IRON DEFICIENCY

This study tests if giving intravenous (IV) iron before spinal fusion surgery can reduce the need for blood transfusions in teens with scoliosis who are also iron deficient. About 120 participants aged 10-19 will receive either IV iron or a placebo before their scheduled surgery.…

This study tests whether giving preterm babies (born before 32 weeks) a drug called darbepoetin plus a slow-release intravenous iron can reduce the need for blood transfusions, keep iron levels healthy, and improve brain development. About 120 infants will be enrolled and compare…

This study compares two forms of iron (ferrous fumarate and ferrous bisglycinate) in prenatal supplements to see which one boosts iron stores better and causes fewer stomach issues. About 172 healthy pregnant women in Vancouver will take one of the two types daily from mid-pregna…

This study looks at whether taking lactoferrin (a protein found in human milk) along with a small amount of iron can improve iron levels and exercise performance in women who exercise a lot and have low iron stores. About 30 women aged 18-45 will take either a low or high dose of…

This study tests whether giving iron through a vein can improve quality of life and exercise ability in older adults with a narrowed heart valve and low iron levels after a minimally invasive valve replacement. About 400 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either ir…

This study tests whether a single dose of intravenous iron can improve exercise capacity in people with a type of heart failure (HFpEF) who also have low iron levels. About 66 adults with stable heart failure will receive either the iron infusion or a placebo. The main goal is to…

This study tests whether giving iron through a vein can improve exercise ability and daily function in people with pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in the lungs) who also have low iron. Many patients with this condition cannot absorb iron from pills, so intravenous iro…

This study tests whether a special oral iron supplement (sucrosomial iron) can improve exercise ability and quality of life in people with chronic heart failure who also have low iron levels. About 60 participants will receive either the iron supplement or a placebo for several w…

This study looks at how different types and doses of oral iron supplements affect iron levels, exercise performance, and gut health in young female athletes with low iron stores. Participants will take one of three iron supplements every other day for 12 weeks and complete fitnes…

This study looks at how well young women with overweight or obesity absorb iron from their diet compared to women at a healthy weight. Researchers will track iron levels, inflammation, and dietary intake over two years in 70 South African women. The goal is to understand why obes…

This study uses MRI scans to see how iron moves to different organs like the heart, liver, and kidneys after an intravenous iron infusion. Researchers will follow 12 adults with iron deficiency for hours, days, and weeks after treatment. The goal is to learn more about iron stora…