Toe temperature test for blood flow in septic shock
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This study tests whether measuring the temperature difference between the core of the body and the big toe can help doctors see how well blood is flowing in adults with septic shock. This could give a simple, non-invasive way to monitor a serious condition.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You are in the intensive care unit (ICU) with septic shock (a severe infection causing low blood pressure)
- You are in the early resuscitation phase (within hours of ICU admission)
- You do not have known lower-limb artery disease, critical limb ischemia, or a major leg injury
- You do not have a blood clot in the leg (deep vein thrombosis), active diabetic foot ulcer, or severe leg swelling
- You do not have a burn, infection, or skin problem on the big toe
- You are not having your legs warmed or cooled by a device that would affect temperature readings
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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