Could a drug calm the immune storm in severe abdominal infections?

NCT ID NCT07672496

First seen Jun 29, 2026 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether ulinastatin, a drug that reduces inflammation, can help patients with severe abdominal infections. The infection often causes the immune system to overreact, leading to organ failure and high risk of death. Researchers will give patients either a low or high dose of ulinastatin or a placebo for five days, alongside standard care, and measure changes in immune and inflammatory markers. The goal is to see if ulinastatin can restore immune balance and improve outcomes.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

ulinastatin

What this could lead to

If ulinastatin improves immune function and reduces inflammation, it could lead to a new treatment for severe abdominal infections and lower the risk of organ failure or death.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early pilot study, so results may not be conclusive. The drug may not show benefit, and there are always risks of side effects or allergic reactions.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

immune system disorder infectious disease with sepsis infectious peritonitis Inflammation Sepsis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Fujian Medical University Union Hospital

    Fuzhou, Fujian, 350001, China

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