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Source – Druginfozone - A multicentre randomised controlled trial published in BMJ February 2006 (published early online) has
found that giving moderately malnourished children with cystic fibrosis (CF) long-term oral protein energy supplements does not seem to have any benefits.
The trial involved 102 CF children, aged 2 – 15 years, who were moderately malnourished.
Children were randomised into two groups: the supplement group received supplements plus dietary counselling, plus a control group who
received counselling only.
The main outcome was a change in body mass index centile over one year.
For more information go to: http://www.nelm.nhs.uk/Record%20Viewing/vR.aspx?id=560362
Prepared by Susan Wileman Medicines Information Technician
Date of Preparation: 14th February 2006
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