Extra protein to support muscle strength in ICU
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether giving extra protein through a feeding tube can help ICU patients maintain muscle strength. It may be an option for people who are expected to stay in the ICU for at least a week and need a breathing machine.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You can receive nutrition through a feeding tube (no severe gut problems)
- You are expected to need a breathing machine for at least 3 days
- You are expected to stay in the ICU for at least 7 days
- You do not have a spinal cord injury, severe allergies to certain proteins, severe organ failure, or a bleeding disorder
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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