Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Understanding immune cell behavior in sarcoidosis and tuberculosis

Official title: Role of Monocytes (Mo) and Macrophages (Ma) in Sarcoidosis and in Tuberculosis

Run by Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris · NCT05916638 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to understand how certain immune cells behave in people with sarcoidosis and tuberculosis to see what causes the ongoing inflammation in these conditions.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment100 (estimated)
SponsorAssistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Paris)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 15, 2024
Main results expectedJanuary 2029
Study endsJanuary 2030
Registry record updatedMarch 3, 2026
Trial IDNCT05916638 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults over 18 years old diagnosed with either sarcoidosis or tuberculosis.

Probably not a fit

Patients with HIV infection, pregnant or breastfeeding women, or those under legal protection may not benefit from this study.

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

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to investigate the role of monocytes and macrophages in the formation and maintenance of granulomas in patients with sarcoidosis and tuberculosis. By comparing these two conditions, the study will define a systemic signature of immune cells using blood samples and tissue analysis through advanced techniques such as multi-parameter spectral flow cytometry and RNA sequencing. The research seeks to identify the factors contributing to chronic immune cell overactivation, which may provide insights into the pathophysiology of granulomatous diseases.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding and management of sarcoidosis and tuberculosis, potentially enhancing treatment strategies for patients.

How similar studies have gone: While there have been studies on granuloma formation, this specific approach focusing on the MoMa systemic signature in sarcoidosis compared to tuberculosis is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria:

1. Male and female \> 18 years old
2. Diagnosis of sarcoidosis and of tuberculosis
3. Affiliated to medical insurance

Exclusion criteria:

1. HIV infection
2. pregnant or breastfeeding woman
3. Patient under legal protection, guardianship or curators
4. Absence of signed consent" Secondary exclusion criteria Other causes of granulomatosis ultimately identified as sarcoidosis or tuberculosis

Where it's running

  • Hôpital Bichat
    Paris, France
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Karim SACRE, MD-PhD, PU-PH — Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris
  • Study coordinator: Karim Sacre, MD-PhD, PU-PH
  • Email: karim.sacre@aphp.fr
  • Phone: 0140256019

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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.
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