Sepsis and the immune system study
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This study looks at how the immune system works in people who are critically ill with sepsis. By understanding these changes, doctors hope to find better ways to treat this serious condition.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are in the intensive care unit (ICU).
- You or a legal representative can agree to the study.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You do not have a serious immune deficiency and are not taking long-term steroids or similar medicines.
- You are not already receiving palliative (comfort-focused) care.
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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