Amino acid infusion to protect kidneys during ECMO support
Part of Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests whether giving a special amino acid infusion (protein building blocks) through an IV can help protect kidney function in patients on ECMO, a machine that supports the heart and lungs. It is a pilot study to see if this treatment is safe and feasible in the intensive care unit.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You must already be enrolled in the EXCEL Registry (a database for intensive care patients).
- You must not have very high urea levels in your blood (a sign of kidney problems).
- You must not be on or need kidney replacement therapy (dialysis).
- You must have been on ECMO (heart-lung support) for less than 24 hours.
- You must not be pregnant or breastfeeding.
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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