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Recruiting Phase 3 NCT06020495

NCT06020495 Systematic Use of DDAVP to Prevent Serum Sodium Overcorrection in Severe Hyponatremia

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NCT ID NCT06020495
Status Recruiting
Phase Phase 3
Sponsor Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris
Condition Hyponatremia
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 260 participants
Start Date 2024-12-17
Primary Completion 2026-09-30

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age N/A
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
DDAVPStandard hyponatremia treatment

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

Phase 3 trials are large pivotal studies comparing the treatment to current standard of care or placebo. Your participation directly contributes to the evidence needed for regulatory approval.

This trial targets 260 participants in total. It began in 2024-12-17 with a primary completion date of 2026-09-30.

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Brief Summary

ICU patients with severe hyponatremia and a high risk of rapid SNa overcorrection.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Adults ( ≥18 years) * Current admission in ICU * Severe hyponatremia defined by SNa \<120 mmol/L in the presence of neurological symptoms (seizures, stupor defined as Glasgow score \< 12, or signs of brain herniation) or by SNa \<115 mmol/L * Normal or decreased extracellular fluid volume Exclusion Criteria: * Obvious increase of extracellular fluid volume (cirrhosis with ascites, congestive heart failure, nephrotic syndrome); * Hyponatremia caused by hyperglycaemia (\> 30 mmol/L) or hypertriglyceridemia (10 g/L) or hyperproteinaemia (120 g/L) * Severe acute kidney injury (KDIGO 3) * Severe chronic kidney disease (eGFR \<20 ml/min) * Coronary patients well stabilized with trinitrine-based medicines * Recent neurosurgery or traumatic brain injury * Previous DDAVP or hypertonic fluid administration for the current episode of severe hyponatremia * SNa increased by 5 mmol or more between admission at hospital and randomisation (H0) * Known contraindication to DDAVP * Allergy * Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion (SIADH) * History of unstable angina and/or known or suspected heart failure. * Willebrand disease type IIB * Severe previous neurologic disability (Glasgow Outcome Scale: GOS \< 3) * Diabetes insipidus receiving DDAVP treatment * Moribund state (patient likely to die within 24h) * Need for invasive mechanic ventilation * Enrolment to another interventional study (clinical trial on medicinal product, medical device and interventional research involving human participants not concerning health product) * Pregnancy or breastfeeding * Subject deprived of freedom, subject under a legal protective measure * No affiliation to any health insurance system * Refusal to participate to the study (patient or legal representative or family member or close relative if present)

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

GAUDRY Stéphane

✉ stephane.gaudry@aphp.fr

📞 01.48.95.55.55

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06020495 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Hyponatremia. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

What phase is the NCT06020495 trial and what does that mean for participants?

Phase 3 trials are large-scale studies comparing the new treatment to existing standards of care or a placebo. They provide the evidence needed for regulatory approval. This trial targets 260 participants.

Is NCT06020495 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06020495 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at stephane.gaudry@aphp.fr for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT06020495 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Amiens, France, Bobigny, France, Bondy, France, Colombes, France and 8 additional locations.

Who is sponsoring the NCT06020495 clinical trial?

NCT06020495 is sponsored by Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris. The trial plans to enroll 260 participants.

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