Investigating Achromobacter bacteria in cystic fibrosis patients on Réunion Island

Pathogenicity of Species of the Achromobacter Genus in Patients With Cystic Fibrosis: a Prospective Multicentre Exploratory Study of a Cohort in Réunion Island.

Observational Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de la Réunion · NCT06371261

This study is trying to see how different types of Achromobacter bacteria affect lung health in cystic fibrosis patients living on Réunion Island.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment35 (estimated)
SexAll
SponsorCentre Hospitalier Universitaire de la Réunion Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Saint-Denis and 1 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06371261 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to explore the pathogenicity of Achromobacter species in cystic fibrosis patients residing on Réunion Island. By utilizing MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry for rapid identification of these bacteria, the study will assess the frequency of pulmonary exacerbations associated with different Achromobacter species. The research will focus on understanding the virulence and resistance of these bacteria, which could inform better management strategies for cystic fibrosis patients. The findings may lead to improved guidelines for dealing with Achromobacter colonization in clinical settings.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include cystic fibrosis patients living in La Réunion Island who have tested positive for Achromobacter spp.

Not a fit: Patients without cystic fibrosis or those with cystic fibrosis but no Achromobacter-positive tests during the study period may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the management of cystic fibrosis by providing insights into the pathogenicity of Achromobacter species.

How similar studies have performed: While the pathogenicity of Achromobacter in cystic fibrosis is emerging, this specific approach using MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry for identification is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Minor or major cystic fibrosis patients
* Patients with at least one sputum cytobacteriological test positive for Achromobacter spp. during the inclusion period.
* Patients living in La Réunion island.
* Patients for whom a non-opposition was obtained orally (if applicable from both one of the child's legal guardians and the child him/herself)

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients without cystic fibrosis.
* Patients with cystic fibrosis but no Achromobacter-positive ECBC during the study inclusion period

Where this trial is running

Saint-Denis and 1 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Cystic FibrosisAchromobacter speciesMALDI-TOF mass spectrometryRéunion Island
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