Clinical trials
Intensive Care Unit clinical trials
Below are recruiting intensive care unit clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 277 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT03014427Recruiting
Build a hospital database of people in intensive care
This trial collects information about adults receiving intensive care to build a “database” that helps doctors and researchers better understand ICU patients. It mainly involves registering your clinical and health details, even if your condition is complex or you are getting comfort-focused care.
AachenAges 18 years+ - NCT04541862Recruiting
ICU patient information database for adults
This trial collects and studies health information from people who are critically ill and admitted to an intensive care unit. It may help doctors learn how to better care for ICU patients in the future.
TaipeiAges 20 years+ - NCT06081205Recruiting
Heart disease patients in intensive care study
This trial observes patients admitted to the cardiac intensive care unit with acute heart or blood vessel problems. It aims to learn more about their conditions and treatments.
Ioannina, EpirusAges Any age - NCT07866625Recruiting
Muscle mass and health in intensive care patients
This study looks at how muscle mass relates to vital signs and blood oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in adults staying in the intensive care unit. It may help doctors better understand and care for patients who are critically ill.
ErzurumAges 18 hours+ - NCT05288140Recruiting
Using daily diaries for people in the intensive care unit
This study checks whether keeping a daily diary for people in the intensive care unit can help after an ICU stay. You may be eligible if you are in the ICU, are sedated and on a breathing machine for at least 24 hours, and can agree to follow-up visits.
BarcelonaAges 18–100 - NCT07833020Recruiting
Gyrotonic exercise for teens with lupus after intensive care
This study tests whether a special exercise program called Gyrotonic can help teenagers with childhood lupus recover after a stay in the intensive care unit (ICU). The exercises aim to improve strength and movement, which may be affected after such a serious illness.
Dokki, Giza GovernorateAges 13–17 - NCT06466811Recruiting
Predicting blockages in external ventricular drains
This study looks at whether brain scans can help predict when a ventricular drain (a small tube placed in the brain to drain fluid) might get blocked. If researchers can predict blockages, they might be able to prevent complications.
Nantes, Loire-AtlantiqueAges 18 years+ - NCT07806422Recruiting
Virtual reality to prevent confusion in ICU
This trial tests if virtual reality can help prevent confusion (delirium) during an ICU stay. It uses relaxing activities to keep the mind clear, which may help you recover faster and with fewer complications.
Shenzhen, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT07780526Recruiting
Predicting intensive care needs after surgery
This study looks at whether anesthesiologists can predict which patients will need intensive care after surgery or a procedure. It may help improve how doctors plan care for patients after operations.
VanAges 18 years+ - NCT07715682Recruiting
Gentle touch and calm for premature babies' blood tests
This study tests whether gentle human touch and fewer distractions can help reduce pain and improve comfort for premature babies during a standard heel-prick blood test.
AnkaraAges 7 months–9 months - NCT06653998Recruiting
Early movement and rehab in ICU patients
This study tests whether starting physical therapy and movement early is safe and possible for patients in the intensive care unit. It aims to improve recovery for people who are stable enough to participate.
Bogotá, Bogota D.C.Ages 18 years+ - NCT05625867Recruiting
After–ICU follow-up program to improve life quality
This study tests a structured follow-up consultation after a stay in an intensive care unit (ICU) to see whether it improves quality of life. You may be asked to join regular interdisciplinary visits after your ICU stay.
DijonAges 18 years+ - NCT07606495Recruiting
Better Sleep Care for Critically Ill Patients in ICU
This study tests whether personalized nighttime nursing care can improve sleep quality and health outcomes for conscious patients in the intensive care unit. Researchers believe better sleep may help patients recover faster and have better long-term health.
La Roche-sur-YonAges 18 years+ - NCT05849597RecruitingPhase 3
Dexmedetomidine to prevent delirium after open-heart surgery
This trial tests whether a sedating medicine called dexmedetomidine can reduce the risk of “delirium” (sudden confusion) in the intensive care unit after open-heart surgery. If you’re having certain heart operations, it may help protect your thinking and alertness during recovery.
KamenitzAges 18 years+ - NCT07585500Recruiting
Virtual Reality to Help Recovery in ICU Patients
This study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) glasses can help patients recover better after spending time in the intensive care unit. The VR program is designed to help regain strength, movement, and mental function during recovery.
Porto, Porto DistrictAges 18 years+ - NCT07562048Recruiting
Comfort Cuddling for Children in Critical Care
This study looks at whether gentle cuddling and physical comfort help children feel better while they're in the intensive care unit. Researchers believe close contact with caregivers may reduce stress and improve how children recover.
Calgary, AlbertaAges Up to 18 years - NCT06749483Recruiting
Gut bacteria and infection in intensive care patients
This study looks at how gut bacteria affect severe infections in the ICU. It tests whether the microbiome can be a source of sepsis and a target for treatment. If you are critically ill or a long-term sepsis survivor, you might help find new ways to prevent infections.
Jena, ThuringiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07496255Recruiting
Virtual reality for memory help after ICU confusion
This trial tests whether using virtual reality (VR) can help older adults recover their thinking and memory after a serious illness and confusion in the ICU. You may be eligible if you are 50 or older, spent time on a breathing machine, and had delirium in the ICU.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 50 years+ - NCT07483710Recruiting
CT scan muscle test in ICU for septic shock
This study looks at whether a CT scan of the lower back muscle, taken when you first arrive in the intensive care unit for septic shock, can help predict recovery three months later. It may help doctors better understand how muscle health affects survival.
LyonAges 18 years+ - NCT06770751Recruiting
Family involvement in intensive care
This study looks at how having a family member actively involved in care affects patients in the intensive care unit (ICU). You may be able to join if you are over 18 and have a family member who can help with your care.
IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT07451886RecruitingPhase 2
Fludrocortisone for septic shock
This study tests whether adding a steroid called fludrocortisone to standard care helps people with septic shock (a dangerous drop in blood pressure from infection) get better faster. If you are in the ICU, on a breathing machine, and need strong medication for your blood pressure, you may be eligible.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT07448805Recruiting
Accuracy and safety of a glucose monitor in the ICU
This trial tests a continuous glucose monitoring system (Syai Tag) in the intensive care unit (ICU). It aims to see how well it measures blood sugar levels safely compared to standard methods.
MariborAges 18 years+ - NCT07437131Recruiting
Doula support for NICU families
This study offers doula support to families whose newborn is in the NICU for at least 2 weeks. It aims to help parents feel more supported and less stressed during this difficult time.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT07410858Recruiting
Virtual reality education for NICU parents
This study tests whether a virtual reality program can help parents learn about their baby's care in the NICU. If you join, you would use a VR headset to learn while your baby is in the hospital.
Ismailia, Ismailia, Egypt.Ages 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for intensive care unit?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 277 recruiting intensive care unit studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a intensive care unit trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a intensive care unit trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.