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Blood markers may sharpen prognosis in cardiogenic shock

NCT ID NCT07773597

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Sohag University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 19, 2026 · Last updated Aug 20, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study investigates whether two blood markers, the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) and red cell distribution width (RDW), can improve the accuracy of the SOFA score in predicting survival for patients with cardiogenic shock. Researchers will follow 150 adults admitted with this condition, measuring these markers at admission and tracking outcomes during hospitalization. The goal is to see if adding these simple tests to existing tools helps doctors better identify patients at higher risk of death.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a more accurate way for doctors to predict outcomes in cardiogenic shock, helping them make better treatment decisions.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, so it cannot prove cause and effect. The findings may not apply to all patients or settings, and the markers might not add significant predictive value.

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Participants

About 150 people

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Expected to start

Aug 2026

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Expected to finish

Jan 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

A total of 150 patients will be recruited. The sample size was determined based on the ability to evaluate the prognostic value of neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio and red cell distribution width in patients with cardiogenic shock. Based on previous studies, the expected in-hospital mortality among cardiogenic shock patients is approximately 40-50%. With a confidence level of 95% and a statistical power of 80%, a minimum sample size of 90 patients was required. To account for possible missing data or incomplete records, the sample size was increased by 10%, resulting in a final sample size of 150 patients.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Adult patients aged ≥18 years Diagnosis of cardiogenic shock based on: Systolic blood pressure \< 90 mmHg for ≥30 minutes or need for vasopressor support Signs of tissue hypoperfusion (cold extremities, oliguria, altered mental status, elevated lactate) Evidence of cardiac dysfunction Cardiogenic shock secondary to acute coronary syndrome or other cardiac causes Availability of complete blood count on admission Exclusion Criteria: * Septic, hypovolemic, or obstructive shock Active infection or chronic inflammatory disease Hematological disorders affecting leukocytes or red blood cells Malignancy Chronic liver disease Recent blood transfusion Patients on immunosuppressive or steroid therapy

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Conditions

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cardiogenic shock Shock, Cardiogenic

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Cardiogenic shock

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  • Faculty of Medicine , Sohag University

    Sohag, Egypt

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