Study uncovers gut inflammation link in sick kids
NCT ID NCT03011151
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at why many critically ill children develop gut problems like slow digestion and leaky gut. Researchers measured certain proteins linked to inflammation in 99 children to see if they cause these issues. The goal was to better understand the problem, not to test a new treatment.
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Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
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