Assessing Enterorenal Syndrome in Sepsis Using Ultrasound

A Study on the Significance of Joint Evaluation of Gastrointestinal Ultrasound Results and Renal Artery Resistance Index for Assessing the Intestinal-renal Syndrome in Sepsis Patients

Observational Zhangzhou Municipal Hospital · NCT06505512

This study is testing how ultrasound can help doctors understand and track kidney problems in patients with sepsis from abdominal infections to improve their care in the ICU.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment74 (estimated)
Ages14 Years to 85 Years
SexAll
SponsorZhangzhou Municipal Hospital Academic / other
Locations1 site (Zhangzhou, Fujian)
Trial IDNCT06505512 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study evaluates patients with sepsis caused by abdominal infections by utilizing gastrointestinal ultrasound and renal artery resistance index measurements. Patients are categorized into survival and death groups based on various ultrasound parameters, including gastric antrum size and colon function, to assess the progression of enterorenal syndrome. The study aims to provide objective data to inform clinical decision-making and improve patient outcomes in critical care settings. Data is collected at multiple time points during ICU admission to monitor changes and outcomes.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include adult patients diagnosed with intra-abdominal infections and experiencing sepsis or septic shock.

Not a fit: Patients with open chest or abdominal injuries, advanced tumors, uremia, or who are pregnant may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the understanding and management of enterorenal syndrome in septic patients, potentially improving survival rates.

How similar studies have performed: While similar studies have explored the relationship between gastrointestinal function and renal outcomes in sepsis, this specific approach combining ultrasound metrics is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients diagnosed with intra-abdominal infections
* Patients with sepsis or septic shock

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with open chest or abdominal injury
* Patients with advanced tumor
* Patients with uremia
* Pregnant women

Where this trial is running

Zhangzhou, Fujian

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions SepsisUrinary Tract Infections
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 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.