Tick-borne infections in Finland: a broad, multicenter look at Lyme, TBE and other infections

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

This multicenter observational study from Turku University Hospital and partners in Helsinki and Ålands gathers data on people with clinical suspicion of tick-borne disease. The aim is to understand the range of infections beyond Lyme disease and TBE, including emerging pathogens, and to improve knowledge about their symptoms, progression, and diagnostic testing needs. The study will collect clinical information and blood samples to characterize infections and explore how climate change may influence tick-borne disease patterns. It does not involve an intervention or treatment, but aims to inform future diagnostics and patient care for tick-borne diseases.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

Clinical suspicion of tick-borne disease.

Exclusion criteria

1. Prisoners
2. Adults who are unable to decide, unless next of kin gives consent.
3. Patients, who cannot attend the first follow-up visit or phone call.
4. Patients, who are not willing to give a blood sample at the initiation.

Where it's running

• Helsinki University Central Hospital
  Helsinki, Finland Recruiting
• Turku University Hospital
  Turku, Finland Recruiting
• Ålands hälso- och sjukcård ÅHS
  Mariehamn, Finland Not yet recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Jukka Hytönen, professor
• Email: jukka.hytonen@utu.fi
• Phone: +358294504544

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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.