Water test reveals hidden energy needs of ICU patients

NCT ID NCT07256340

First seen Jan 09, 2026 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 21 times

Summary

This study aims to accurately measure how much energy critically ill patients use while in the ICU. Many ICU patients are malnourished, which can lead to worse outcomes. Researchers will use a special water test (doubly labelled water) that tracks energy use through urine samples. The goal is to improve nutrition plans and help patients recover better.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Jessa Hospital Campus Virga Jesse

    RECRUITING

    Hasselt, Limburg, 3500, Belgium

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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