Kwashiorkor
MONDO:0006826A syndrome produced by severe protein deficiency, characterized by retarded growth, changes in skin and hair pigment, edema, and pathologic changes in the liver, including fatty infiltration, necrosis, and fibrosis. The word is a local name in Gold Coast, Africa, meaning 'displaced child'. Although first reported from Africa, kwashiorkor is now known throughout the world, but mainly in the tropics and subtropics. It is considered to be related to marasmus. (From Dorland, 27th ed)
Also known as: nutritional edema with dyspigmentation of skin and/or hair, nutritional oedema with dyspigmentation of skin and hair
13 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New scoring system aims to cut child deaths from malnutrition in chad
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a simple scoring system called RISQ to help healthcare workers quickly identify which severely malnourished children are most at risk of dying. Over 14,600 children aged 6 to 59 months in Chad took part. The goal was to see if using the RISQ system could lower d…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Hospital for Sick Children • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can cookies fight malnutrition? new study tests a tasty solution
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether special cookies made from soy, chickpea, and peanut flour could improve the health of malnourished children. Sixty children aged 3 to 10 years were split into two groups: one group ate the cookies daily for three months along with their regular diet, whi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mairaj Noor • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Simple home workout and protein shake may keep seniors on their feet
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether a simple home exercise program and protein supplements, alone or together, could help prevent falls in seniors at risk of muscle loss (sarcopenia). Over 800 older adults with early signs of frailty or a recent fall took part. They were assigned to do str…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Zurich • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Special liquid diet after C-Section may help sick moms recover faster
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether giving a special liquid nutrition formula soon after C-section helps critically ill mothers in the ICU get enough protein and energy. 83 women participated, and researchers measured their protein intake and satisfaction with recovery. The goal was to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ain Shams University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Plant or milk protein: which boosts muscle in seniors?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether daily protein supplements (from plants or milk) can help healthy older adults build and maintain muscle, especially when combined with exercise. Fifty-one participants aged 60-80 received either a plant protein blend, milk protein, or a placebo, along…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Maastricht University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Hidden gut infections may sabotage TB recovery, study suggests
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at 141 people being treated for tuberculosis (TB) to see if intestinal parasites or poor nutrition made their recovery harder. Researchers checked stool samples for parasites and measured weight gain and treatment success. Some participants received nu…
Sponsor: Boston Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC