Bioimpedance-guided fluid therapy for ICU patients after major surgery
This study compares two methods of giving fluids to patients after major surgery: one uses a special device to measure body composition and guide fluid amounts, while the other uses standard care. It aims to see if the device-guided approach improves recovery in the intensive care unit.
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Who can take part
- You had a major surgery under general anesthesia (such as surgery lasting over 4 hours, losing more than 1000 mL of blood, or needing a blood transfusion).
- You are admitted to the intensive care unit after surgery.
- You agree to participate and sign a consent form.
- You do not have severe kidney or liver problems, or conditions that prevent the body composition device from working (like a pacemaker, metal implants, or amputation).
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 18 and 35.
Quick eligibility check
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