Early Human Milk Fortification After Early, Exclusive, Enteral Nutrition in Very Preterm Infants (NCT05525585)
Early Human Milk Fortification After Early, Exclusive, Enteral Nutrition in Very Preterm Infants: a Randomized Clinical Trial
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
In this proposed clinical trial, the investigators will randomize 80 very preterm (VPT) infants to receive either early (between day 4 and 7) or delayed (between day 10 and 14) fortification and determine if providing early protein supplementation through early fortification results in higher FFM-for-age z scores and more diversity in the gut microbiome.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: University of Alabama at Birmingham — Birmingham, Alabama
Age range: 1 Day to 4 Days
🧪 Interventions in This Study
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- University of Alabama at Birmingham — Birmingham, Alabama
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.