Ultrasound Imaging to Guide Septic Shock Treatment
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This study tests whether using ultrasound (heart imaging and blood-vessel scanning) helps doctors treat septic shock—a life-threatening blood infection—more effectively. The trial measures whether these imaging tools help guide fluid and medication decisions during resuscitation.
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Who can take part
- You are 18–50 years old
- You have septic shock (a serious infection causing circulatory failure)
- You have at least one sign of acute circulatory failure: very low blood pressure, rapid heartbeat (>120 bpm), very low urine output, high blood lactate, or delayed skin color return
- You do not have major heart valve disease (severe aortic valve problems)
- You do not have significant carotid artery narrowing (>50%) or previous carotid surgery
- You do not have certain heart rhythm problems (atrial fibrillation or frequent irregular heartbeats) that would prevent accurate heart imaging
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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