Study design (if review, criteria of inclusion for studies)
RCT double blind
Participants
10 children with CF in matched pairs
Interventions
patients were infused with either Intralipid or with 10% glucose on a double blind basis every other week for one year
Outcome measures
height and weight
Main results
Although statistically there was significantly greater gain in height and weight in the study year compared to the previous year only for the test group, both groups improved more than expected. Cumulative data analysis showed greater improvement for the Intralipid group (23 of a possible 45 points) compared to the glucose group (-2 points; P less than .02)
Authors' conclusions
This study indicates the need to better define the role of nutrition in the pathophysiology of CF. Meanwhile, it is recommended that all children with CF have plasma linoleic acid levels measured at least once yearly, and if levels are low, appropriate supplements should be given.