Acute Kidney InjuryDSI-CRRTNCT07918742
Diastolic Shock Index for Predicting Hemodynamic Instability During Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
An observational study of Acute Kidney Injury and Hypotension (MeSH: D007022), run by Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) is commonly used in critically ill patients with acute kidney injury. A frequent complication of CRRT is a drop in blood pressure that requires treatment, known as CRRT-associated hemodynamic instability. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 years and older
- Conditions the study is for
- Acute Kidney Injury, Hypotension (MeSH: D007022), Critical Illness
- What is being tested?
- Diastolic Shock Index Assessment
- How many people
- 70 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 15 Nov 2026to 1 Feb 2027
- Phase
- Observational
- Are there results?
- Not yet: the study is under way
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 years and older
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Study population: Consecutive adult patients (≥18 years) admitted to the general intensive care units of Basaksehir Cam and Sakura City Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey, in whom continuous renal replacement therapy is initiated for acute kidney injury.
Who may be able to join
- Age 18 years or older
- Admission to the general intensive care unit
- Initiation of continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) for acute kidney injury
- Standard CRRT indication determined by the attending physician (e.g., uremic complications, refractory fluid overload, hyperkalemia, metabolic acidosis)
- Written informed consent obtained from the patient or legal representative
Who cannot join
- Pregnancy
- Chronic kidney disease on a maintenance intermittent hemodialysis program before the study
- Significant arrhythmia that may affect diastolic shock index calculation and hemodynamic assessment (e.g., permanent atrial fibrillation, frequent ventricular extrasystoles)
- Permanent discontinuation of CRRT within the first hour due to technical reasons (e.g., catheter dysfunction, circuit clotting)
- Missing or inconsistent data on key hemodynamic parameters
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
Turkey (Türkiye)1 site
Basaksehir Cam and Sakura City Hospital
Istanbul
About this study
Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) is commonly used in critically ill patients with acute kidney injury. A frequent complication of CRRT is a drop in blood pressure that requires treatment, known as CRRT-associated hemodynamic instability. This complication is linked to higher mortality and poorer kidney recovery.
The diastolic shock index (DSI) is a simple bedside measure calculated by dividing heart rate by diastolic blood pressure. It requires no additional devices, blood tests or invasive procedures, and higher values have been associated with vasopressor need and mortality in septic shock.
This prospective observational study aims to determine whether DSI measured before the start of CRRT can predict hemodynamic instability during CRRT in adult intensive care unit patients. The predictive performance of DSI will also be compared with the classic shock index, the modified shock index and mean arterial pressure. All data will be obtained from routine clinical monitoring; no additional intervention will be performed for the study.
Read the detailed description
Background: CRRT-associated hemodynamic instability (CRRT-HI) complicates 19-43% of CRRT sessions and is independently associated with increased mortality and impaired renal recovery. The diastolic shock index (DSI = heart rate / diastolic arterial pressure) reflects both vascular tone (diastolic pressure) and neurohumoral compensation (heart rate) and has been proposed as an early marker of vasoplegia. Its predictive value for CRRT-HI has not been prospectively evaluated.
Objective: To evaluate the diagnostic performance of pre-CRRT bedside DSI in predicting CRRT-HI in critically ill adults.
Design and setting: Prospective observational cohort study conducted in the general intensive care units of Basaksehir Cam and Sakura City Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey. Approximately 70 adult patients (≥18 years) starting CRRT for acute kidney injury will be enrolled.
Definition of CRRT-HI: An event meeting at least one of the following criteria: mean arterial pressure below 65 mmHg; initiation of a new vasopressor or an increase of ≥20% in the norepinephrine dose; crystalloid fluid bolus exceeding 250 mL; or reduction or discontinuation of ultrafiltration.
Data collection: Demographic and clinical characteristics (APACHE II, SOFA-2, comorbidities, CRRT indication and AKI stage), CRRT settings (modality, blood flow, dialysate and replacement fluid rates, ultrafiltration rate, anticoagulation), and baseline laboratory parameters (arterial blood gas, lactate, complete blood count, renal and liver function tests, electrolytes, CRP, procalcitonin) will be recorded. Heart rate, systolic, diastolic and mean arterial pressures, vasopressor/inotrope use and doses will be recorded at CRRT initiation (T0) and at 15, 30, 60 and 180 minutes. DSI, the classic shock index (HR/SAP) and the modified shock index (HR/MAP) will be calculated from these routine monitoring data. No additional blood sampling, tests or invasive procedures will be performed for the study.
