University Of Cape Town
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Cape Town, explained in plain language.
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Peer power: new study tests if coach mpilo can keep men with HIV in care
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a program called Coach Mpilo, where men living with HIV are trained as peer coaches to help other men stay in HIV care and take their medication. The study will include 800 men in South Africa who have missed a clinic visit. The goal is to see if this peer suppor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Cape Town • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:51 UTC
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Choice-Based HIV support: a new way to keep patients in care?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether letting people choose their own type of HIV support helps them stay in care. 140 adults starting or restarting HIV treatment in Cape Town will be randomly assigned to standard care, in-person group support, or a choice of in-person group, WhatsApp group, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Cape Town • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New DNA test could speed up personalized TB treatment
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a new DNA sequencing method using sputum can quickly identify which TB drugs will work for patients with drug-resistant tuberculosis. Current tests are slow and miss some resistance, leading to poor outcomes. The trial will compare the new approach to sta…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Cape Town • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 26, 2026 08:55 UTC