Egg ladder could help babies beat egg allergy at home

NCT ID NCT06273605

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Murdoch Childrens Research Institute Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a home-based, dietitian-led 'egg ladder' for infants newly diagnosed with egg allergy. Over 12 months, babies gradually ate more cooked egg, starting with baked goods. The goal was to see if this approach is safe and feasible. 109 infants participated, and researchers tracked allergic reactions and how well families followed the plan.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: egg ladder (gradual introduction of egg in cooked forms)
What this could lead to: If successful, this approach could offer a safe, home-based way for infants to outgrow egg allergy without needing hospital visits.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed feasibility study, not a large trial. The results may not apply to all infants, and allergic reactions are still possible.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

food allergy

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

FOOD ALLERGY FOOD ALLERGY IN INFANTS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI)

Melbourne, Victoria, 3052, Australia

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