Protocolized Reduction of Non-resuscitation Fluids Versus Usual Care in Septic Shock Patients

Protocolized Reduction of Non-resuscitation Fluids Versus Usual Care in Septic Shock Patients

The objective of this trial is to assess the beneficial and harmful effects of a restrictive strategy for administration of non-resuscitation fluids in adult patients with septic shock.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Adult (≥ 18 years of age)
• Septic shock according to the Sepsis 3 criteria at any time within 12 hours after ICU admission (suspected or confirmed infection, plasma lactate above 2 mmol/L, and infusion of vasopressor/inotrope to maintain mean arterial pressure of 65mmHg or above after receiving adequate fluid resuscitation [> 1L within 12 h of screening]) and need for vasopressors at the time of screening.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Confirmed or suspected pregnancy
• Previous inclusion in the trial
• Screened more than 12 hours after ICU admission