Special formula may help malnourished infants with bile duct disease
NCT ID NCT06764082
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a high-MCT (medium-chain triglyceride) formula given before and after Kasai surgery can improve growth and nutrition in infants with biliary atresia. Biliary atresia is a rare liver condition that blocks bile flow, leading to malnutrition. The trial will enroll 120 infants under 3 months old across multiple centers, comparing the special formula to standard feeding. The main goal is to see if the formula helps babies gain weight better.
What this could mean
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Active substance
high MCT formula (special medical-purpose formula food with medium-chain triglycerides)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could improve growth and nutritional status in infants with biliary atresia after surgery, potentially leading to better long-term outcomes.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage, open-label study with only 120 participants, so results may not be conclusive. The intervention is dietary, so benefits may be modest and not apply to all infants.
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Locations
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Tongji Hospital
RECRUITINGWuhan, Hubei, 430030, China
Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••