Investigating food rejection in hospitalized children to understand undernutrition risks
MEasuring and Overcoming Nutritional DIfficulties in Hospitalized Children
This study looks at how refusing food affects young children in the hospital to see if it leads to not getting enough nutrition.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 102 (estimated) |
| Ages | 2 Years to 8 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Hospices Civils de Lyon Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Bron) |
| Trial ID | NCT06330025 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study focuses on hospitalized children aged 2 to 8 years to explore how food rejection behaviors may contribute to undernutrition. With over 30% of hospitalized children affected by undernutrition, the study aims to identify specific food rejection dispositions that could lead to reduced food intake. By analyzing the eating habits of children during their hospital stay, the research seeks to uncover patterns that may help in diagnosing and addressing malnutrition more effectively. The study will include children who are hospitalized for at least 48 hours and do not have conditions that significantly impact their food consumption.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are children aged 2 to 8 years who are hospitalized for a minimum of 48 hours.
Not a fit: Patients with medical conditions or treatments that significantly reduce food intake, such as severe organ failures or those in intensive care, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved nutritional interventions for hospitalized children, enhancing their recovery and overall health.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited data on similar studies specifically targeting food rejection in this age group, the issue of undernutrition in hospitalized children has been recognized, suggesting potential for impactful findings.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * child aged between 2 and 8 years (2 years ≤ age ≤ 8 years) * child admitted to hospitalization for a minimum duration of 48 hours Exclusion Criteria: * regularly hospitalized children who come for routine check-ups, thus having repeated exposures to hospital meals * children with pathologies or treatments causing a significant reduction in their food consumption (perioperative fasting, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, etc.) * children with brain injuries, post-traumatic disorders, sensory deficits, digestive pathologies, severe organ failures (respiratory, cardiac, hepatic, renal) * children admitted to intensive care units
Where this trial is running
Bron
- Hôpital Femme Mère Enfant de Lyon — Bron, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Noël PERETTI, MD
- Email: noel.peretti@chu-lyon.fr
- Phone: +33 (0)4.72.35.70.50
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.