Clinical trials
Malnutrition or Risk of Malnutrition clinical trials
Below are recruiting malnutrition or risk of malnutrition clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 118 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07433946Recruiting
Liquid nutrition to prevent weight loss in IBD
This study tests whether adding a special liquid nutrition drink (partial enteral nutrition) to your regular diet can help prevent weight loss and muscle loss in people with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis who are at risk of malnutrition.
Rozzano, MilanoAges 18–65 - 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 - 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+ - NCT06499623Recruiting
Early detection of malnutrition in cancer and older patients
This study tests a way to spot malnutrition early in cancer patients and older adults who are in the hospital. It aims to help doctors catch and treat nutrition problems sooner.
BrnoAges 18 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 - NCT06825377Recruiting
Comparing high-protein vs. standard nutrition for ICU patients
This trial tests whether a high-protein diet or standard protein diet is better for critically ill patients who are at risk for refeeding syndrome (dangerous shifts in fluids and minerals when starting nutrition after starvation). The goal is to see which type of nutrition helps recovery.
TehranAges 18–65 - NCT07252765Recruiting
Nutritional Drink for Diabetes with Malnutrition Risk
This study is testing whether a special diabetes drink (high in calories, protein, and fiber) helps people with type 2 diabetes who are at risk of malnutrition. If you have diabetes and have been prescribed this drink, you may be able to join.
Santander, CantabriaAges 18 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 - NCT07087561Recruiting
Nutrition and health education after colorectal cancer surgery
This trial tests whether a short-term nutritional supplement combined with health education can improve recovery after surgery for colorectal cancer. It is for people with stage IIa, IIb, or IIIa colon or rectal cancer who have completed surgery and are able to engage in follow-up.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 18 years+ - NCT07035132Enrolling by invitation
Special supplement for patients with cancer at risk of malnutrition
This trial tests a special liquid supplement for patients with head, neck, lung, rectal, or esophageal cancer who are having radiation and are malnourished or at risk. The supplement is designed to be easier to digest if you have stomach or gut issues.
AlicanteAges 18 years+ - NCT06826105Recruiting
Nutritional drink with digestive enzymes for older hospital patients at risk of malnutrition
This study tests whether giving a special nutritional drink along with pancreatic enzymes helps older hospital patients who are at risk of malnutrition. The goal is to improve their nutrition and overall health during their hospital stay.
AarauAges 60 years+ - 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 - NCT00289380Recruiting
Nutrition support study for hospitalized patients at risk
This trial tests how giving extra nutrition support to patients in the hospital affects health outcomes and overall costs. It may help figure out the best nutrition approach for people who are at risk while hospitalized.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT07500376Recruiting
Nutrition and Muscle Health in Lung Cancer Surgery
This study looks at how nutrition and muscle health before lung cancer surgery can affect recovery. It tests whether checking these factors can help predict and improve outcomes after surgery.
Samsun, SamsunAges 18 years+ - NCT07399886Recruiting
Plant or dairy shake for cancer and heart patients at risk of malnutrition
This study compares two types of nutrition shakes (one plant-based and one dairy-based) for patients who are undernourished due to cancer, lung disease, heart problems, or recovery from surgery. It aims to see if the plant-based shake is just as good as the dairy shake.
Nijmegen, GelderlandAges 18 years+ - NCT03152617Recruiting
Study on nutrition and mouth health risks after obesity treatment
This trial looks at risks like malnutrition, weak bones, and oral (mouth) health problems after obesity treatment. It may help improve follow-up care for people who receive specialist treatment or weight-loss surgery.
GothenburgAges 18 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+ - NCT07831343Recruiting
Malnutrition in young infants under 6 months study
This study follows infants younger than 6 months who are in the hospital due to acute malnutrition. It aims to better understand their condition and improve care.
Semarang, Central JavaAges 1 day–6 months - 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+ - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for malnutrition or risk of malnutrition?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 118 recruiting malnutrition or risk of 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 or risk of 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 or risk of 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.
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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.