Rheumatic heart disease screening and prevention study
Part of Heart & circulation, Infections clinical trials.
This study is looking for people living in rural areas of Sindh, Pakistan, to help screen for and prevent rheumatic heart disease. It aims to find and treat the condition early.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You live in a rural community in the Sindh province of Pakistan.
- You are willing to take part in the study.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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