New trial aims to cut deaths in severely malnourished kids
NCT ID NCT05994742
First seen Nov 18, 2025 · Last updated Jun 13, 2026 · Updated 27 times
Summary
This study tests whether giving an extra antimicrobial treatment to children recovering from complicated severe acute malnutrition can lower their risk of death or hospital readmission. About 674 children aged 6-59 months will be followed for 24 weeks after starting the treatment. The goal is to address both medical and social challenges these children face after leaving the hospital.
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Locations
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Chitungwiza Central Hospital
Harare, Zimbabwe
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Coast General
Mombasa, Kenya
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Homa Bay
Homa Bay, Kenya
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Matero Hospital
Lusaka, Zambia
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Mbagathi Hospital
Mbagathi, Kenya
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Migori Referral Hospital
Migori, Kenya
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Parirenyatwa Hospital
Harare, Zimbabwe
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Sally Mugabe Hospital
Harare, Zimbabwe
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UTH - University Teaching Hospital
Lusaka, Zambia
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