Clinical trials
Intensive Care clinical trials
Below are recruiting intensive care clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 445 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07525284Recruiting
Patient comfort experiences after intensive care stay
This study asks people who recently left the intensive care unit (ICU) about their comfort and experiences during their stay. The goal is to understand how to reduce discomfort for future ICU patients.
Aubagne, FranceAges 18 years+ - NCT07542925Recruiting
Predicting ICU Needs After Cancer Surgery
This study helps doctors predict which cancer surgery patients will need intensive care after their operation. By understanding these patterns better, hospitals can prepare resources and plan better care for patients like you.
AnkaraAges 18 years+ - NCT07548580Recruiting
Early Movement Therapy for Brain Injury in Hospital ICU
This study looks at how gentle, early physical movement during ICU care affects recovery in patients with serious brain injuries like stroke or head trauma. Researchers will track how patients respond to a structured movement program while they're on a breathing machine.
CopenhagenAges 18 years+ - NCT07616778Recruiting
Study of Babies Born at 22 Weeks Gestation
This study follows babies born at exactly 22 weeks of pregnancy (very early, before typical viability) who were cared for in a hospital's neonatal intensive care unit. Researchers want to understand outcomes and care practices for these extremely premature infants.
Middlesbrough, TeesideAges Any age - NCT07631221Recruiting
Protein Amount in Nutrition for Critically Ill Kidney Patients
This study tests whether different amounts of protein in tube feeding or IV nutrition affect kidney recovery in patients admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) with kidney injury. The goal is to find the best protein level to help kidneys heal while patients are critically ill.
Buenos Aires, Buenos AiresAges 18 years+ - NCT07632131Recruiting
Storytelling therapy to prevent PTSD after heart surgery
This study tests whether a special therapy called narrative exposure—where you talk through your surgery experience with a trained counselor—can help prevent PTSD (post-traumatic stress) in people recovering from heart surgery in the ICU. The goal is to help you process what happened so you feel less distressed afterward.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 18 years+ - NCT07634445Recruiting
Breathing exercises to reduce anxiety in mothers of NICU babies
This study tests whether simple breathing exercises done before breastfeeding can help reduce stress and anxiety in mothers whose babies are in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). The goal is to improve both the mother's well-being and the baby's stress levels.
Elâzığ, ElâzığAges 18 years+ - NCT07649876Recruiting
Virtual Reality to Reduce Anxiety in Critically Ill Patients
This study tests whether wearing a virtual reality headset—which shows calming scenes like nature—can help reduce anxiety, agitation, and confusion in patients admitted to the intensive care unit. The goal is to see if VR can help patients feel more comfortable during their recovery.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - NCT07656311Enrolling by invitation
Platelet size as early warning for cancer ICU patients
This study looks at whether the size of platelets in your blood when you enter the intensive care unit (ICU) can help predict your chances of recovery. It focuses on adults with cancer who are in the ICU for more than 24 hours and aims to find early signs of risk.
AnkaraAges 18 years+ - NCT07511322Enrolling by invitation
PechaKucha nutrition training for ICU nurses
This trial tests if a quick-paced teaching method called PechaKucha helps intensive care unit nurses learn about feeding patients better. It is for nurses who want to improve their skills.
SanliurfaAges 18 years+ - NCT07303335Enrolling by invitation
Sarcopenia in ICU patients on long-term ventilation
This study checks for muscle loss (sarcopenia) in ICU patients who need a breathing machine (mechanical ventilation). It aims to track how muscle health changes during hospital stay.
Terrassa, BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07269132Enrolling by invitation
Multimedia program to help ICU nurses with chemo care
This trial is testing a new computer program designed to teach intensive care unit (ICU) nurses about chemotherapy and improve their confidence in giving chemo to patients. It's not a treatment trial for patients, but a study to help nurses learn better.
TainanAges 18 years+ - NCT07157917Enrolling by invitation
Managing thirst after breathing tube removal
This trial tests a way to help thirsty patients after a breathing tube is removed or a tracheotomy is done. It is for patients who are awake and can speak Chinese.
TaipeiAges 18–100 - NCT07024459Enrolling by invitation
CARESCAPE monitoring system study in hospital patients
This study tests a new monitoring system (CARESCAPE) in hospital patients. It looks at how well the device collects health information like vital signs.
Espoo, UusimaaAges Any age - NCT06958003Enrolling by invitation
Preventing and treating diaper rash in the NICU with air time
This study is testing whether giving babies in the NICU time without a diaper (air time) helps prevent or treat diaper rash. It is for babies who are at least 30 weeks old at birth, up to 1 year old, and in stable condition.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 7 months–1 year - NCT06833125Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Garlic tablets to prevent infections in ICU patients
This trial tests whether garlic tablets can help prevent hospital-acquired infections in ICU patients. It may be an option for adults in the ICU who do not currently have an infection.
Alexandria, Alexandria GovernorateAges 18–65 - NCT06670859Enrolling by invitation
Does a special gown help anxiety after surgery?
This study tests if wearing a special coverall gown while moving around after surgery helps reduce anxiety and improve comfort, privacy, and satisfaction. It is for patients who have a urinary catheter and surgical drains.
KütahyaAges 18 years+ - NCT06616012Enrolling by invitation
Oxygen monitor for sick newborns with umbilical catheters
This study tests a special sensor that can be placed inside the umbilical catheter to keep a constant watch on oxygen levels in critically ill newborns. It may help doctors make faster and more informed decisions without extra blood draws.
Gothenburg, Halland CountyAges birth–1 day - NCT06117345Enrolling by invitation
PICU Journal for Parents and Caregivers
This study tests a journal to help parents and caregivers stay involved while their child is in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). It aims to see if the journal improves communication and engagement.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT04848090Enrolling by invitation
Genetic testing for newborns in the hospital intensive care unit
This study uses whole-genome sequencing (a DNA test that looks across the genome) for newborns in the intensive care unit when doctors suspect a genetic condition. It aims to help identify possible genetic causes of illness and improve understanding for families and clinicians.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges Up to 1 year - NCT04243356Enrolling by invitation
ICU nurse involvement in a post-ICU follow-up clinic
This study looks at whether having ICU nurses actively involved in a follow-up clinic after ICU discharge improves patients’ recovery and follow-up care. It focuses on patients who were cared for in the ICU and the registered nurses who cared for them.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT03541785Enrolling by invitation
Using NGAL to guide fluids and start kidney-filtering in children
This study tests whether measuring a urine protein called NGAL can help doctors choose the right fluid amount and decide when to start a kidney-filtering treatment called CRRT in critically ill children with kidney injury. If it works, it may help treat kidney problems sooner and more safely.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 3 months–25 years - NCT06162247Recruiting
Registry study for heart patients in intensive care
This study tracks patients with sudden heart problems admitted to a special heart intensive care unit. It helps doctors learn more about these conditions to improve future care.
NaplesAges 18 years+ - NCT07553923Recruiting
High-intensity walking rehabilitation for spinal cord injury
This study tests whether intensive walking training helps people with incomplete spinal cord injuries regain walking ability. You would work with physical therapists on challenging walking exercises to improve strength and independence.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for intensive care?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 445 recruiting intensive care 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 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 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.