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Malnutrition Clinical Characteristics Validation and Staffing Optimization Study (MCC Study)
NCT03928548 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
The purpose of this study is to establish the validity of the adult and pediatric Malnutrition Clinical Characteristics (MCC). In addition, this project will: examine the relationship between the MCC and an objective measure of body composition; and establish the relationship between in-patient Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) care and medical outcomes for all in-patients requiring nutrition care, and specifically for malnourished patients. Sixty pediatric and 60 adult in-patient acute care facilities will participate in this research study. The total number of participants enrolled across the 120 facilities will be between 2400-9600. The aims of the study include: 1. Assess the interrater reliability of the MCC. 2. Determine the predictive validity of the adult and pediatric MCC relative to a portfolio of patient medical outcomes. 3. Determine the relationship between the adult and pediatric MCC and body composition measurements conducted via bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) in a subset of patients. 4. Identify the utility of BIA for body composition analysis in clinical settings. 5. Estimate the level of RDN care necessary to improve patient outcomes within the portfolio of outcomes. Specifically: quantify the dose (minutes of care and frequency of encounters) of RDN care that is associated with improved medical outcomes in patients already identified as requiring nutrition care, after adjusting for disease severity and other potential confounders. 6. Identify the additional level of RDN care necessary to improve the medical outcomes in patients who have been identified as malnourished using the MCC.
Conditions Studied
Study Locations (2)
Florida
- AdventHealth — Daytona Beach
Kansas
- The Children's Mercy Hospital — Kansas City
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 887 participants |
| Start Date | 2019-06-24 |
| Est. Completion | 2022-12-31 |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT03928548
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT03928548 describes a study currently listed as completed. It is categorized as an unspecified phase, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 887 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, which has 1 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 1 condition, with Malnutrition appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 0 interventions. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT03928548 reports 2 study locations spanning 2 distinct geographic areas — top geographies include Florida, Kansas. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT03928548 about?
NCT03928548 is a clinical study titled "Malnutrition Clinical Characteristics Validation and Staffing Optimization Study (MCC Study)". The purpose of this study is to establish the validity of the adult and pediatric Malnutrition Clinical Characteristics (MCC). In addition, this project will: examine the relationship between the MCC and an objective measure of body composition; and establish the relationship between in-patient Regi...
What is the current status of trial NCT03928548?
This trial is currently completed. The enrollment target is 887 participants. The study started on 2019-06-24. Estimated completion is 2022-12-31.
What conditions does trial NCT03928548 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Malnutrition. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT03928548?
This trial is sponsored by Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, which has 1 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT03928548 being conducted?
This trial has 2 study locations across Florida, Kansas. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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