Protein intake for patients with severe brain conditions
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial studies how different amounts of protein affect recovery in patients with severe brain injuries or conditions. It aims to find the best protein dose to improve outcomes in the intensive care unit.
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Who can take part
- Be between 18 and 80 years old.
- Have a severe brain condition such as a major stroke, brain bleed, or traumatic brain injury requiring ICU care for at least 3 days.
- Be at high nutritional risk or have trouble eating and need tube feeding for at least 5 days.
- Not have a terminal illness, active major bleeding, severe liver failure, or uncontrolled diabetes.
- Not be participating in another nutrition study.
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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