The Impact of Oral Nutritional Supplements on the Nutritional Status of Elderly Patients
Launched by RADOSLAW PACH, MD, PH D · Jul 15, 2018
Trial Information
Current as of May 28, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
The aim of the study was to compare nutritional status of two groups of elderly patients (\> 65 years old). Total of 120 patients were randomly assigned into two groups. One group received normal diet whereas the second group received 300 kcal nutritional support (Nutridrink Multi Fibre 2x100 ml) between meals for 14 days. Two months after start of the intervention following examinations were performed:
* functional status of the patient (Barthel's scale, MMSE scale)
* nutritional status based on: weight, height, BMI; Mini Nutritional Assessment, plasma concentration of prealbumin, albumin...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • age \> 65 and general status which enables compliance with study requirements
- • Barthel's scale (Barthel scale = Barthel ADL index - an ordinal scale used to measure performance in activities of daily living) points 21-100
- • MMSE (Mini Mental State Examination) points 24-30
- • no use of laxatives
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • lack of consent
- • neoplasms
- • previous enteral nutrition
- • Barthel's scale 0-20
- • MMSE points 0-23
- • BMI \> 25
- • laxatives
About Radoslaw Pach, Md, Ph D
Dr. Radoslaw Pach, MD, PhD, is a distinguished clinical trial sponsor with extensive expertise in medical research and innovative therapeutic development. With a robust background in clinical medicine and a commitment to advancing healthcare, Dr. Pach leads initiatives that aim to enhance patient outcomes through rigorous scientific investigation. His work encompasses a wide range of therapeutic areas, and he is dedicated to fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to ensure the successful execution of clinical trials. Dr. Pach's leadership in the field is characterized by a focus on ethical standards, patient safety, and the translation of research findings into practical applications.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Lucyna Scislo, MD PhD
Principal Investigator
Department of Clinical Nursery, Jagiellonian University
Timeline
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Estimated completion
Not reported
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