Boosting immunity after hospital discharge for severely malnourished children
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a special supplement can help strengthen the immune system of children who were recently treated for severe malnutrition. It may help prevent infections and support healthy growth after leaving the hospital.
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Who can take part
- Child is between 6 months and 3 years old.
- Child had severe malnutrition (very low weight for height, or arm size less than 11.5 cm, or swelling in both feet).
- Child finished treatment for severe malnutrition in the hospital and stayed there for 7 ± 4 days without serious complications.
- Family lives in Dhaka district, Bangladesh.
- Child is not allergic to soy, peanut, or milk protein.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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