Telehealth support for recovery after intensive care
Telehealth-enhanced Patient-oriented Recovery Trajectory After Intensive Care
This study is testing whether telehealth support can help older adults recover better from serious illnesses after being in intensive care, focusing on improving their thinking, physical health, and mental well-being.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 202 (estimated) |
| Ages | 45 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Vanderbilt University Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Columbus, Ohio and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06014931 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
The TelePORT initiative focuses on improving recovery trajectories for patients who have survived intensive care, particularly those suffering from Post-Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS). This longitudinal intervention aims to address cognitive, physical, and mental impairments through a telemedicine-delivered interdisciplinary ICU Recovery Clinic. By targeting older adults who have experienced septic shock or acute respiratory failure, the study seeks to enhance their long-term cognitive function and overall quality of life. The approach is designed to overcome barriers to in-person clinic access, making recovery support more widely available.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 45 and older who have been admitted to an ICU and treated for acute respiratory failure or septic shock.
Not a fit: Patients who are in hospice care, lack access to necessary technology for telemedicine, or have severe pre-existing cognitive impairments may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve cognitive and functional outcomes for ICU survivors, enhancing their quality of life and ability to reintegrate into society.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach of using telemedicine for recovery support is innovative, similar studies have shown promise in addressing post-intensive care challenges, indicating potential for success.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults (age ≥45) * Admitted to a medical or surgical ICU * Treated for ARF (with mechanical ventilation) and/or septic shock (with vasopressors) Exclusion Criteria: * hospice care at discharge or not expected to survive 6 months * no access to a computer or electronic device (e.g., tablet, smart phone) with cellular or WiFi connection for a telemedicine clinic visit * substance abuse or psych disorder that prevents independent living * inability to speak English * severe dementia preventing independent living prior to index hospitalization
Where this trial is running
Columbus, Ohio and 1 other locations
- Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center — Columbus, Ohio, United States (Not_yet_recruiting)
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center — Nashville, Tennessee, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Leanne M Boehm, PhD — Vanderbilt University
- Study coordinator: Leanne M Boehm, PhD
- Email: leanne.boehm@vanderbilt.edu
- Phone: 615-343-1051
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.