Sepsis, Septic Shock
Conditions
Keywords
Loss of Physical Function
Brief summary
In this pilot randomized prospective controlled trial the investigators intend to compare the use of a nutritional therapy based on caloric intake determined by indirect calorimetry and high protein intake with nutritional regimen based on 25 Kcal / kg / day and protein intake usually recommended for critically ill patients (1.4 to 1.5 grams / kg / day of protein).
Interventions
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Patients admitted to the ICU with sepsis and septic shock according to 3rd International Sepsis Consensus Conference Definitions for sepsis and septic shock * Mechanically ventilated * Expected length of stay in ICU ≥ 4 days * Written informed consent obtained from authorized surrogates
Exclusion criteria
* Pregnancy * Requirement for inspired oxygen content (FIO2) \> 0.60 * High output bronchopleural fistula
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Physical function measured through the tool Physical Component Summary - PCS of Short Form 36 | Three months after randomization |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Hospital mortality | Up to 1 year |
| Length of ICU stay | Up to 1 year |