RecruitingNCT06904820

Acceptability and Feasibility of Simultaneous Screening for Viral Hepatitis B, C and HIV Among Drug Users and Vulnerable Populations, in Non-conventional Structures "Outside the Walls" by Dual Screening Method RTDs and FibroScan®


Sponsor

University Hospital, Limoges

Enrollment

2,300 participants

Start Date

Jun 5, 2025

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Summary

The "Scanvir" concept aims to achieve barriers to HCV screening and treating of marginalized patients. The concept is applicable to other various populations and territories and should effectively improve HCV patient's health outcomes. The main objective of the SCANVIR project was to evaluate the feasibility, acceptability and reproducibility of a "test, treat and cure" strategy for PWIDs and vulnerable populations during dedicated days in addiction care centers.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing whether a dual rapid screening approach — using quick finger-prick blood tests plus a liver stiffness scan (FibroScan) — can effectively identify hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV in people who use drugs or are from vulnerable populations who may not typically access traditional healthcare settings. **You may be eligible if...** - You are 18 years old or older - You visit or are referred to a non-traditional community health setting (e.g., a harm reduction center or outreach service) - You have no objection to taking part in the research **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You are under 18 years old - You object to participating in research Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Limoges University Hospital

Limoges, France

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