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NCT07715435 Collection of Biological Samples From Patients With Echinococcosis and Implementation of a Home-made PCR Method

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NCT ID NCT07715435
Status Recruiting
Phase —
Sponsor Azienda Ospedaliera SS. Antonio e Biagio e Cesare Arrigo di Alessandria
Condition Echinococcosis
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment 120 participants
Start Date 2024-08-19
Primary Completion 2034-08-19

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 6 Years
Max Age N/A
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Interventions
Collection of biological samples from echinococcosis patients for the development of a home-based PCR protocol for diagnostic use.

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What to Expect as a Participant

This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.

This trial targets 120 participants in total. It began in 2024-08-19 with a primary completion date of 2034-08-19.

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Brief Summary

Echinococcosis is a zoonotic disease caused by Echinococcus species. Diagnosis currently relies on imaging, serology and microscopy, but microscopy is time-consuming, has limited sensitivity and cannot distinguish between Echinococcus species. Molecular methods such as PCR may therefore provide a faster, more sensitive and species-specific diagnostic approach, with both clinical and epidemiological value. This study aims to improve molecular diagnosis and knowledge of pulmonary echinococcosis.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Suspected diagnosis of echinococcosis * Patients requiring surgery to remove cysts * Patients aged 6 years or over * Signature of informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Patients who are candidates for surgery for other reasons

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Clinical Trial Center

✉ clinicaltrialcenter@ospedale.al.it

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT07715435 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 6 Years or older, studying Echinococcosis. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT07715435 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT07715435 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at clinicaltrialcenter@ospedale.al.it for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT07715435 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Alessandria, Italy.

Who is sponsoring the NCT07715435 clinical trial?

NCT07715435 is sponsored by Azienda Ospedaliera SS. Antonio e Biagio e Cesare Arrigo di Alessandria. The trial plans to enroll 120 participants.

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