Massive study aims to uncover hidden toll of ICU survival
NCT ID NCT07585578
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tracks 800 ICU survivors across multiple hospitals in China to measure ongoing physical, mental, and thinking problems—known as Post-Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS). Researchers will assess muscle strength, mobility, memory, mood, sleep, and pain using standard tests. The goal is to gather real-world data to improve care for patients after they leave the ICU.
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 provide a clearer picture of the long-term challenges ICU survivors face, helping doctors design better follow-up care and rehabilitation programs.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly improve health. Results may vary across different hospitals and regions, and the findings might not apply to all ICU survivors.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Anhui Wanbei Rehabilitation Hospital
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGHuaibei, Anhui, China
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Beijing Rehabilitation Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing,China
RECRUITINGBeijing, Beijing Municipality, 100043, China
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Hunan Rehabilitation Hospital
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGHunan, Hunan, 410000, China
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Zhengzhou Central Hospital Affiliated to Zhengzhou University
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGHenan, Zhengzhou, 450007, China
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