Using HA380 hemoadsorption to treat septic shock in ICU patients

Safety and Efficacy of HA380 HEMoadsorption in Combination With OXiris Membrane for Continuous HemoDiaFiltration in Patients With Septic Shock - HEMOX-HDF Trial

Not applicable Interventional Turku University Hospital · NCT04997421

This study is testing if a new treatment using HA380 hemoadsorption can help ICU patients with septic shock and kidney problems feel better and recover faster.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment40 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 79 Years
SexAll
SponsorTurku University Hospital Government
Locations1 site (Turku)
Trial IDNCT04997421 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial investigates the safety and efficacy of HA380 hemoadsorption combined with continuous veno-venous hemodiafiltration (CVVHDF) in patients suffering from septic shock and acute kidney injury. The study aims to reduce the harmful effects of a cytokine storm and high endotoxin levels that contribute to organ dysfunction and mortality in critically ill patients. Eligible participants include adults admitted to the ICU with septic shock requiring norepinephrine and likely to need continuous renal replacement therapy within 48 hours. The trial will assess the impact of this combined treatment approach on patient outcomes.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 years old with septic shock and acute kidney injury requiring intensive care.

Not a fit: Patients who are already on maintenance dialysis or have a very poor prognosis are unlikely to benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly reduce mortality rates in patients with septic shock and acute kidney injury.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise with similar hemoadsorption techniques, suggesting potential for success in this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Age \>18 years, admitted to the ICU
* Septic shock according to the Sepsis-3 criteria and a norepinephrine requirement ≥0.2µg/kg/min despite adequate fluid resuscitation
* Acute kidney injury at or after ICU admission and the treating physician considers that initiation of CRRT is likely within 48 hours.
* Informed consent from the patient or family members is received

Exclusion Criteria:

* Maintenance dialysis dependency or RRT during current hospital stay prior to ICU admission
* GFR less than 20ml/kg/1.73m2 prior to hospital admission (within 365 days)
* Neurosurgical patients
* Pregnant women
* Patient's lack of commitment to start RRT
* Chronic or acute clinical condition with a prognosis below 6 months
* History of heparin allergy or heparin induced thrombocytopenia

Where this trial is running

Turku

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 ShockAcute Kidney Injury
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 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.