Project Title
A randomised controlled trial of oral iron therapy for treatment of postmalaria iron-deficiency anaemia in Malawian children com paring immediate post-discharge versus delayed treatment on iron uptake and haematological response
EDCTP Project
TA.2008.40200.016
EDCTP Program
EDCTP1
EDCTP Project Call
Senior Fellowship (SF)
Project Objectives
To determine whether delaying oral iron therapy in post-malaria iron deficiency anaemia for at least two weeks improves iron absorption and reduces the risk of iron-induced intestinal inflammation
Study Design
Phase IV trial: Evaluation of different forms of oral iron for treatment of post malaria iron deficiency anaemia
Host Organisation
| Department | Institution | Country |
|---|---|---|
| University of Malawi | Malawi |