Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Observational study of pneumonia patients in intensive care

Official title: A Clinical Cohort Study of Pneumonia in Respiratory Intensive Care Unit

Run by Beijing Chao Yang Hospital · NCT02738645 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at patients with severe pneumonia in the intensive care unit to see how the illness affects them and what factors might influence their recovery.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment800 (estimated)
SponsorBeijing Chao Yang Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Beijing, Beijing Municipality)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 2016
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2026
Study endsDecember 31, 2026
Registry record updatedMarch 18, 2026
Trial IDNCT02738645 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are patients admitted to the RICU with pneumonia and an anticipated hospital stay of more than 72 hours.

Probably not a fit

Patients admitted for reasons other than pneumonia or those with a shorter anticipated hospital stay will 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 cohort study focuses on patients with pneumonia admitted to the Respiratory Intensive Care Unit (RICU). It aims to analyze clinical data to understand the epidemiology, morbidity, mortality, risk factors, clinical symptoms, and radiographic changes associated with severe pneumonia. By collecting and evaluating this information, the study seeks to improve clinical management and outcomes for patients suffering from severe pneumonia. The findings could provide valuable insights into the changing landscape of pneumonia caused by various respiratory viruses.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the clinical management of severe pneumonia, leading to better patient outcomes.

How similar studies have gone: While similar studies have been conducted, this specific cohort study aims to address the evolving epidemiology of pneumonia in the context of new respiratory viruses, making it a novel approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* admit in RICU because of pneumonia of any causes
* anticipated length of hospital stay more than 72h

Exclusion Criteria:

* admit in RICU because of other causes except pneumonia
* do not agree to join this study
* admit in RICU for the second time
* anticipated length of hospital stay less than 72h

Where it's running

  • Department of respiratory and critical care medicine,Beijing Chao-yang Hospital
    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China
    Recruiting

Study contacts

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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.