Understanding and preventing malnutrition in infants with cleft lip and palate
Leveraging Data for Infants with Cleft to Grow and Flourish: The BLOOM Study
This study is looking at how orofacial clefts in babies might lead to malnutrition, so we can find out what factors contribute to this and help doctors provide better care for these infants.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Seattle Children's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11142432 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the risk of malnutrition in infants born with orofacial clefts, a condition affecting over 5,000 infants annually in the U.S. The study will analyze data from a large cohort of infants to identify which factors contribute to undernutrition and how it affects health outcomes. By examining both caregiver and infant characteristics, the research aims to develop predictive models that can help healthcare providers intervene early and improve care coordination. The study will involve both retrospective and prospective analyses to gather comprehensive insights.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are infants diagnosed with orofacial clefts, particularly those at risk of malnutrition.
Not a fit: Patients without a diagnosis of orofacial clefts or those who are older than 11 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved nutritional outcomes and overall health for infants with clefts, enhancing their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in identifying risk factors for malnutrition in similar pediatric populations, indicating that this approach has potential for impactful findings.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- Seattle Children's Hospital — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mckinney, Christy Michelle — Seattle Children's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Mckinney, Christy Michelle
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.