High-protein nutrition after abdominal surgery in the ICU
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial tests whether giving more protein to patients right after abdominal surgery in the ICU helps them recover better. It compares standard nutrition with a higher-protein plan to see which leads to better outcomes.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You had abdominal surgery (open, laparoscopic, or robotic) and are now in the surgical intensive care unit.
- You are not pregnant.
- You do not have kidney failure requiring dialysis.
- You do not have severe multiple organ failure (SOFA score of 9 or higher).
- You agree to participate and are not 'do-not-resuscitate'.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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