New study probes why critically ill kids develop stomach issues

NCT ID NCT03011151

First seen Apr 24, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 4 times

Summary

This study looked at why many critically ill children develop stomach and gut problems. Researchers measured certain molecules in the blood and stool of 99 children to see if they are linked to poor stomach emptying and gut barrier damage. The goal was to better understand the causes, not to test a new treatment.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Boston Children's Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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