IAEA RAF6052
Examining body composition, cardiometabolic risk and physical activity after treatment for acute malnutrition.
Why this research began
Survival is only one outcome; early severe malnutrition may shape later growth and chronic-disease risk.
What the study asks
What are the medium- and long-term health consequences of treated acute malnutrition?
How the research works
Longitudinal comparison of previously treated cohorts with age- and sex-matched community participants.
Who contributes
The Malawi cohort included adolescents and young people previously treated at the QECH Nutrition Rehabilitation Unit.
Where it takes place
Regional African collaboration.
Study objectives
Measure long-term body composition.
Assess cardiometabolic risk and physical activity.
Compare previously treated and community cohorts.
Principal and contributing research team
Status and study timeline
- 01Cohort identification
- 02Long-term follow-up
- 03Body composition assessment
- 04Cardiometabolic analysis
Participating and collaborating institutions
Publications and findings
task_altLong-term follow-up identifies consequences of early malnutrition that are not visible at hospital discharge.
Chronic disease outcomes after severe acute malnutrition in Malawian children (ChroSAM): a cohort study
ChroSAM investigators — The Lancet Global Health
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Long-term follow-up reveals consequences not visible at hospital discharge.