Table 6 Required research around combined/simplified malnutrition protocols
Type of research | Suggested topics |
|---|---|
Clinical research | • Safety and effectiveness of using RUTF to treat MAM children and/or RUSF to treat SAM children (depending on the proposed protocol) • Appropriateness of using MUAC as a screening tool for “tall, slim” body types, and overlap with biochemical markers of malnutrition • (Minimum) dosage of RUTF/RUSF required for recovery • Impact of combined/simplified protocols on length of stay |
Operational / implementation research | • Operational and costing implications of combined/simplified protocols • Impact of combined/simplified protocols on amount of product used • Pilot studies in every country to test specific protocols |