Description Module
The Description Module contains narrative descriptions of the clinical trial, including a brief summary and detailed description. These descriptions provide important information about the study's purpose, methodology, and key details in language accessible to both researchers and the general public.
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Study -> Protocol Section -> Description Module
Description Module
Ignite Creation Date:
2025-12-25 @ 3:01 AM
Ignite Modification Date:
2025-12-25 @ 3:01 AM
NCT ID:
NCT02170233
Brief Summary:
The study aim is to examine point-of-care ultrasound findings, reliability, and ease of performance in association with fluid responsiveness for patients with severe sepsis and septic shock. The investigators propose a prospective observational research study of patients presenting to one of three Yale New Haven Hospital emergency departments, York Street Campus, St. Raphael's Campus, and Shoreline Medical Center who meet criteria for sepsis, severe sepsis or septic shock during their emergency department visit.
Detailed Description:
After each 1 Liter fluid challenge of IV fluid each outcome measure will be repeated to determine if there is a change in ultrasound measures as patients undergo volume resuscitation.
Study:
NCT02170233
Study Brief:
Protocol Section:
NCT02170233