Clinical trial for Nutrition Disorder, Infant
Official title Nutritional Intervention for Biliary Atresia
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06764082
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study wants to see if giving babies a special formula with a specific type of fat helps them gain weight and grow better than standard feeding.
- Who it's for
- The study is looking for babies born with biliary atresia, a condition where the tubes that drain bile from the liver are blocked.
- What's involved
- Participants will receive either a special formula high in medium-chain triglycerides (a type of fat) or standard oral feeding. Doctors will monitor the babies' growth and health during and after surgery.
- Time commitment
- The study follows the babies during the time around their liver surgery, requiring regular check-ups to track their progress.
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Who can take part
Ages 1 to 3
You may be able to join if
- Infants under 3 months old;
- Children clinically diagnosed with biliary atresia and in need of Kasai surgery;
- The patient themselves, legal representative or guardian have signed the informed consent form and are willing to actively cooperate with treatment...
You likely can't join if
- Low birth weight infants or very low birth weight infants;
- Complicated with life-threatening diseases of various organ systems;
- Complicated with other severe digestive tract malformations or other diseases that may interfere with the treatment of the patient or the patient's...
- Patients who have participated in other clinical trials within the last month;
- Any other conditions that the researcher deems unsuitable for participation in this trial.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Wuhan, Hubei, China
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 1 day to 3 months. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Wuhan, Hubei, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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