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NCT03238768 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Enhanced Nutrition for Preterm Infants
A NA study of Preterm Birth, sponsored by University of Minnesota.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 80
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
NCT03238768: Completed NA study of Preterm Birth, sponsored by University of Minnesota.
NCT03238768 is a NA study of Preterm Birth that has completed, run by University of Minnesota. The registered enrollment target is 80 participants, below the 4,407-participant average among 39 other Preterm Birth trials with a reported enrollment target (98% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT03238768, a NA study of Preterm Birth, has completed, sponsored by University of Minnesota.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 80 participants
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
Study Summary
The overall objective of the proposal is to demonstrate the feasibility of providing increased calories and protein in the first week of life to very low birth weight (VLBW) preterm infants.
Primary Outcome
We will calculate the actual amount of protein, kcals, lipids etc received in both groups at the end of the first week to determine if we were able to deliver increased amounts of nutrition to the enhanced protocol group
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- OTHER Enhanced Intravenous Nutrition
- OTHER Standard Intravenous Nutrition
Study Locations (1)
Minnesota
- University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital - Minneapolis
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 80 participants |
| Start Date | 2017-08-15 |
| Est. Completion | 2019-07-31 |
| Phase | NA |
What the finished NCT03238768 record still lists
NCT03238768 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 80 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 4,407-participant average among 39 other Preterm Birth trials with a reported enrollment target (98% lower).
The record links to 1 condition, with Preterm Birth appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions - of which Enhanced Intravenous Nutrition is the first listed.
NCT03238768 reports a single indexed study location in Minnesota.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT03238768 about?
NCT03238768 is a clinical study titled "Enhanced Nutrition for Preterm Infants". The overall objective of the proposal is to demonstrate the feasibility of providing increased calories and protein in the first week of life to very low birth weight (VLBW) preterm infants.
What is the current status of trial NCT03238768?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 80 participants. The study started on 2017-08-15. Estimated completion is 2019-07-31.
What conditions does trial NCT03238768 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Preterm Birth.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT03238768?
The interventions under investigation include: Enhanced Intravenous Nutrition (OTHER), Standard Intravenous Nutrition (OTHER).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT03238768?
This trial is sponsored by University of Minnesota, which has 966 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where is trial NCT03238768 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Minnesota. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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