Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Analyzing metabolic factors in patients with septic shock

Official title: Metabolic Cluster Analysis in Septic Shock Patients Undergoing Hemodynamic Resuscitation. A Multicenter Observational Study

Run by Corporacion Parc Tauli · NCT06500156 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how giving fluids to patients with septic shock in the ICU affects their heart and metabolism to help find better treatment methods.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment120 (estimated)
SponsorCorporacion Parc Tauli
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Sabadell, Barcelona)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMay 1, 2024
Main results expectedOctober 31, 2026
Study endsOctober 31, 2026
Registry record updatedDecember 5, 2025
Trial IDNCT06500156 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults diagnosed with septic shock within 24 hours of ICU admission who are selected for a fluid challenge due to suspected tissue hypoperfusion.

Probably not a fit

Patients under 18 years old, those with uncontrolled hemodynamic instability, or those receiving continuous renal replacement therapies may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study focuses on patients diagnosed with septic shock within the first 24 hours of their ICU admission. Participants will be monitored using a cardiac output estimation system while undergoing a fluid challenge to assess hemodynamic and metabolic parameters. The study aims to gather data on the effects of fluid resuscitation on these patients, particularly in relation to tissue hypoperfusion indicators such as elevated lactate levels. The findings could help improve understanding of optimal resuscitation strategies in critical care settings.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved resuscitation protocols for septic shock patients, potentially enhancing survival rates.

How similar studies have gone: While similar studies have explored fluid resuscitation in septic shock, this specific approach focusing on metabolic cluster analysis is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

\- Septic shock patients within the first 24 hours of ICU admission, and selected by the attending physician for performing a fluid challenge (FC) due to suspected tissue hypoperfusion (elevated lactate and/or ScvO2 \< 70%).

Exclusion Criteria:

* Age under 18 years old
* Uncontrolled hemodynamic instability, defined as the need for significant changes in vasopressor support (\> 10% from baseline dose) within the 15-minute period prior to, and/or during the administration of fluids.
* Patients receiving continuous renal replacement therapies, since the CO values obtained from the thermodilution techniques might be potentially affected.

Where it's running

  • Hospital Universitari Parc Taulí
    Sabadell, Barcelona, Spain
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.