Ultrasound-Guided fluid removal could save kidneys in ICU patients
NCT ID NCT07346118
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether using a special ultrasound technique (mVExUS) to guide how much fluid is removed during dialysis can improve outcomes for critically ill patients with acute kidney injury. 126 adults in the ICU will be randomly assigned to either standard care or the ultrasound-guided approach. The main goal is to see if the ultrasound method leads to a better fluid balance over 72 hours and fewer complications like low blood pressure.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- ultrasound-guided fluid management (mVExUS protocol)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could lead to a more precise way to manage fluid levels in critically ill kidney patients, potentially reducing complications and improving survival.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial (126 participants) testing a new ultrasound method. The approach may not improve outcomes over standard care, and results may not apply to all ICU patients.
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