Protein power: study tracks preemie growth after NICU diet boost
NCT ID NCT04190875
First seen Feb 01, 2026 · Last updated Jun 13, 2026 · Updated 16 times
Summary
This study follows very low birth weight premature infants who previously received either a high-protein or standard-protein diet in the NICU. Researchers will measure their growth, body composition, and brain development at 18-24 months of age. The goal is to see if a higher protein diet leads to better long-term outcomes.
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Baylor College of Medicine / Texas Children's Hospital
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States
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