Could fewer calories save more lives? new trial for malnourished kids
NCT ID NCT06846749
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether giving severely malnourished children lower-calorie feeds during the first stage of hospital treatment is safe and helps them survive. About 135 children aged 6 months to 5 years will receive either a standard feed or one of two reduced-calorie feeds. Researchers will closely monitor for low blood sugar and other complications to find the safest approach.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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International Centre for Diarrheal Disease Research
Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital
Blantyre, Malawi
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