U.S., Feb. 8 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT06815588) titled 'Improving the Outcomes of Children with Tuberculosis Through Innovative Diagnostics and Treatment Monitoring' on Dec. 17, 2024.
Brief Summary: This study aims at identifying and evaluating novel diagnostic methods for children evaluated for respiratory tuberculosis. The investigators will use alternative samples like stool, urine, and masks to diagnose children with respiratory tuberculosis. Once diagnosed, the investigators will use target next generation sequencing to determine if the bacillus is resistant to any of the drugs used for treatment. Additionally, children initiated under TB treatment will be followed-up during treatmen...