Optimization of the Simplified Protocol in Mali: a Cluster Randomised Pragmatic Trial

"Fortnightly visit frequency for moderate phase~Nutritional supplement: 1 daily sachet of RUTF as soon as a child admitted with MUAC\<115mm or edema reaches a MUAC=\>115mm or absence of edema."

Transitioning children admitted with MUAC\<115mm or edema to receiving 1 daily sachet of RUTF as soon as they reach a MUAC=\>115mm and absence of edema

Admitting children with MUAC\<125mm or edema to treatment prescribing 2 daily sachets for children with MUAC\<115mm or edema and 1 daily sachet for children with MUAC 115mm to 124mm. Treatment visits are done on a weekly basis and children with MUAC\<115mm are transitioned to receiving 1 daily sachet of RUTF once they reach a MUAC=\>115mm for 2 consecutive measurements. Treatment is continued until recovery defined as a MUAC=\>125mm for 2 consecutive weeks.