One-Size-Fits-All lactate test may miss risks in ICU patients
NCT ID NCT07582614
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This observational study of 16,000 ICU patients aims to find if age- and sex-specific blood lactate levels better predict death risk than the current standard threshold. Researchers will analyze hospital data from 2016-2024, focusing on sepsis patients. The goal is to improve early detection and personalized care for critically ill people.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help doctors identify high-risk ICU patients earlier using personalized lactate thresholds, potentially reducing deaths from sepsis.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study using existing data, so it cannot prove cause and effect. The findings may not apply to all hospitals or patient groups.
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Uppsala University Hospital
Uppsala, 75185, Sweden