaying high bacillary loads, impaired peripheral nerves, possible involvement of internal organs, and a Th2-mediated immune response.
Also known as: multibacillary leprosy, lepromatous leprosy
3 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 3 tagged with Multibacillary leprosy itself.
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New ultrasound and DNA test could revolutionize leprosy diagnosis
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a new approach—using ultrasound to guide a tiny needle to collect fluid near the ulnar nerve, then analyzing it for leprosy bacteria DNA—can more accurately diagnose leprosy and confirm when it's cured. Researchers will follow 108 participants for on…
Sponsor: University of Brasilia • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New fingerprick test and antibiotic aim to stop leprosy before it starts
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study in Bangladesh tests whether giving a single dose of the antibiotic rifampin to people who live with or near leprosy patients can prevent infection. Researchers will use a new fingerprick blood test to measure infection markers before and after treatment. The goal is to…
Sponsor: Annemieke Geluk • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:46 UTC