Study Evaluating the Impact of Using Triplex Rapid Diagnostic Tests (SARS-CoV-2/Influenza/RSV) on Antibiotic Prescribing
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Conditions studied: Respiratory Infections, Antibiotic
In brief
Respiratory infections are very common, especially during winter, and are often caused by viruses such as influenza, SARS-CoV-2 or respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). These illnesses are generally mild, but their symptoms do not always allow a clear distinction to be made between a viral infection and a bacterial infection. In the absence of a precise diagnosis, antibiotics may be prescribed when they are not necessary in many cases. However, the excessive use of antibiotics contributes to the development of bacterial resistance, which is a major public health issue. The aim of this study is to better understand whether the use of a rapid test (called TROD), which can quickly identify certain respiratory viruses, can help doctors reduce unnecessary antibiotic prescriptions for these infections. The test will be performed using a swab gently inserted into the nose.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT07243249
- Run by
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris
- People needed
- 2000
- Starts
- 2026-01-07
- Expected to finish
- 2026-04-01
- Last updated by the study team
- 2026-01-14
Who can join
Age: 1 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Age ≥ 1 year
- Presenting with:
- Either fever (temperature > 38°C measured by patient or physician) within the past 72 hours, and one of the following symptom combinations:
- Rhinorrhea (white, yellow, or green discharge) and/or nasal obstruction, and cough
- Body aches, cough, and fatigue
- Odynophagia and negative strepto-test
- Cough
- Otalgia
- Or suspicion of lower respiratory tract infection: signs of infection (respiratory rate > 20/min, heart rate > 100/min, fatigue, Body aches, chills, or fever), associated with pulmonary localization signs [cough, sputum, chest pain, auscultatory abnormality (rhonchi, crackles, or wheezing)]
- Affiliation with the national health insurance system
- Informed consent obtained from the adult participant, or from the person(s) with parental authority for a minor participant
You may not qualify if…
- Requirement for hospitalization
- Presence of a non-respiratory infection requiring concomitant antibiotic treatment.
- Patients covered by State Medical Aid (AME)
Where it is running
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris — Garches, France (enrolling)
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