Hemodynamic Venous Congestion Ultrasound (VExUS) by ICU Nurses in Sepsis Patients. (NCT07406750) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Hemodynamic Venous Congestion Ultrasound (VExUS) by ICU Nurses in Sepsis Patients.
46 participantsStarted 2026-04-01
Plain-language summary
Sepsis is a serious condition where the body's immune response to infection overreacts, leading to organ damage and death. Venous congestion, a buildup of blood in the veins, can occur in sepsis and contribute to organ injury. VExUS (Venous Excess Ultrasound Score) is an ultrasound method that can detect congestion early. This study examines whether ICU nurses, after training, can perform VExUS reliably, explores their experiences, and investigates links between VExUS findings and clinical outcomes.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion criteria
. Patients with suspected or verified sepsis according to the Sepsis 3 criteria (suspected or confirmed infection), ≥qSOFA (systolic blood pressure \< 90 mmHg, GCS ≤ 13, respiratory rate ≥ 22 per minute) or rise in SOFA score ≥ 2 points and admitted to the ICU.
. ≥18 years of age.
Exclusion criteria
. Patients with preexisting liver cirrhosis.
. Pregnancy.
Questions worth asking your doctor
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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?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
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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.