Early steroid treatment for severe burns
Treatments studied
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests whether giving a steroid called dexamethasone early after a severe burn can reduce serious complications and the risk of death. It is for adults on a breathing machine with large burns.
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Who can take part
- Your age must be between 18 and 80 years old.
- Burns must cover 20% or more of your body.
- You must be on a breathing machine (ventilator).
- You must be within 48 hours of the burn injury.
- You cannot have a severe lung condition called ARDS at the time of admission.
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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