Identifying Prognostic Markers in Sepsis

Identification de Marqueurs de Mauvais Pronostic Clinique du Sepsis Par Analyse épigénétique.

Observational Assistance Publique Hopitaux De Marseille · NCT06446947

This study is trying to find new signs in the blood that can help predict which patients with severe sepsis might develop septic shock after major surgery.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment25 (estimated)
Ages45 Years to 75 Years
SexMale
SponsorAssistance Publique Hopitaux De Marseille Academic / other
Locations1 site (Marseille, Bouches du Rhône)
Trial IDNCT06446947 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to identify new prognostic markers for the progression of sepsis to septic shock by comparing epigenetic markers in patients who develop severe forms of sepsis against those who do not. The study involves blood sampling from male patients aged 45 to 75 who are undergoing major esophageal or digestive surgery and have post-operative gram-negative bacterial sepsis. By analyzing these markers, researchers hope to better understand the factors that influence the clinical outcomes of sepsis.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are male patients aged 45 to 75 who are undergoing major esophageal or digestive surgery and have post-operative gram-negative bacterial sepsis.

Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 45 to 75, female patients, or those with non-carcinological surgeries will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved prognostic tools for predicting the progression of sepsis, potentially enhancing patient management and outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: While this approach is focused on epigenetic markers in sepsis, similar studies have shown promise in identifying prognostic factors in other critical conditions, suggesting potential for success.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Male patients,
* Patients between 45 and 75 years of age,
* Patients undergoing major esophageal or digestive carcinological surgery,
* Patients with post-operative gram-negative bacterial sepsis (proven or suspected in the context of organ failure).

Exclusion Criteria:

* patients under 45 and aged 76 and over,
* female patients,
* non-carcinological or minor surgery,
* non-esophageal or non-digestive surgery,
* Gram-positive bacterial or fungal infections in the absence of associated BGN,
* patients with hematological cancer,
* immunocompromised patients,
* septic surgery (surgical site infection),
* patients expressing opposition to data collection and analysis (clinical and/or biological) within the regulatory framework of the study,
* patients under guardianship or curatorship,
* patients not affiliated to a social security system or equivalent in France,
* patients deprived of their liberty.

Where this trial is running

Marseille, Bouches du Rhône

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 Sepsis SyndromeSeptic ShockSepsis
Last reviewed 2026-06-15 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.