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Effect of Blenderized Enteral Tube Feeds on Pediatric Upper Gastrointestinal Tract Physiology
Sponsor: Boston Children's Hospital
Summary
Blenderized diets consist of a wide range of table foods such as fruits, vegetables, meat and legumes, pureed in a blender and administered via gastrostomy tube. In a recent study, the investigators reported that children receiving blenderized feeds via gastrostomy had fewer total admissions and respiratory admissions, total emergency room visits, and improved gastrointestinal symptom scores compared to those fed formula. The goal of this project is to understand how these diets affect gastroesophageal reflux burden.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
1 Year - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
45
Start Date
2021-08-01
Completion Date
2026-12
Last Updated
2026-03-30
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Elecare Jr
Elecare Jr is a standard pediatric elemental formula
Nourish
Nourish is a commercially prepared blenderized tube feed that is formulated for pediatric use
Real Foods Blends
Real Foods Blends is a commercially prepared blenderized tube feed that is formulated for pediatric use
Locations (1)
Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, United States