Clinical trials
Malnutrition, Child clinical trials
Below are recruiting malnutrition, child clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 20 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - NCT05889520Recruiting
Study of ultraprocessed foods in breast milk
This study looks at whether eating more ultraprocessed foods changes what shows up in breast milk. It may help understand how diet could affect breast milk for full-term babies.
NaplesAges 18–35 - 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 - NCT06382857Recruiting
Testing a special food for malnutrition recovery in children
This trial tests if a special food made from chickpeas, soy, banana, and peanut can help children with moderate or severe malnutrition recover fully and stay healthy. It is for children who do not need hospital care and can eat the food safely.
MaradiAges 6 months–1.9 years - NCT06716060Recruiting
Parasite infections in malnourished children under 5
This study checks if young children with malnutrition also have intestinal parasite infections. It aims to understand how common these infections are, which could help guide better treatment and prevention for children who are not growing or developing well.
Sohag, SaqultaAges 6 months–5 years - NCT05836961Recruiting
Benazir Nashonuma program for pregnant women’s nutrition
This study compares pregnancy nutrition outcomes for women who are enrolled in the Benazir Nashonuma Program versus women who are not. It may help show whether the program improves maternal and child nutritional health.
Dadu, SindhAges 18–49 - NCT06750120Recruiting
Improving nutrition during pregnancy in Guatemala
This study tests ways to improve nutrition in pregnant women in Guatemala. It aims to help both mother and baby stay healthy.
Tecpán Guatemala, Departamento de ChimaltenangoAges 16 years+ - NCT04721197Recruiting
Hens hatching hope for babies in Honduras
This study involves a “hens hatching hope” program for young children in Intibucá, Honduras to support early development. Your child may be able to join if they are healthy, the right age, and have no egg allergy.
Concepción, Intibucá DepartmentAges 6 months–2 years - NCT06414200Recruiting
Nutrition care at home for kids after hospital discharge
This study looks at how children who start nutritional support (like special drinks or tube feeding) in the hospital continue it at home after discharge. It aims to improve nutritional care for children from newborns to 18 years old.
Rotterdam, South HollandAges 1 week–18 years - NCT05519254RecruitingPhase 3
Lactoferrin and lysozyme for lasting diarrhea in young children
This trial tests whether a supplement (lactoferrin and lysozyme) can help children who have long-term effects after diarrhea. It’s designed for children ages 6 to 24 months and checks whether improving gut recovery can reduce ongoing problems.
Homa BayAges 6 months–2 years - NCT05911893Recruiting
High-calorie supplement for malnourished toddlers’ growth
This study looks at whether giving a high-calorie oral nutrition supplement helps children aged 1 to 3 years who are undernourished gain weight and grow. You may be eligible if your child has low growth measurements and takes in too few calories for their needs.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 1–3 - NCT06593080Recruiting
Testing a TB diagnosis checklist for children
This study is testing a new way to diagnose TB in children using simple symptom checklists. It aims to see if these checklists can help doctors find TB earlier and more accurately, especially in children who are very young or have other health problems.
Chingola, CopperbeltAges Up to 14 years - NCT07345754Recruiting
Women supporting women to improve child feeding in Pakistan
This study tests whether having mothers support each other through group sessions and practical resources can improve feeding practices for young children with moderate malnutrition. It aims to help children grow better by combining community support with nutrition education and food assistance.
Rahim Yar Khan, Punjab ProvinceAges 7 months–1.3 years - NCT06842732Recruiting
Text messages to prevent wasting in HIV-affected children in Kenya
This trial tests if two-way text messages (SMS) can help caregivers recognize early signs of malnutrition (wasting) in children who have HIV or were exposed to HIV but are uninfected. The goal is to prevent wasting and keep children healthy.
Homa BayAges 6 months–2 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+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for malnutrition, child?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 20 recruiting malnutrition, child 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, child 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, child 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.