Evaluating the impact of early nutritional counseling on malnutrition in hospitalized patients
Individualized NUTRItional RISK and Oriented Nutritional Support
This study is testing if giving nutritional counseling to hospitalized patients at risk of malnutrition within 72 hours of admission can help them recover better and reduce complications.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Rome) |
| Trial ID | NCT06590350 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess the effects of early nutritional counseling on hospitalized patients at risk of malnutrition, specifically those with an NRS-2002 score of 3 or higher. Patients will be divided into two cohorts: one receiving nutritional counseling within 72 hours of admission and another not receiving such counseling. The study will track hospitalization length, rates of nosocomial infections, and associated inpatient costs over a 12-month period. Data will be collected from the hospital's computer system, ensuring a comprehensive evaluation of the intervention's effectiveness.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 years old who are at risk of malnutrition and have a hospital stay longer than four days.
Not a fit: Patients who are not at risk of malnutrition (NRS-2002 score less than 3) or have a short hospital stay may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to shorter hospital stays and reduced infection rates for malnourished patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have indicated that early nutritional intervention can improve outcomes for malnourished patients, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age \>18 years * NRS-2002 ≥3 * Length of stay \> 4 days * Informed consent to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * NRS-2002 \<3 * Length of stay \< or = 4 days * Absence of informed consent
Where this trial is running
Rome
- Emanuele Rinninella — Rome, Italy (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Emanuele Rinninella — Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli, IRCCS
- Study coordinator: Emanuele Rinninella, MD
- Email: emanuele.rinninella@unicatt.it
- Phone: +39 0630154804
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.