Study of a vegetarian tube feed for children
This study tests a vegetarian tube feeding formula for children who need tube feeding or a homemade blended diet. It aims to see if the formula is well-tolerated and helps with nutrition.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 1 and 15 years old.
- You get more than half of your calories from a feeding tube, or you use a homemade blended diet through the tube.
- Your feeding routine is stable and has been working well for a while.
- You or your caregiver give written permission to join the study.
- You do not have known food allergies to any tube feed ingredients, and you do not have a bowel blockage.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This trial looks at how nutrition is given to children in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU), especially for those who stay longer than 3 days. The goal is to find better ways to support their recovery.
This study tests if a blended tube-feeding formula made from real food is easy to tolerate and acceptable for people who already use a gastrostomy tube. It may be a good option if you or your child need extra nutrition through a tube.
This study is testing a new nutritional drink or powder to see if children like it, tolerate it well, and can stick with it. It replaces your child's current supplement with a new one, and researchers will check how it affects their digestion and overall health.
This study compares how “blended” tube feeds affect stomach and upper digestive function in children who use a feeding tube. It may help doctors understand whether blended feeds change digestion in ways that matter for comfort and physiology.
This study tests whether a tube feed that gets most of its protein from plants is as good as a standard tube feed for people who need one at home. It looks at how well your body handles and uses the nutrients.
This study tests a new standard for tube feeding care in critically ill children. It aims to improve safety and outcomes for children who need feeding tubes.
Hear when a new Paediatric trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.