Improving nutrition for patients in intensive care units
Interpretation and Optimization of Nutrition in the Intensive Care Units
NA · Dim3 · NCT06342895
This study is testing a new way to improve nutrition for patients in intensive care units to help them recover faster and avoid complications.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 144 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Dim3 (industry) |
| Locations | 1 site (Lille) |
| Trial ID | NCT06342895 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study focuses on enhancing nutritional support for patients in intensive care units (ICUs) by monitoring and optimizing the delivery of prescribed nutrition. It addresses the common issue of inadequate nutritional intake, which can lead to serious complications and prolonged recovery times. The approach includes feedback mechanisms for nutritional support prescriptions and delivery, aiming to ensure that patients receive the necessary calories and proteins during their ICU stay. The study is conducted at the Lille University Hospital and involves collaboration with healthcare partners.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and over who are admitted to the Lille University Hospital Surgical ICU for at least three days and are receiving nutritional support.
Not a fit: Patients under 18, those with prior nutritional support before ICU admission, or individuals with treatment limitations may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could significantly improve the nutritional status and overall recovery of ICU patients, potentially reducing complications and length of hospital stays.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have indicated that optimizing nutritional support in ICU settings can lead to improved patient outcomes, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18 and over. * French Social Security system registration. * First stay in ICU * Admitted to the Lille University Hospital Surgical ICU for at least 3 days. * Active enteral and/or parenteral nutritional support prescription * Patient and/or next-of-kin informed about the study and having consented to participation in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * Age under 18 * Burn patient * Admitted to the ICU with a prior active enteral/parenteral nutritional support before day 3, except trophic nutrition * Dying patient, not-to-be-resuscitated order, or other treatment limitation decision at ICU admission * Adult under guardianship * Department of corrections inmate
Where this trial is running
Lille
- University Hospital Lille — Lille, France (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Eric KIPNIS, MD,PhD — University Hospital, Lille
- Study coordinator: Eric KIPNIS, MD,PhD
- Email: eric.kipnis@chu-lille.fr
- Phone: +33 (0)3 20 44 59 62
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Nutritional Support, Intensive Care Unit, Protein Calorie Malnutrition, Refeeding syndrome, Clinical Decision Support Systems