Treatment of sepsis using human umbilical cord stem cells

Clinical Study on Human Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells in the Treatment of Sepsis

EARLY_PHASE1 · Daping Hospital and the Research Institute of Surgery of the Third Military Medical University · NCT06882811

This study is testing if giving people with sepsis infusions of stem cells from umbilical cords can help them survive better than those who receive a standard treatment.

Quick facts

PhaseEARLY_PHASE1
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment180 (estimated)
Ages0 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
SponsorDaping Hospital and the Research Institute of Surgery of the Third Military Medical University (other)
Locations1 site (Chongqing, Chongqing Municipality)
Trial IDNCT06882811 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of intravenous infusions of universal umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells (UC-MSCs) and a specific subpopulation of CD83+ MSCs in treating sepsis. The primary goal is to assess the 28-day survival rate of participants diagnosed with sepsis, while secondary objectives include evaluating the safety of these stem cells and providing data for future clinical treatment plans. Participants will receive either the stem cell treatment or a control solution to compare outcomes.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 0-65 years who have been diagnosed with sepsis based on established clinical guidelines.

Not a fit: Patients with severe underlying health conditions, imminent terminal status, or active drug-resistant infections may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly improve survival rates for patients suffering from sepsis.

How similar studies have performed: While the use of stem cells in treating sepsis is a novel approach, similar studies have shown promising results in related areas, indicating potential for success.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Age: 0-65 years old, diagnosed with sepsis
* Clinical diagnosis of sepsis (based on Sepsis 3.0 International Guidelines)
* Confirmed or suspected infection

Exclusion Criteria:

* Violation of medical ethics
* Significant confounding factors likely to bias study outcomes
* Poor adherence to the study protocol
* Concurrent participation in other clinical trials
* Specific medical conditions:

  1. History of chronic enteritis, neuropsychiatric disorders, or transplantation (bone marrow, lung, liver, pancreas, or small intestine)
  2. Severe primary diseases affecting survival (e.g., life-limiting hepatic, renal, or endocrine disorders) or psychiatric disorders
  3. History of hypersensitivity or severe adverse reactions to biological products
  4. Imminent terminal status (e.g., septic shock, life expectancy \<7 days)
  5. Foreseeable risk of medical errors or disputes during hospitalization
  6. Active drug-resistant infections
  7. History of malignancy at screening
  8. Pregnancy, lactation, or plans for pregnancy within the next year

Where this trial is running

Chongqing, Chongqing Municipality

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.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Sepsis

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 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.