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Official title Metabolic and Muscle Profile in ICU Survivors
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07329530
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- More and more patients survive a critical illness requiring admission to the intensive care unit, but they may be left with sequelae that are independent of the initial pathology. From a physical standpoint, the most visible complication is intensive care unit-acquired muscle weakness.
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
You may be able to join if
- Critical illness:
- anticipated ICU stay \>= 7 days
- Major abdominal surgery
- elective surgery
You likely can't join if
- Active malignancy
- Inherited metabolic disorder
- Known muscle disease
- Pregnancy
- Patient refusal
- Patient unable to express informed consent (dementia, confusion)
See the full eligibility criteria
- Critical illness:
- anticipated ICU stay \>= 7 days
- Major abdominal surgery
- elective surgery
- Active malignancy
- Inherited metabolic disorder
- Known muscle disease
- Pregnancy
- Patient refusal
- Patient unable to express informed consent (dementia, confusion)
- Known coagulation disorder (cirrhosis, genetic coagulopathy) or thrombocytopenia \< 100,000/mm³ on the day of biopsy, anemia with hemoglobin \< 9 g/dL on the day of biopsy, or treatment with anticoagulant agents...
- Pacemaker or other implanted electronic device (contraindication to bioelectrical impedance analysis only)
- Oxygen therapy (contraindication to indirect calorimetry during spontaneous ventilation)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Liège, Belgium
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. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Liège, Belgium. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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