Are ICU patients getting the right antibiotic dose? new study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07287813

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether standard antibiotic doses are effective for ICU patients on ECMO (heart-lung support) or kidney dialysis. Researchers will measure drug levels in 40 adults with serious infections. The goal is to see if dosing adjustments are needed to avoid under- or over-treatment.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

beta-lactam antibiotics and beta-lactamase inhibitors

What this could lead to

If successful, this could help doctors give the right antibiotic doses to critically ill patients on life support, improving infection treatment and reducing side effects.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage observational study with only 40 patients. It does not test a new treatment, so results may not change practice immediately.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

gram-negative bacterial infections

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo

    Pavia, Lombardy, 27100, Italy

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