Clinical trials
Malnutrition clinical trials
Below are recruiting malnutrition clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 116 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05862363Recruiting
Food and samples study in underweight pregnancy and indigestion
This study looks at how food support and sample testing might affect gut and stomach health in women who are underweight or have “functional dyspepsia,” including during pregnancy. It may help researchers learn whether this approach improves digestive symptoms and related health markers for mothers and babies.
Dhaka, Dhaka DivisionAges 18–35 - NCT05865314Recruiting
Nutrition plus early therapy for adults in long ICU stays
This trial studies whether a planned nutrition plan, along with early physiotherapy (physical therapy), can improve outcomes for adults who expect to stay in the ICU for at least 7 days. It includes people who need feeding through a tube and/or special IV nutrition while on a breathing machine.
Geneva, Canton of GenevaAges 18 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 - 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 - NCT05919940Recruiting
Testing a muscle stimulation and extra protein plan in ICU patients
This trial tests whether electrical muscle stimulation plus extra protein (protein substitute) can improve muscle health and metabolism in critically ill adults in the ICU. If you’re newly admitted and expected to stay on a breathing machine for several days, it may help you keep more muscle strength during recovery.
Vienna, State of ViennaAges 18 years+ - NCT06023251Recruiting
Nutrition support for ICU survivors moving to a ward
This study tests if a special nutrition program helps people who have been in the ICU recover better when they move to a regular hospital ward. It looks at how well your body uses food and if this improves your recovery.
BrusselsAges 18 years+ - NCT06069297Recruiting
Prehabilitation before pancreatic cancer surgery
This trial tests whether a pre-surgery program of exercise and nutrition (called prehabilitation) can help people with pancreatic cancer recover better after surgery. Participants will receive guidance on physical activity and diet before their operation.
Milan, LombardyAges 18 years+ - NCT06141785Recruiting
Early nutrition support for newly diagnosed cancer patients
This study tests whether starting nutrition support early can help people with advanced lung, colorectal, ovarian, or pancreatic cancer feel better during their first chemotherapy. If you qualify, you would get extra guidance on eating well right from the start of treatment.
HerningAges 18 years+ - NCT06274788Recruiting
Safety study of long-term Omegaven for liver problems from IV nutrition
This study checks if children who need Omegaven for eight weeks or longer develop a lack of essential fats. It is for kids with liver issues caused by IV nutrition who cannot eat or digest food normally.
Fountain Valley, CaliforniaAges 1 day–17 years - NCT06337019Recruiting
Italian registry of malnutrition in cancer patients
This study tracks weight and nutrition in people newly diagnosed with cancer. It aims to understand how malnutrition affects treatment so that care can be improved.
Bari, BAAges 18 years+ - NCT06345547Recruiting
Muscle mass ultrasound study in cirrhosis patients
This study uses ultrasound to measure muscle mass in people with cirrhosis. It aims to understand muscle changes and their link to health outcomes.
Edegem, AntwerpenAges 18 years+ - NCT06451679Recruiting
Hip fracture patients' diet after surgery
This study looks at what hip fracture patients eat after surgery. It aims to understand dietary patterns to help improve recovery.
MiddlesbroughAges 60 years+ - NCT06480266Recruiting
Can more protein protect muscles during radiation?
This study tests whether a higher protein diet can help keep your muscles strong and improve your quality of life during and after radiation therapy. If you are getting radiation for cancer, you might be asked to follow a specific nutrition plan.
Berlin, State of BerlinAges 45–75 - NCT06531174Recruiting
Study of nutrition care for people with cancer
This study looks at how dietitians provide nutrition care to people with cancer who are malnourished or at risk. The goal is to find better ways to evaluate and support your nutrition during cancer treatment.
UppsalaAges 18 years+ - NCT06550310Recruiting
Nutrition and IBD treatment outcomes
This study looks at how nutrition affects people with IBD who are starting a new treatment or having surgery. Researchers want to find out if diet or body changes influence how well you recover.
LondonAges 16 years+ - NCT06576479Recruiting
Supplement study for kidney disease and weight loss
This study tests if a special drink can improve nutrition and quality of life in people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) who are not on dialysis. It is for those who have lost weight or have poor appetite.
Guadalajara, JaliscoAges 18–90 - 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 - NCT06597201RecruitingPhase 4
Testing Amino Acid Dialysis Solution for Malnutrition on Peritoneal Dialysis
This trial tests a special peritoneal dialysis solution with amino acids (protein building blocks) to improve nutrition in people on CAPD who are malnourished. It might help boost your protein levels and overall health.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–75 - NCT06706661Recruiting
Nutrition support for older patients after hospital discharge
This trial tests whether offering nutritional help to older patients after they leave the hospital can improve their recovery. If you are at nutritional risk and can speak Danish or English, you may be able to join.
HerlevAges 50 years+ - 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 - NCT06837194Recruiting
Stool transplant with feeding tube nutrition for dropped stomach
This study tests whether a combination of a stool transplant (washed microbiota transplantation) plus liquid nutrition through a feeding tube can help people with gastroptosis who are also malnourished. The goal is to improve stomach function and nutrition.
Nanjing, JangsuAges 18–100 - NCT06903559RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Roxadustat for heart and nutrition in dialysis patients
This study tests whether roxadustat can help improve heart health, nutrition, and reduce inflammation in people on hemodialysis. It may offer a new treatment option for anemia related to kidney disease.
Al Mansurah, DakahliyaAges 18 years+ - NCT06928714Recruiting
Feeding problems in children at Amiens Hospital
This study is for children with long-term feeding difficulties that involve medical, nutritional, emotional, or skill-related problems. It aims to understand these challenges better and improve care.
AmiensAges Up to 18 years - NCT06946537Recruiting
Nutrition and recovery in older hospital patients
This study looks at how nutrition and patient characteristics affect hospital stay, recovery, and survival in older adults. It aims to understand how a patient's nutritional status may influence their health outcomes during and after hospitalization.
CopenhagenAges 65 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for malnutrition?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 116 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.