LUEbeck Registry of Intensive Care Patients - Characterization of the Patients Intestinal MICROBIOME

LUEbeck Registry of Intensive Care Patients - Characterization of the Patients Intestinal MICROBIOME

The purpose of the current study is to analyze the effects of ICU-care on changes in microbiome and the influence of intestinal microbiome changes on short-term and long-term morbidity and mortality of ICU patients.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age ≥18 years
• All patients receiving intensive medical care
• A written informed consent from the patient or two independent doctors or legal guardians.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Age <18 years