New test could prevent fluid overload in sick kids

NCT ID NCT07522580

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a new, noninvasive method to quickly determine if critically ill children need intravenous fluids. The method uses gentle abdominal pressure and a device that measures blood flow. If accurate, it could help doctors avoid giving unnecessary fluids, which can be harmful. The study involves 42 children in intensive care.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to

If successful, this could give doctors a fast, safe way to decide which children need IV fluids, reducing the risk of fluid overload.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early diagnostic study with only 42 children, so results may not apply to all patients. The test may not be accurate enough to replace current methods.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cardiac arrest Shock

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

  • Hôpital Arnaud de Villeneuve - CHU de Montpellier

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Montpellier, France, 34295, France

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  • Hôpital Cardiologique Haut Lévêque - CHU de Bordeaux

    RECRUITING

    Pessac, France, 33600, France

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  • Hôpital Marie Lannelongue

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Le Plessis-Robinson, France, 92350, France

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  • Hôpital mère-enfant - CHU de Nantes

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Nantes, France, 44093, France

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