Sleepless in scrubs: study probes how All-Nighters weaken Surgeons' defenses
NCT ID NCT06636318
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
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 the shift. The goal is to understand the health risks of sleep deprivation in medical professionals.
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The University of Chicago
RECRUITINGChicago, Illinois, 60637, United States
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