Observational study of acute respiratory infections in adults

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

The POS-ARI-ER study is an observational study aimed at characterizing acute respiratory infections (ARIs) in adults presenting to hospitals across Europe. It focuses on the diagnostic and therapeutic practices used in the management of ARIs, as well as the clinical outcomes of patients. The study will collect data on routine diagnostic methods and pharmacological interventions through standardized report forms, providing insights into the etiology of ARIs and the effectiveness of current treatment strategies. By evaluating the implementation of advanced diagnostic technologies, the study seeks to improve patient outcomes and reduce antimicrobial resistance.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

Inclusion criterion for Group 1:

* Age ≥ 18 years

Inclusion criterion for Group 2:

* Age \< 18 years
* Clinical suspicion of a new episode of acute respiratory tract infection, with onset in the last 10 days
* Patient presents to an emergency room or secondary care setting
* Informed consent is provided by patient or their legal representative

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patient has been transferred from another hospital
* Patient admitted to hospital for \>2 days at the time of enrolment
* Patient has been previously enrolled in the POS-ARI-ER study

Where it's running

• Universitair Ziekenhuis Antwerpen
  Antwerp, Belgium Recruiting
• CHU Limoges
  Limoges, France Recruiting
• Noordwest Ziekenhuisgroep
  Alkmaar, Netherlands Recruiting
• Amsterdam UMC
  Amsterdam, Netherlands Recruiting
• Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest
  Bucharest, Romania Recruiting
• General Hospital, Kragujevac
  Kragujevac, Serbia Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Jake Dunning
• Email: pos-ari-er@ndm.ox.ac.uk
• Phone: 01865 612974

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.