Examining how different definitions of undernutrition affect its prevalence in hospitalized patients
Impact of the French and International Definitions and the Type of Muscle Assessment Tool on the Prevalence of Undernutrition in Hospitalized Patients
This study is trying to see how different ways of defining undernutrition can help better identify and understand how common it is among hospitalized patients in France.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 260 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 70 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Hopital Forcilles Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Férolles-Attilly) |
| Trial ID | NCT05309759 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study investigates the prevalence of undernutrition among hospitalized patients in France, which is estimated to be between 30% and 50%. It focuses on the impact of updated diagnostic criteria for undernutrition established by the Global Leadership Initiative on Malnutrition (GLIM) and the Haute Autorité de Santé (HAS). The study aims to assess various diagnostic tools, including bioelectrical impedance, grip strength measurement, and MRI, to better identify undernutrition in patients aged 18 to 70. A collaborative approach involving dieticians, physiotherapists, and medical staff will be employed to enhance screening and diagnosis.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are hospitalized patients aged 18 to 70 years admitted to specific departments such as diabetes-obesity, pneumology, oncology, and gastro-nutrition.
Not a fit: Patients who are unable to consent, are pregnant, or have limited care may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved identification and management of undernutrition in hospitalized patients, potentially reducing morbidity and mortality.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in using updated diagnostic criteria for undernutrition, indicating that this approach is supported by existing research.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Admitted to diabetes-obesity, pneumology, oncology and gastro-nutrition departments; * Age between 18 and 70 years at the time of inclusion ; * Affiliation with a social security scheme or beneficiary of such a scheme ; * Oral, free, informed and express consent of the patient. Exclusion Criteria: * Inability to perform bioelectrical impedance measurement ; * Incapacity to consent ; * Patient's refusal to participate in the study ; * Known pregnancy ; * Person subject to a legal protection measure ; * Patient under guardianship or curatorship ; * Patient with limited care ; * Randomisation in the ineligible study group.
Where this trial is running
Férolles-Attilly
- Hôpital Forcilles — Férolles-Attilly, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Virginie COLELLA, MSc — Hopital Forcilles
- Study coordinator: Aymeric Le Neindre, PhD
- Email: aleneindre@cognacq-jay.fr
- Phone: +33160646093
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.