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Official title Trial on the Impact of Indirect Calorimetry-Guided Nutritional Support on Patient-Centered Outcomes in Critically Ill Patients - The OPTICal Study
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07343440
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This multicentric randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate whether indirect calorimetry (IC)-guided nutritional support improves patient-centered outcomes in critically ill adult patients compared to standard formula-based nutritional strategies. The study includes mechanically ventilated patients expected to remain in the ICU for more than 72 hours.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
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
- All patients admitted to the ICU with the following criteria:
- ≥18 years old
- On Mechanical Ventilation
- Expected ICU length of stay \>72 hours
You likely can't join if
- Refusal of the family or patient
- Patient transferred from another ICU
- Pregnant patient
- Patient is planned for a withdrawal of care or is actively dying
- Cognitive disorder before ICU
- Patient is in jail
See the full eligibility criteria
- All patients admitted to the ICU with the following criteria:
- ≥18 years old
- On Mechanical Ventilation
- Expected ICU length of stay \>72 hours
- Refusal of the family or patient
- Patient transferred from another ICU
- Pregnant patient
- Patient is planned for a withdrawal of care or is actively dying
- Cognitive disorder before ICU
- Patient is in jail
- Patients already enrolled in the ongoing NutriPhyT trial
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Geneva, Switzerland
- Nyon, Switzerland
- Zurich, Switzerland
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 Geneva, Switzerland; Nyon, Switzerland; Zurich, Switzerland. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.