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Could a yellow tinge predict dangerous hospital infections?

NCT ID NCT05752084

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Tanta University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 06, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether jaundice, a yellowing of the skin and eyes, makes people with cirrhosis more likely to develop infections while in the hospital. Researchers will follow 250 Egyptian patients with cirrhosis to see if those with jaundice get more hospital-acquired infections and how that affects their recovery. The goal is to better understand risk factors so hospitals can protect vulnerable patients.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If jaundice is confirmed as a risk factor, it could help doctors identify cirrhosis patients at higher risk of hospital infections and take preventive steps.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, so it can show a link but not prove cause and effect. Results may not apply beyond the specific patient group studied.

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Study facts

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Participants

250 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jan 2022

Finished

Nov 2022

Lead sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

patients were diagnosed with cirrhosis based on liver biopsy. Decompensation was defined as acute deterioration in liver function accompanied with acute onset of complications such as ascites, HE, GIH, BIs, or jaundice at the time of hospitalization

Ages

18 to 75 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * cirrhotic patients both sex Exclusion Criteria: * pregnancy * lactation * HCC

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Conditions

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cirrhosis of liver nosocomial infection

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Nosocomial infection

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Tanta University

    Tanta, Egypt

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