Sleepless in scrubs: 24-Hour shifts may weaken Surgeons' immune defenses
NCT ID NCT06636318
First seen Jan 07, 2026 · Last updated May 17, 2026 · Updated 24 times
Summary
This study looks at how working a 24-hour shift affects the immune system of surgery residents. Researchers will measure changes in immune cells and inflammation before and after a long shift. The goal is to understand how sleep deprivation impacts the body's ability to fight off illness. The study involves 60 healthy surgery residents at the University of Chicago.
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