Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Dynamic SvO2 to predict fluid responsiveness in septic shock

Official title: Diagnostic Accuracy of Dynamic Central Venous Oxygen Saturation in Predicting Fluid Responsiveness in Septic Shock: A Prospective Observational Study

Run by Menoufia University · NCT07516236 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests whether dynamic central venous oxygen saturation can predict which septic shock patients will respond to fluid boluses.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment115 (estimated)
SponsorMenoufia University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Menouf)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 2026
Main results expectedJanuary 2027
Study endsFebruary 2027
Registry record updatedOctober 6, 2026
Trial IDNCT07516236 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Adults with septic shock requiring vasopressors and meeting Sepsis-3 criteria, able to undergo central venous catheterization and echocardiography.

Probably not a fit

Patients with contraindications to fluid bolus, significant valvular disease, atrial fibrillation, poor echocardiographic windows, or bleeding risk may not benefit from this approach.

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

What this trial studies

This prospective observational study compares dynamic ScvO2 with echocardiography (VTI) and electrical cardiometry to see if changes after a fluid challenge predict fluid responsiveness in septic shock. Measurements are taken at baseline and after fluid bolus, with standardized hemodynamic monitoring and vasopressor management kept constant during the assessment. Echocardiography is performed by an experienced, blinded operator, while noninvasive cardiac output is measured with a validated device. Central venous blood samples are collected to determine ScvO2, and all procedures follow safety and protocolized steps to ensure data accuracy.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, dynamic ScvO2 could help clinicians quickly identify which patients will benefit from fluids, potentially reducing unnecessary fluid administration.

How similar studies have gone: Prior studies have explored dynamic venous and echocardiographic parameters in fluid responsiveness, but this exact combination and diagnostic-accuracy focus is relatively novel in septic shock.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Age \> 18 years
* Diagnosis of septic shock according to Sepsis-3 criteria:

Suspected or confirmed infection o Requirement for vasopressors to maintain MAP \> 65 mmHg o Serum lactate \> 2 mmol/L despite adequate fluid resuscitation

Exclusion Criteria:

* Pregnancy
* Significant valvular heart disease.
* Atrial fibrillation.
* Inadequate echocardiographic window.
* Ongoing bleeding or contraindication to fluid bolus.

Where it's running

  • Menoufia University
    Menouf, Egypt
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
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