Continuous vs Bolus Protein (Protein Regimen Outcomes) in Critically Ill Children (Kids In Distress) (NCT06721923)
Continuous Versus Bolus Dietary Protein and Nutrition Status in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit: Pilot Study
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The goal of this intervention study is to evaluate the difference in nutrition status markers (weight and muscle mass) when giving dietary protein by continuous or bolus delivery in critically ill children ages 1-11y. The main questions it aims to answer are: Primary: Bolus protein delivery will lessen the decline in mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC) z-score by 0.5 standard deviation in critically ill children aged 1-11y after 1wk. Ultrasound will correlate to MUAC. Secondary: Bolus protein delivery will provide more (grams per day) than when provided continuously, therefore it is more likely to meet the minimum estimated needs. Participants will have daily nutrition intake data collected, and undergo body composition measures (weight, MUAC and ultrasound of the upper thigh muscle) at day of enrollment, and MUAC/Ultrasound on follow up days 3, 5, 7 and 14 after the intervention started.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: BC Childrens Hospital — Vancouver, British Columbia
Age range: 1 Year to 11 Years
🧪 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)
- BC Childrens Hospital — Vancouver, British Columbia
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (604) 875-2000
Email: kaitlin.berris@bcchr.ca
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 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.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.