ICU protein study: amino acids may boost recovery
NCT ID NCT02865408
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether giving extra amino acids to critically ill patients on breathing machines helps their bodies build more protein. Researchers will measure protein balance using special tracers. The goal is to understand how nutrition affects recovery in the ICU. About 30 adults are taking part.
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McGill University health Centre
Montreal, Quebec, H4A 3J1, Canada
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