Evaluating nutrition in patients after stem cell transplantation
A Survey of Nutritional Status of Patients After Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation
This study looks at the nutrition of patients who have had stem cell transplants to see how their eating habits and health changes affect their recovery over time.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 15 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Suzhou, Jiangsu) |
| Trial ID | NCT04146870 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to systematically assess the nutritional status of patients who have undergone hematopoietic stem cell transplantation at the First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University. Evaluations will occur at multiple time points, including before the conditioning regimen and 180 days post-transplantation, focusing on factors such as food intake, physical activity, body composition, and blood biochemistry. Additionally, the study will explore how these nutritional factors may influence the prognosis of the patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients aged 15 to 80 who are undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation at the First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University.
Not a fit: Patients who are unwilling to participate or do not meet the age criteria may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved nutritional management strategies that enhance recovery and outcomes for patients after stem cell transplantation.
How similar studies have performed: While there may be studies on nutrition in transplant patients, this specific approach focusing on comprehensive nutritional evaluation post-transplantation is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients who undergo hematopoietic stem cell transplantation in the First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University. * Having a life expectancy of more than 3 months Exclusion Criteria: * Not willing to participate in the investigation * Age less than 15 years old or more than 80 years old
Where this trial is running
Suzhou, Jiangsu
- The first affiliated hospital of suzhou university — Suzhou, Jiangsu, China (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Sheng-Li Xue, M.D.
- Email: slxue@suda.edu.cn
- Phone: +86 512 67781139
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.