Effects of Voluven on Hemodynamics and Tolerability of Enteral Nutrition in Patients With Severe Sepsis
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2010-12-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
The rapidity and the quality of fluid resuscitation in patients with severe sepsis are
important factors for the prevention of secondary multi-organ failure. Vascular filling may
also have an impact on tolerability of enteral nutrition. The earliness and quantity of
calories provided by enteral nutrition may have an impact on morbidity and mortality. This
study will asses the effects of volume expansion on hemodynamics and tolerability of enteral
nutrition in patients with severe sepsis. A Data Monitoring Committee will review regularly
safety data of the study.