Kids off IV nutrition: are they thriving?

NCT ID NCT06525753

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: The Hospital for Sick Children Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study follows 120 children with intestinal failure who have stopped receiving nutrition through an IV (parenteral nutrition) for at least a year. Researchers want to see if these children grow up healthy by checking for poor growth, vitamin shortages, weak bones, unusual body composition, and delayed puberty. The goal is to understand what health issues may arise after stopping IV nutrition so doctors can provide better long-term care.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this study could reveal long-term health outcomes for children weaned off parenteral nutrition, guiding better follow-up care.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly improve health. Results may not apply to all patients due to the small sample size.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

chronic intestinal failure Hyperphagia Intestinal Failure

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

INTESTINAL FAILURE PARENTERAL NUTRITION

Contacts and locations

Locations

The Hospital for Sick Children
RECRUITING

Toronto, Ontario, M5G 1X8, Canada

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