U.S., Oct. 31 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07906067) titled 'Laser Height Measuring Device Study in Vietnam' on Oct. 15.
Brief Summary: This study will evaluate whether a portable laser device can accurately measure the height and length of children younger than 5 years in Quang Nam, Vietnam. Accurate height and length measurements are important for monitoring child growth and identifying children who may have wasting or stunting and need referral for health or nutrition services. Standard wooden measuring boards are reliable but can be heavy, costly, and difficult to use in community outreach settings.
The study will compare the laser device with the ShorrBoard, a standard wooden height/len...