Clinical trials
Malnutrition clinical trials
Below are recruiting malnutrition clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 115 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06599580Recruiting
Checking kids' arm measurements to prevent relapse after malnutrition recovery
This study tests whether measuring a caregiver's arm width can help predict if a child who recently recovered from severe malnutrition will become malnourished again. It aims to find ways to catch problems early and keep children healthy.
NounaAges 6 months–4.5 years - NCT07195006Recruiting
Malnutrition in pregnancy and child growth study
This study looks at how nutrition during pregnancy affects the health of mothers and babies, including gut health and growth. It compares women with low nutrition to those with healthy nutrition.
HarareAges 18 years+ - NCT06010719RecruitingPhase 4
Azithromycin for severe malnutrition in children
This study tests whether adding the antibiotic azithromycin to standard nutritional care helps young children with severe acute malnutrition recover better. It is for children aged 6 to 59 months in Burkina Faso who have uncomplicated malnutrition and are not currently on antibiotics.
Nouna, KossiAges 6 months–4.9 years - NCT06038071Recruiting
Family MUAC check-ups after recovery from malnutrition
This trial checks on children who have recovered from malnutrition to see how well they stay well. It uses a simple arm measurement to track their nutrition over time.
Sekota, AmharaAges 6 months–4.9 years - NCT06317402Recruiting
Hospital malnutrition study at Pitié-Salpêtrière
This study looks at how malnutrition is managed in hospitalized patients. If you are an adult staying in certain units at Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital, researchers will ask you a few questions about your nutrition and care.
Paris, FranceAges 18 years+ - NCT06380504Recruiting
Increasing severe malnutrition treatment in Ethiopia
This trial tests ways to help more children with severe acute malnutrition (SAM) get treatment in Ethiopia. If your child has SAM or is already in a SAM treatment program, they may be eligible.
JimmaAges 6 months–5 years - NCT06441305Recruiting
Treating severe malnutrition in Kenyan children
This study looks at whether community health workers can help more children with severe acute malnutrition get treated. If your child is 6 months to 5 years old and has severe malnutrition, they may be able to join.
LodwarAges 6 months–5 years - NCT06626360Recruiting
Screening for malnutrition in people with obesity
This study looks at whether overweight or obese patients may also be malnourished. Researchers will screen people with a BMI of 25 or higher to find hidden malnutrition so they can get the right nutritional support.
AmsterdamAges 18 years+ - NCT06781619Recruiting
Plant-based drink study for people at risk of malnutrition
This study tests a plant-based, high-energy, high-protein drink for people who are at medium or high risk of malnutrition. You would replace your current prescribed supplement with either a plant-based or dairy-based drink for 8 weeks to see how it affects your nutrition.
MechelenAges 18 years+ - NCT07256925Recruiting
Malnutrition screening for clinic patients
This trial is testing a simple screening tool to identify malnutrition risk in adults visiting hospital clinics. Participating could help researchers find better ways to spot nutrition problems early and connect you with help.
Sarıçam, AdanaAges 18 years+ - NCT06056089Recruiting
Modified treatment for moderate malnutrition in children
This study is testing a new way of treating moderate malnutrition in young children. It aims to find a simpler, shorter treatment that might work just as well as the current one.
Sekota, AmharaAges 6 months–4.9 years - NCT07505407Enrolling by invitation
CHOICE+ Dining Room Improvement for Care Homes
This study tests a new way of doing things in the dining room of a long-term care home to improve mealtime. It is for residents who eat there and the staff who work there.
Winnipeg, ManitobaAges Any age - NCT06049680RecruitingPhase 4
Safety study of SMOFlipid for patients needing IV nutrition
This trial tests if SMOFlipid, a special lipid emulsion given through an IV, is safe for children and adults who need most of their nutrition from IV for at least 8 weeks. It looks for side effects like essential fatty acid deficiency or liver problems.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 1 month–17 years - NCT05308862Recruiting
Testing a program to prevent skin sores, weight loss, and falls
This study looks at whether joining a Swedish quality program for older adults can help prevent pressure ulcers, malnutrition, poor oral health, and falls. If you are in the municipal care system and registered in the Senior Alert quality registry, the study may be relevant for your care setting.
MalmöAges Any age - NCT05439135Recruiting
Fecal microbiome transplant to treat malnutrition after GI surgery
This trial tests whether “washed microbiota transplant” (a treatment using processed gut bacteria) can improve malnutrition in adults who developed it after certain upper gut surgeries. It may help by restoring helpful gut bacteria, but you must meet several medical and safety checks.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18 years+ - NCT05590351Recruiting
Mobile app coaching for exclusive breastfeeding in Pakistan
This study tests whether a smartphone app can help pregnant mothers practice “exclusive breastfeeding” and other early child-feeding habits. If you join, you’ll receive app support during pregnancy and after birth to improve feeding and breastfeeding outcomes.
Karachi, SindhAges 18–48 - NCT05647135Recruiting
High-protein tube feeds for multiple trauma ICU patients
This trial studies whether very high protein tube-feeding helps critically ill adults with multiple injuries recover better in the ICU. It compares feeding approaches during the time you need breathing support.
BucharestAges 18 years+ - NCT05709769Recruiting
Radiation-related nutrition therapy guided by scan features
This study looks at whether using scan “patterns” (radiomics) to detect malnutrition risk can guide nutrition therapy for people treated for cervical cancer. It may help improve tolerance of treatment and outcomes by targeting nutrition early.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–80 - NCT05723718Recruiting
Testing body-water measurements in people with stomach cancer
This trial uses a painless machine to measure your body composition (mainly fluid and muscle) using bioelectrical impedance. It’s looking at people with stage II–III stomach cancer who are receiving standard “multi-treatment” care, to see whether these measurements are useful during treatment.
LublinAges 18–100 - NCT05774314Recruiting
Community health workers helping reduce child malnutrition
This study looks at whether community health workers and local savings groups can improve child nutrition and reduce malnutrition. It may help families who are already part of specific community support programs get better guidance and support.
BoholAges 6 months–12 years - NCT05999370Recruiting
Pre-surgery exercise and nutrition for older colorectal cancer patients
This trial tests whether exercise and nutrition support before surgery can help older colorectal cancer patients who are weak or malnourished. If you are 65 or older, scheduled for colorectal cancer surgery, and have trouble walking or eating well, this study may be for you.
Montreal, QuebecAges 65 years+ - NCT06061484Recruiting
Modified feeding for severe malnutrition in young children
This trial tests a modified feeding plan for children under 5 with severe acute malnutrition who are not sick enough to need hospital care. It aims to see if a different dosing of therapeutic food helps them recover better at home.
Sekota, AmharaAges 6 months–4.9 years - NCT06115148Recruiting
Breath test for malnutrition diagnosis
This study uses a simple breath test to see if it can help diagnose malnutrition. It might help find a quick, painless way to check for malnutrition without needles or scans.
Baton Rouge, LouisianaAges 18–95 - NCT06152848Recruiting
Science against malnutrition study
This trial compares people with malnutrition (from either too little or too much nutrients) to healthy people of the same age and sex. It aims to understand how malnutrition relates to other health conditions.
NaplesAges birth–85 years
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for malnutrition?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 115 recruiting malnutrition studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a malnutrition trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a malnutrition trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.