Ultrasound vs. standard method for fluid status in severe sepsis
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This study compares a special ultrasound technique (VEXUS) with the usual method (central venous pressure) to measure fluid levels in patients with severe sepsis. It aims to see which is more accurate for guiding treatment in the ICU.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have severe sepsis (life-threatening infection causing organ failure)
- You need to be treated in an intensive care unit
- You do not have liver cirrhosis or severe heart valve disease that affects ultrasound readings
- You are not on dialysis for kidney failure
- You are not pregnant
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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