Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 20 and up

Registry of patients in the medical intensive care unit

Official title: Cohort Study of Patients Patients in the Medical Intensive Care Unit to Evaluate Postintensive Care Sydnrome

Run by Seoul National University Hospital · NCT03216785 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is tracking patients who stay in the medical intensive care unit to see how they recover and what their long-term health looks like after they leave the hospital.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages20 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment5000 (estimated)
SponsorSeoul National University Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Seoul)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJuly 1, 2017
Main results expectedJuly 1, 2027
Study endsJuly 1, 2027
Registry record updatedAugust 20, 2021
Trial IDNCT03216785 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are patients who have been admitted to the medical intensive care unit for critical conditions.

Probably not a fit

Patients admitted for simple procedures or those requiring only postoperative care observation may 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 involves creating a prospective registry of patients who are admitted to the medical intensive care unit (MICU) at Seoul National University Hospital. The study aims to follow these patients for up to five years after their discharge to gather data on their recovery and long-term outcomes. By tracking various health metrics and experiences, the study seeks to better understand post-intensive care syndrome (PICS) and its effects on patients. The methodology focuses on comprehensive data collection and patient follow-up to inform future critical care practices.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the long-term effects of critical care on patients, potentially improving post-discharge care and outcomes.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in understanding post-intensive care syndrome through similar registry approaches, indicating the potential for meaningful findings.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients admitted to the medical intensive care unit

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients admitted to the intensive care unit for simple procedures
* Patients admitted for postoperative care observation

Where it's running

  • Seoul National University Hospital
    Seoul, South Korea
    Recruiting

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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.