Refeeding syndrome in severely malnourished children
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at how to identify and manage refeeding syndrome in severely malnourished children who start eating again after not eating for several days. It helps doctors monitor important minerals like phosphorus, potassium, and magnesium to prevent complications.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 1 month and 18 years old.
- Your child must have gone without eating for at least 3 days (starved) and then started receiving nutrition again.
- Your child must be severely underweight or malnourished (body mass index z-score less than -2).
- Your child must not have chronic kidney disease, liver cirrhosis, or an endocrine disease.
Quick eligibility check
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