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ICU Survivors' hidden pain: new study aims to uncover why some suffer long after leaving the hospital

NCT ID NCT07180407

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Zealand University Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study follows 800 adults who spent at least 48 hours in the ICU to understand why some develop chronic pain. Researchers will call participants at 90 and 180 days after discharge to ask about pain, sleep, and quality of life. A smaller group will also have a detailed physical exam. The goal is to identify risk factors and improve care for ICU survivors.

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 study could help doctors better predict and manage chronic pain in ICU survivors, improving their long-term quality of life.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly provide a cure or therapy. Results may not apply to all ICU patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety disorder Chronic Pain chronic pain syndrome Depression sleep-wake disorder somatoform disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CHRONIC PAIN PAIN DISORDER POST INTENSIVE CARE UNIT SYNDROME QUALITY OF LIFE

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Aalborg University Hospital

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Aalborg, 9000, Denmark

  • Zealand University Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Køge, 4600, Denmark

  • Zealand University Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Nykøbing Falster, 4800, Denmark

  • Zealand University Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Roskilde, 4000, Denmark

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