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New treatment option for Metabolism and Nutrition Disorder
Official title Amino Acid Metabolism in Fed Surgical Critically Ill Patients
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03451968
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Introduction Sarcopenia is defined as progressive generalized loss of skeletal muscle mass, strength and function. Sarcopenia due to lack of physical activity is a known phenomenon and is usually observed as a normal part of aging or in certain diseases and pathogenic processes.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Study population:
- 15 ICU critically ill patient hospitalized due to surgical/trauma injury.
- above 18 years old no upper limit.
- hospitalized at the ICU more than 7 days Control group:
- 15 Healthy volunteers, over 18 years old no upper limit.
You likely can't join if
- patients under 18 years old
- patients under TPN treatment prior to their admission to ICU
- patients with chronic bowel disease (e.g Crohn's, celiac, short bowel)
- any relation (e.g family member or assistant) to the study investigators
See the full eligibility criteria
- Study population:
- 15 ICU critically ill patient hospitalized due to surgical/trauma injury.
- above 18 years old no upper limit.
- hospitalized at the ICU more than 7 days Control group:
- 15 Healthy volunteers, over 18 years old no upper limit.
- the volunteers won't be dependent or subordinated to the research investigators
- patients under 18 years old
- patients under TPN treatment prior to their admission to ICU
- patients with chronic bowel disease (e.g Crohn's, celiac, short bowel)
- any relation (e.g family member or assistant) to the study investigators
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Petah Tikva, Israel
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Petah Tikva, Israel. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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