New tool aims to improve nutrition for seniors with swallowing issues

NCT ID NCT07205354

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study is creating a simple tool to measure food preferences in patients over 70 in geriatric wards. Researchers will show patients photos of foods to see which ones they recognize and like. The goal is to better understand how swallowing problems affect food choices and help design more appealing, safe diets.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to: If successful, this tool could help personalize diets for older patients, potentially reducing malnutrition and improving quality of life.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage, observational study focused on tool development, not a treatment. It may not lead to direct health improvements or apply to all older adults.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Deglutition Disorders Feeding Behavior

As listed by the trial registrant

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

EATING HABITS HOSPITALISATION IN GERIATRICS SWALLOWING DISORDER

Contacts and locations

Locations

Groupement hospitalier Sud Court Séjour de Gériatrie
RECRUITING

Pierre-Bénite, 69310, France
Groupement hospitalier Sud Unité de Soins Médicaux et de Réadaptation
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Pierre-Bénite, 69310, France
Hopital Pierre GARRAUD Unité de Soins Médicaux et de Réadaptation
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Lyon, 69005, France

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