SkinCHAINges
Improving recognition and classification of skin manifestations associated with childhood malnutrition.
Why this research began
Dermatological changes may be clinically important in malnutrition but are often inconsistently described.
What the study asks
How can structured documentation improve understanding of malnutrition-related skin changes?
How the research works
Structured skin examination, dermatological history and photography with independent specialist review; biopsy, scraping or swabs where clinically indicated.
Who contributes
Children across severe, moderate and non-malnourished CHAIN categories.
Where it takes place
Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital, Blantyre.
Study objectives
Improve documentation of skin manifestations.
Develop more consistent clinical classification.
Strengthen understanding of dermatological changes in malnutrition.
Principal and contributing research team
Status and study timeline
- 01Structured examination
- 02Clinical photography
- 03Specialist review
- 04Classification and reporting
Participating and collaborating institutions
Publications and findings
task_altStructured examination and specialist review improved documentation and classification of malnutrition-related skin findings.
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Study documents
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Systematic documentation strengthens recognition, classification and clinical understanding.