Evaluation of an adaptive, multimodal intervention to reduce postoperative infections following cesarean delivery in Ethiopia: study protocol of the CLEAN-CS cluster-randomized stepped wedge interventional trial
DiscussionA cluster-randomized stepped wedge design is well-suited for evaluating this type of surgical safety program. The targeted standards are not in doubt, yet compliance is frequently difficult. Solutions are available and may be recognized by individuals, but teams dedicated to improvement are often lacking. Clean Cut was successfully piloted but requires a more rigorous methodological assessment. We seek to understand the qualities, characteristics, and resources needed to implement the program, the magnitude of effect on processes and outcomes, and to what degree it can enhance compliance with care standards. Chal...
Source: Trials - August 19, 2022 Category: Research Source Type: clinical trials

Evaluation of Less Invasive Procedures for Visceral Leishmaniasis Treatment Efficacy Monitoring Test of Cure
Condition:   Visceral Leishmaniasis Intervention:   Diagnostic Test: ELISA, LAMP, Cytokine Release Assay Sponsors:   Foundation for Innovative New Diagnostics, Switzerland;   Leishmaniasis Research and Treatment Cener University of Gondar, Ethiopia;   WHO Collaborating Centre for Leishmaniasis, INstituto de Salud Carlos III, Spain;   University of Amsterdam Medical Center, Netherlands;   London School of H ygiene and Tropical Medicine, UK Recruiting (Source: ClinicalTrials.gov)
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov - June 22, 2022 Category: Research Source Type: clinical trials

A Cluster Randomized Controlled Intervention to Improve Institutional Birth Rate in a Rural District of Ethiopia
Condition:   Maternal Health Services Intervention:   Behavioral: Safe motherhood Promotion Sponsors:   Prof Yves Jacquemyn;   Flemish Interuniversity Council (VLIR);   Arba Minch University, Ethiopia Completed (Source: ClinicalTrials.gov)
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov - May 23, 2022 Category: Research Source Type: clinical trials