New study aims to boost growth and health in kids with thalassemia

NCT ID NCT06931912

Ongoing Disease control Sponsor: Institute of Hematology & Blood Diseases Hospital, China Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at growth problems in children with thalassemia, a blood disorder. Researchers will test a program that includes health education, nutrition plans, exercise, and support to help kids grow better. The goal is to improve height, weight, and overall well-being in 369 children across China.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: behavioral intervention (monitoring, education, nutrition plans, exercise, support)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could lead to better growth, nutrition, and quality of life for children with thalassemia.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage behavioral study with no drug or cure. Results may not apply to all patients, and improvements may be modest.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

beta thalassemia beta-thalassemia intermedia beta-thalassemia major delayed puberty, self-limited Puberty, Delayed thalassemia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

GROWTH DELAY PUBERTY, DELAYED THALASSEMIA INTERMEDIA THALASSEMIA MAJOR

Contacts and locations

Locations

Regenerative Medicine Center and Red Blood Cell Disorders Center

Tianjin, Tianjin Municipality, China

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