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New treatment option for Malnutrition in Children
Official title Women Supporting Women to Improve Infant and Child Feeding Practices in Pakistan
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07345754
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This project aims to reduce child malnutrition in Pakistan by building on local strengths and practical community solutions. The project focuses on children 7-23 months of age.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 7 to 15
You may be able to join if
- Eligible participants must meet all of the following conditions: Child-Level Criteria: While children in the intervention phase will range from ages...
- Priority will be given to younger children, aged 7-11 months, followed by 12-15 months to allow completion of the intervention and follow-up visits...
- Moderate malnutrition, defined by: Weight-for-age Z-score between -2 and -3 standard deviations. Household-Level Criteria: Households will be...
- They meet the classification of very poor or poor (based on community-defined wealth stratification).
- Have access to clean water and sanitation.
You likely can't join if
- Child-Level Exclusions:
- Children who are Severely malnourished, mildly underweight or of normal weight.
- Children with Physical disabilities: difficulty in seeing, hearing, picking up small objects with his/her hand.
- Children with chronic illnesses that may interfere with normal growth (based on past or current medical history):
- Malabsorption
- Chronic Kidney Disease
See the full eligibility criteria
- Eligible participants must meet all of the following conditions: Child-Level Criteria: While children in the intervention phase will range from ages 7-23 months, At the time of recruitment children will range from Ages...
- Priority will be given to younger children, aged 7-11 months, followed by 12-15 months to allow completion of the intervention and follow-up visits before the child turns 24 months of age, as complementary feeding...
- Moderate malnutrition, defined by: Weight-for-age Z-score between -2 and -3 standard deviations. Household-Level Criteria: Households will be eligible to participate if:
- They meet the classification of very poor or poor (based on community-defined wealth stratification).
- Have access to clean water and sanitation.
- Food secure at time of recruitment, defined as:
- On government assistant program or at least one adult has permanent employment, or two or more have temporary employment.
- Ownership of at least one simple livestock (e.g., chicken, goat, or sheep) or express willingness to accept and care for livestock provided by the project team.
- Access to a kitchen garden, or willingness to establish one with study support Mother Eligibility Criteria: The household is eligible only if the mother meets all of the following:
- Mother is the primary caregiver for the Index Child (responsible for daily care, including supervision, bathing, and feeding).
- Mother is alive and at least 18 years old.
- Mother is currently breastfeeding the Index Child and willing to continue until the child reaches 2 years of age.
- Mother expresses an interest in participating in the PD/Hearth program.
- Mother agrees to attend up to three Hearth sessions.
- Mother is willing and able to contribute to one of the following for Hearth sessions:
- "Special" food items (e.g., apple, banana, carrot, chickpea, egg, garlic, lentils, rice, spinach, tomato, etc.), or
- Other essential items (e.g., utensils, bowls, spoons, soap, nail cutter, towels, water, mat, salt, matchstick).
- Mother provides permission for study follow-ups as outlined above.
- Mother agrees to a full medical check-up for the Index Child at the nearest public health facility, including a one-time hematocrit finger-prick test (Hb test).
- Mother provides informed consent via thumbprint or written signature.
- Child-Level Exclusions:
- Children who are Severely malnourished, mildly underweight or of normal weight.
- Children with Physical disabilities: difficulty in seeing, hearing, picking up small objects with his/her hand.
- Children with chronic illnesses that may interfere with normal growth (based on past or current medical history):
- Malabsorption
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Endocrine Disorders (e.g., hypothyroidism, growth hormone deficiencies)
- Chronic Respiratory Diseases (e.g., asthma, lung diseases)
- Congenital or Acquired Immunodeficiency, and Neurological Disorders Household-Level Exclusion:
- Households who do not meet the inclusion criteria.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Rahim Yar Khan, Punjab Province, Pakistan
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 7 months to 15 months. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Rahim Yar Khan, Punjab Province, Pakistan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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