Principal investigators
- Hoang Thi GiangHai Phong University of Medicine and Pharmacy
- Nicolas NagotUMR 1058, Montpellier
Site project · Tuberculosis
IMPROVE
Molecular tuberculosis screening in high-risk populations
Project overview
A two-phase evaluation of innovative tuberculosis screening among people in rehabilitation centres, detention facilities and prisons in Hai Phong.
Objective
Assess the acceptability, feasibility and diagnostic yield of innovative tuberculosis screening in high-risk populations, including molecular testing, alternative non-invasive samples and cost-effectiveness.
Study design
Phase 1, embedded in DRIVE-TB, evaluates AFYIA PCR against Xpert MTB/RIF® and examines sample types and pooling. Phase 2 plans cross-sectional screening in three rehabilitation centres and two detention or prison settings, with referral, treatment follow-up, health education and peer support.
Consortium
Project leadership and partner institutions
Partner institutions
- Hai Phong University of Medicine and Pharmacy
- UMR 1058, Montpellier
- SCDI
- Viet Tiep Hospital