Probiotics and zinc for children with brain infection
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Infections clinical trials.
This trial tests whether adding probiotics (healthy bacteria) and zinc supplements to standard treatment helps children with a brain infection called ventriculitis. It aims to see if these supplements improve recovery and reduce complications.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be diagnosed with ventriculitis (brain infection).
- Your child must not have other serious health conditions like heart disease or autoimmune disease.
- Your child must not be allergic to zinc.
- Your child must not be allergic to probiotics.
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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