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Malnutrition
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18 US clinical trials · 6 currently recruiting
Active & Recent Trials
RCT: Early Feeding After PEG Placement
Carilion Clinic
NCT04110613
Nutritional Prehabilitation to Improve Cancer Outcomes (N-PICO)
University of Vermont Medical Center
NCT07072377
Safety Study of SMOFlipid to Evaluate the Risk of Developing EFAD and/or PNAC in Pediatric and Adult Patients
Fresenius Kabi
NCT06049680
Safety Study to Evaluate the Occurrence of EFAD in Pediatric Patients With PNAC Who Require More Than Eight Weeks of Omegaven Treatment
Fresenius Kabi
NCT06274788
Nutrition in Patient With Critical Limb Ischemia
Boston Medical Center
NCT03529019
Breath Analysis & Malnutrition
Pennington Biomedical Research Center
NCT06115148
Prevention of Malnutrition in Children With Sickle Cell Disease
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
NCT06397118
Impact of a Nutrition Quality Improvement Program on Outcomes of Malnourished Patients
Abbott Nutrition
NCT03011944
The Effect of Higher Protein Dosing in Critically Ill Patients
Clinical Evaluation Research Unit at Kingston General Hospital
NCT03160547
Malnutrition Clinical Characteristics Validation and Staffing Optimization Study (MCC Study)
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
NCT03928548
Validation of a Nutrition Screening Tool
Société des Produits Nestlé (SPN)
NCT01473706
DaVita Assessment of Nutritional Supplement Effects (DANSE)
Davita Clinical Research
NCT00895401
Dose Comparison of Amino Acids on Growth in Premature Neonates
Pediatrix
NCT00120926
Tuberculosis - Learning the Effect of Parasites and Reinforcing Diets
Boston Medical Center
NCT05048485
The Effect of Natural Protein vs. Protein Supplements on Peritoneal Dialysis Patients
Kaiser Permanente
NCT03569410
Clinical Outcomes, Nutritional Status, Exercise and Psychosocial Factors in Pediatric Hematopoietic Cell Transplant
University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center
NCT02734797
Effectiveness of Quaker Complete Nutrition Supplements for Malnourished Adults
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
NCT00523900
A Plant Based High Protein Diet to Improve Nutritional Outcomes in Peritoneal Dialysis Patients
Ochsner Health System
NCT02360748
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Early Phase 1 | 1 |
| Phase 3 | 1 |
| Phase 4 | 2 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Malnutrition Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 18 US studies indexed under Malnutrition, and 6 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 33% of the total volume on the registry. That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.
The phase distribution for Malnutrition shows 3 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 1 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.
Top sponsor activity for Malnutrition is led by Fresenius Kabi with 2 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 18 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials are there for Malnutrition?
PlainTrial tracks 18 US clinical trials for Malnutrition, of which 6 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Malnutrition?
Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.
Is this data current?
Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
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Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2024 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.