Can a simple blood test predict brain injury in sepsis?
NCT ID NCT03133208
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at blood markers in 90 sepsis patients who develop confusion or delirium. Researchers will take blood samples over 72 hours to measure proteins linked to brain injury. The goal is to find patterns that predict recovery or long-term problems.
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 could help doctors identify brain injury in sepsis patients earlier and predict recovery.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study with no treatment being tested. It may not lead to any direct benefit for patients.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida, 32611, United States
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