Tobacco use treatment for HIV patients in Vietnam

Implementing Tobacco Use Treatment in HIV Clinics in Vietnam

Not applicable Interventional New York University · NCT05162911

This study is testing three different ways to help people with HIV in Vietnam quit smoking and see which method works best for them.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment672 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorNew York University Academic / other
Locations1 site (Hanoi, Nam Tu Liem)
Trial IDNCT05162911 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of three different interventions designed to help tobacco users quit smoking within HIV outpatient clinics in Vietnam. The interventions include a combination of counseling and referral to a national quitline, a structured cessation counseling program, and the addition of nicotine replacement therapy. A total of 672 patients will be randomly assigned to one of the three intervention arms, with their smoking status monitored over a six-month period using biochemical validation. The study also includes formative assessments and pilot testing to ensure the interventions are tailored to the local clinical context.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are current tobacco users who are patients at HIV outpatient clinics in Hanoi and can be reached by phone.

Not a fit: Patients who are pregnant, nursing, or have serious health conditions such as recent myocardial infarction or arrhythmias may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could significantly improve smoking cessation rates among people living with HIV, enhancing their overall health and quality of life.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown success with similar tobacco cessation interventions in various populations, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this context.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* patients in the HIV OPCs
* current tobacco users
* patients who live in Hanoi
* patients reachable by phone

Exclusion Criteria:

* patients for whom there is a need for precaution in using NRT will be excluded
* patients with recent myocardial infarction (2 weeks)
* patients serious underlying arrhythmias
* patients who are pregnant or nursing
* patients are unable to demonstrate capacity for consent
* patients already enrolled in a tobacco use treatment program.

Where this trial is running

Hanoi, Nam Tu Liem

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 Tobacco UseImplementation Science
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