Short peptides vs. whole protein feeding for sepsis
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This trial compares two types of liquid nutrition given through a feeding tube to patients with sepsis in the ICU. One formula uses short peptides (easier-to-digest protein pieces) and the other uses whole proteins, to see which helps you recover better.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old
- You have been admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) within the last 24 hours
- You have been diagnosed with sepsis (a life-threatening condition caused by infection)
- You do not have any problems that prevent using a feeding tube, such as a hole, bleeding, or blockage in your stomach or intestines
- You are expected to stay in the ICU for more than 7 days
Quick eligibility check
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