Tetanus
MONDO:0005526A serious infectious disorder that follows wound contamination by the Gram-positive bacterium Clostridium tetani. The bacteria produce a neurotoxin called tetanospasmin, which causes muscle spasm in the jaw and other anatomic sites.
Also known as: Clostridium tetani caused infectious disease of the nervous system, Clostridium tetani infectious disease of the nervous system, lockjaw
43 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 43 tagged with Tetanus itself.
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Sub-types of Tetanus
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Tetanus neonatorum 0 trials
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One shot, six protections: can a new vaccine match current standards?
Vaccine Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial tests a new combination vaccine called BK1803 in healthy infants aged 2 to 7 months. The vaccine aims to protect against six diseases: whooping cough, diphtheria, tetanus, polio, hepatitis B, and Haemophilus influenzae type b. Researchers compare BK1803 to a st…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Tanabe Pharma Corporation • Aim: Vaccine
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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No-Needle tetanus shot? new patch trial begins
Vaccine Not yet recruitingThis first-in-human study tests a new microneedle patch (Miracus) that dissolves in the skin to deliver a tetanus vaccine without a needle. Thirty healthy adults will receive either an empty patch or one loaded with vaccine. Researchers will check safety, tolerability, and whethe…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Microneedle Solutions Ltd • Aim: Vaccine
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New vaccine for moms could shield babies from whooping cough
Vaccine Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new vaccine called TdaP2gen in 320 pregnant women in Thailand to see if it safely protects their babies from tetanus, diphtheria, and whooping cough. The vaccine is given during pregnancy, and researchers measure antibody levels in mothers and infants up to 18 …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Chiang Mai University • Aim: Vaccine
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New vaccine trial aims to shield teens and adults from whooping cough
Vaccine Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial is testing a new combination vaccine that protects against whooping cough, diphtheria, and tetanus (Tdap) in people aged 10 and older. Researchers want to see if different doses are safe and trigger an immune response. The study involves 96 volunteers and c…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Changchun BCHT Biotechnology Co. • Aim: Vaccine
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New Low-Dose tdap vaccine trial aims to boost protection with fewer side effects
Vaccine Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new version of the Tdap vaccine (which protects against tetanus, diphtheria, and whooping cough) that has reduced antigens. The goal is to see if it is safe and triggers a strong immune response in people aged 6 and up. Around 660 volunteers will receive either…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Institute of Medical Biology, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences • Aim: Vaccine
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Bacteria-Based immunotherapy targets pancreatic tumors in first human test
Disease control Not yet recruitingResearchers are testing a new immunotherapy called Lm-LLO-TT in adults with advanced pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma that has already been treated with chemotherapy. Lm-LLO-TT uses a weakened form of Listeria bacteria engineered to carry a tetanus toxoid antigen, aiming to spark…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Loki Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Spit test could replace needles for tetanus check
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study aims to create a quick, non-invasive test using saliva to see if someone has enough antibodies to fight tetanus. Instead of drawing blood, a small saliva sample on a test strip would give results in 10-15 minutes. The test is designed for low- and middle-income areas w…
Sponsor: University of Birmingham • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New shot aims to block deadly tetanus after dirty wounds
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new medicine called SNA02-48 to see if it can prevent tetanus in people who have had a high-risk wound, like a deep cut or puncture from a dirty object. About 600 adults will receive either the new injection or the standard treatment (human tetanus immunoglobul…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Sinovac Life Sciences Co., Ltd. • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Tetanus immunity under the microscope: do antibodies hold up after 2.5 years?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study checks how long protection from a tetanus vaccine lasts. Researchers take blood samples from 240 people who received the vaccine or a control in an earlier trial, 2.5 years after their shots. They measure antibody levels to see if they still meet protective thresholds.…
Sponsor: CanSino Biologics Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Will a single DTP vaccine dose protect for a decade? study tracks antibodies
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 160 people who previously received a 5-component DTP vaccine (protecting against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis) to see how long their immune protection lasts. Blood samples are taken at 2.5, 5, and 10 years after vaccination to measure antibody levels. The…
Sponsor: CanSino Biologics Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC