Can a blood test predict burn injury survival?
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study looks at whether a simple blood test (called RDW/albumin ratio) can help predict the risk of death in patients with serious burn injuries. It aims to improve care and support for burn patients in the ICU.
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Who can take part
- You must be over 18 years old.
- You must have burns covering more than 20% of your body surface area.
- You must have been admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) within 24 hours of your burn injury.
- Blood test results (including red cell distribution width and albumin) must be available from when you were admitted.
- You cannot have chronic blood diseases, liver disease, nephrotic syndrome, or be on chemotherapy.
- You cannot be pregnant.
Quick eligibility check
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