Personalized resuscitation strategy for septic shock patients

Hemodynamic Phenotype-Based, Capillary Refill Time-Targeted Resuscitation In Early Septic Shock: The ANDROMEDA-SHOCK-2 Randomized Clinical Trial (A2)

Not applicable Interventional Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile · NCT05057611

This study tests a personalized approach to treating septic shock by figuring out whether patients need more fluids or medication to see if it helps them recover better than standard care.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment1500 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorPontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile Academic / other
Locations1 site (Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan)
Trial IDNCT05057611 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to evaluate a targeted resuscitation strategy based on hemodynamic phenotyping and capillary refill time in patients with septic shock. The approach seeks to personalize initial resuscitation efforts by identifying patients who may benefit from fluid administration versus those who require early norepinephrine to avoid fluid overload. The study will compare this targeted strategy against usual care to determine its effectiveness in reducing mortality and organ dysfunction. By focusing on individual patient needs, the trial hopes to improve outcomes for those suffering from septic shock.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adult patients aged 18 and older diagnosed with septic shock who meet specific criteria outlined by the Sepsis-3 consensus.

Not a fit: Patients who may not benefit from this study include those with a do-not-resuscitate status, active bleeding, or those whose underlying conditions limit their life expectancy.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to a more effective and personalized treatment approach for patients with septic shock, potentially reducing mortality rates.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise with targeted resuscitation strategies in septic shock, indicating that this approach may lead to improved patient outcomes.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Consecutive adult patients (≥ 18 years) with septic shock according to Sepsis-3 consensus conference (septic shock defined as suspected or confirmed infection, plus hyperlactatemia and NE requirements due to persistent hypotension, after a fluid load of at least 1000 mL in one hour)

Exclusion Criteria:

* More than 4 hours since septic shock diagnosis,
* Anticipated surgery or acute hemodialysis procedure to start during the 6h intervention period
* Active bleeding,
* Do not resuscitate status,
* Child B-C Cirrhosis
* Underlying disease process with a life expectancy \< 90 days and/or the attending clinician deems aggressive resuscitation unsuitable
* Refractory shock (high risk of death within 24h)
* Pregnancy
* Concomitant severe acute respiratory distress syndrome.
* Patients in whom CRT cannot be accurately assessed.

Where this trial is running

Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan

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 Septic Shock
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