Electroacupuncture for sepsis patients in the ICU
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This study tests whether gentle electrical stimulation through thin needles placed in the lower legs (electroacupuncture) can help patients fight sepsis in the ICU. It aims to see if this treatment reduces organ damage and speeds recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have sepsis (a serious infection that causes organ failure).
- You do not have nerve damage, amputation, or severe injury in your lower legs.
- You do not have an implanted medical device such as a pacemaker or heart defibrillator.
- You or your family agree to try electroacupuncture therapy.
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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