New procedure aims to predict brain death within 48 hours
NCT ID NCT03765814
First seen Nov 20, 2025 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 23 times
Summary
This study tested a standard procedure to identify seriously brain-injured patients who are likely to progress to brain death within 48 hours. Researchers followed 83 patients in intensive care whose families agreed to withdraw life support. The goal was to improve the organ donation process by better predicting brain death.
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Locations
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CH Annecy Genevois
Pringy, Haute Savoie, 74374, France
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CHU de Nantes
Nantes, Loire-Atlantique, 44093, France
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Centre Hospitalier Départemental de Vendée Les Oudairies
La Roche-sur-Yon, Vendée, 85000, France
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Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal Toulon La Seyne sur Mer
Toulon, Var, 83200, France
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