HSV-1 infection in severe pneumonia patients in the ICU
Part of Infections, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study looks at whether a common virus (herpes simplex virus type 1) becomes active in patients with severe pneumonia in the ICU. Understanding this may help improve treatment and care.
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Who can take part
- You are older than 18 years.
- You have been diagnosed with severe pneumonia.
- You have been in the ICU for more than 72 hours.
- A family member has signed a consent form for you to join the study.
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