INTENSIVE CARE UNIT

This study tests whether giving fish oil before heart surgery can prevent a common complication called atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat) in high-risk patients. About 550 adults having elective heart surgery will receive either fish oil or a placebo (salt water) through an…

This study looks at whether combining two sedatives—dexmedetomidine and esketamine—can reduce delirium (sudden confusion) in older patients recovering in the ICU after surgery. Delirium is common and can lead to worse outcomes. The trial will involve 100 adults aged 60 and older …

This study tests whether a nerve block called Serratus plane block can reduce pain during chest tube placement in intensive care patients. About 70 awake, non-intubated adults will be randomly assigned to receive either the nerve block or standard local anesthesia. The goal is to…

This study tests whether using a virtual reality program can reduce discomfort for patients recovering in the intensive care unit after major heart, lung, or abdominal surgery. About 194 adults will be randomly assigned to either receive standard care or use the VR headset twice …

This study looks at how to measure muscle strength in healthy people and patients in the intensive care unit (ICU). Muscle strength is important for health, and weak muscles can mean higher risk of death for ICU patients. The researchers will use handheld devices to measure stren…

This study tests a new way to manage the many alarms in intensive care units (ICUs). Currently, patients can trigger 100-350 alarms per day, but most are false or not important. The goal is to see if a stricter alarm protocol can reduce noise and improve patient safety. About 514…

This study compares two types of continuous dialysis (CVVHD and CVVHDF) in 80 ICU patients with acute kidney injury. The goal is to see if one method removes waste (urea) from the blood as well as the other. Results will help doctors choose the best approach for kidney support in…

This study watches how the immune system changes over time in 200 adults with COVID-19 who are in the intensive care unit. Researchers take blood samples to measure immune markers and see how they relate to severe lung problems, infections, or death. No new treatments are given—t…

This study looks at three different blood tests to see which one best predicts how well patients with sepsis (a severe infection) will do in the intensive care unit. Researchers will enroll 290 adults and track their blood markers and survival for 28 days. The goal is to find a s…

This study tests different eye care routines for intensive care patients who are on breathing machines. The goal is to see which method best prevents eye swelling, infections, and dryness. About 156 adults will be randomly assigned to one of four eye care approaches, including st…

This study will observe 10,000 children admitted to intensive care units across Asia. Researchers will collect data on their health, treatments, and outcomes to find what leads to better recovery. The goal is to improve care, create quality benchmarks, and develop AI tools that c…

This study tests whether a computer-based cognitive rehabilitation program can improve thinking and memory problems that often occur after a stay in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). The study will enroll 160 adults who recently had a serious ICU stay. Participants will use a comput…