Prospective Study of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) Among HIV-Infected Persons
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2017-10-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
This study will prospectively evaluate the prevalence and incidence (over a two year period)
of MRSA colonization and infection among HIV-infected military beneficiaries to determine
predictors for the development of MRSA colonization and infection. This study will also
investigate the utility of decolonization procedures for clearance of MRSA carriage and
prevention of MRSA infections. Finally, the molecular characteristics and the antimicrobial
sensitivities of isolates in this population will be determined.
Phase:
N/A
Details
Lead Sponsor:
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
Collaborators:
Infectious Diseases Clinical Research Program National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) US Military HIV Research Program