Bacterial pneumonia study in children
Part of Infections, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study looks for a specific type of bacteria called Moraxella catarrhalis in children with bacterial pneumonia. It uses a lab test to find the bacteria, which may help doctors choose the right antibiotic.
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Who can take part
- Your child must have pneumonia caused by a bacterial infection.
- Your child must not have pneumonia caused by a virus.
- Your child must not have tuberculosis.
- Your child must not have a weakened immune system.
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