Could early gut bacteria shape a Child's health? a 3-Year study seeks answers
NCT ID NCT07762729
First seen Aug 13, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study follows 1,000 children from birth to age 3 to see how their gut microbiome develops and how it relates to growth and health. Researchers will collect stool samples and measurements at regular intervals, along with details about diet, environment, and medical history. The goal is to identify factors that influence healthy microbiome development and its potential impact on child well-being.
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
- This study could reveal how early-life gut bacteria shape child growth and health, potentially guiding future preventive strategies.
- What could go wrong
- As an observational study, it can show associations but not cause and effect. Results may take years and might not lead to direct interventions.
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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Baoji Maternal and Child Health Hospital
Baoji, Shanxi, 721099, China
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Children's Hospital of Fudan University
Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 201102, China
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Jiangshan Maternal and Child Health Hospital
Quzhou, Zhejiang, 324199, China
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Qidong Maternal and Child Health Hospital
Nantong, Jiangsu, 226200, China
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Yiyang Maternal and Child Health Hospital
Yiyang, Hunan, 413000, China
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