Mechanistic Assessment of Norepinephrine Therapy vs. Angiotensin-II in Septic Shock (NCT06746753) | Clinical Trial Compass
Not Yet RecruitingPhase 4
Mechanistic Assessment of Norepinephrine Therapy vs. Angiotensin-II in Septic Shock
United States78 participantsStarted 2026-07
Plain-language summary
Despite best therapy efforts, sepsis and septic shock are associated with mortality rates of up to 40%. This clinical trial will determine the benefit of exogenous Angiotensin II versus norepinephrine (conventional care) treatment in septic shock patients. This trial will determine whether there are better predictors of septic shock severity. This approach may inform more appropriate treatment regimens and improve outcomes for these patients.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
\- The presence of septic shock, defined by sepsis-3 criteria: 1-adult patients (18 years or older) with septic shock, defined by SEPSIS-3 criteria: a) suspected or known infection, b) hypotension requiring vasopressors, and c) lactate \>2mmol/L 2-receiving either norepinephrine or phenylephrine with or without additional vasopressor support 3- total norepinephrine equivalent dose (NED) ≥0.1 mcg/kg/min and ≤0.5 mcg/kg/min, to maintain a MAP of at least 65 mmHg, is required for randomization 4-ability to consent and randomize within 24 hrs of first reaching NED threshold and within 48 hrs of hospital arrival
Exclusion Criteria:
* Age \<18 years
* Prisoners
* Pregnant women
* Patients for whom urgent surgery is anticipated
* Leukocyte count \<1,000 cells/μL
* Absolute monocyte count \<200 cells/μL
* Bone marrow transplant within the past 30 days
* Patients that will be withdrawing aggressive resuscitation, including withdraw of vasopressor support
* transfer from outside ICU
* history of liver cirrhosis with Child-Pugh score ≥6
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.