Personalized care approach for patients with suspected sepsis
Official title: Sepsis: From Syndrome to Personalized Care
Run by Oslo University Hospital · NCT04203979 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing new ways to diagnose sepsis in about 1500 adults who show signs of it when they arrive at the emergency department, to help create more personalized treatment plans.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 1950 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Oslo University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Oslo) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | January 6, 2020 |
| Main results expected | July 31, 2027 |
| Study ends | September 30, 2027 |
| Registry record updated | March 19, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT04203979 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are adults over 18 years old who are admitted to the emergency department with suspected sepsis.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are unable to provide informed consent or have conditions other than sepsis 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 study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of various biomarkers and molecular biological methods in diagnosing sepsis among patients admitted to the emergency department. It will include approximately 1500 adult patients who are suspected of having sepsis and are managed by specialized rapid response teams. The study will also focus on identifying novel sepsis endotypes to enhance personalized treatment strategies. Informed consent will be obtained from participants, and the study will take place over a three-year period.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more accurate and personalized treatment options for patients with sepsis.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promise in using biomarkers for sepsis diagnosis, but this approach of identifying novel endotypes is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * admitted to emergency department OUH, Ullevål. * managed by the medical rapid response team or the sepsis rapid response team Exclusion Criteria: * Not given informed consent by patient or next of kin (if patient is not able to)
Where it's running
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Oslo University Hospital
Oslo, Norway Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Aleksander R Holten, PhD — Oslo University Hospital
- Study coordinator: Aleksander R Holten, PhD
- Email: aleksander.holten@gmail.com
- Phone: +4799275784
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.