Statistical analysis: The predictive performance of DSI, the classic shock index, the modified shock index and mean arterial pressure will be assessed by ROC curve analysis and compared using the DeLong test. Optimal cut-off values will be determined by the Youden index, with corresponding sensitivity and specificity. Independent risk factors for CRRT-HI will be identified by multivariable logistic regression. Associations of DSI and CRRT-HI with 28-day mortality, ICU and hospital length of stay, duration of mechanical ventilation and renal recovery will be evaluated as secondary analyses.
Sample size: Assuming a CRRT-HI incidence of approximately 50% and an expected AUC of 0.75 for DSI, at least 60 patients are required (α = 0.05, power = 80%). Allowing for approximately 15% data loss, 70 patients will be enrolled.
- Being tested
- Diastolic Shock Index Assessment
- Keywords
- diastolic shock index, Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy CRRT, Hemodynamic Instability, Intradialytic Hypotension, Shock Index
- Medical subject headings
- Acute Kidney Injury, Hypotension, Critical Illness
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Diastolic Shock Index AssessmentOther
Bedside calculation of the diastolic shock index (heart rate / diastolic arterial pressure) from routine hemodynamic monitoring at CRRT initiation and at 15, 30, 60 and 180 minutes. No additional procedure is performed.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Critically Ill Adults Receiving CRRT | Adult patients (≥18 years) admitted to the general intensive care units of Basaksehir Cam and Sakura City Hospital who are initiated on continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) for acute kidney injury. The diastolic shock index (heart rate / diastolic arterial pressure) will be calculated from routine bedside monitoring before and during CRRT, and patients will be followed for the development of CRRT-associated hemodynamic instability. No study-specific intervention will be performed. Receives: Other: Diastolic Shock Index Assessment |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Diagnostic Performance of Pre-CRRT Diastolic Shock Index for Predicting CRRT-Associated Hemodynamic Instability
Area under the receiver operating characteristic curve (AUC) of the diastolic shock index (heart rate / diastolic arterial pressure) measured immediately before CRRT initiation for predicting CRRT-associated hemodynamic instability. CRRT-associated hemodynamic instability is defined as at least one of the following: mean arterial pressure <65 mmHg; initiation of a new vasopressor or ≥20% increase in norepinephrine dose; crystalloid fluid bolus >250 mL; or reduction or discontinuation of ultrafiltration. The optimal cut-off value will be determined by the Youden index, with corresponding sensitivity and specificity.
Measured: From CRRT initiation to 180 minutes
Secondary outcomes (3)
Comparison of Diastolic Shock Index With Other Bedside Hemodynamic Indices
AUC of the diastolic shock index compared with the classic shock index (heart rate / systolic arterial pressure), modified shock index (heart rate / mean arterial pressure) and mean arterial pressure for predicting CRRT-associated hemodynamic instability, compared using the DeLong test.
Measured: From CRRT initiation to 180 minutes
Incidence of CRRT-Associated Hemodynamic Instability
proportion of patients developing CRRT-associated hemodynamic instability as defined in the primary outcome.
Measured: From CRRT initiation to 180 minutes
28-Day All-Cause Mortality
All-cause mortality within 28 days of CRRT initiation, compared according to diastolic shock index values and the occurrence of CRRT-associated hemodynamic instability.
Measured: 28 days after CRRT initiation
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted5 Nov 2026
- Study start15 Nov 2026 (estimated)
- Primary completion31 Jan 2027 (estimated)
- Study completion1 Feb 2027 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (2)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Acute Kidney InjuryStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by Istanbul University - CerrahpasaThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Observational
- Observational model
- Cohort
- Time perspective
- Prospective
- Enrolment
- 70 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Mahmut Baran Kasisari, Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
- Investigators
- mahmut baran kaşısarı, md, Principal investigator, Başakşehir Çam & Sakura City Hospital
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07918742
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- E-96317027-514.10-321013232
- Acronym
- DSI-CRRT
- Status last verified
- Nov 2026
- First submitted
- 1 Nov 2026
- Last updated
- 5 Nov 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Yes
Publications
Chazot G, Bitker L, Mezidi M, Chebib N, Chabert P, Chauvelot L, Folliet L, David G, Provoost J, Yonis H, Richard JC. Prevalence and risk factors of hemodynamic instability associated with preload-dependence during continuous renal replacement therapy in a prospective observational cohort of critically ill patients. Ann Intensive Care. 2021 Jun 14;11(1):95. doi: 10.1186/s13613-021-00883-9.
PubMed 34125314Ospina-Tascon GA, Teboul JL, Hernandez G, Alvarez I, Sanchez-Ortiz AI, Calderon-Tapia LE, Manzano-Nunez R, Quinones E, Madrinan-Navia HJ, Ruiz JE, Aldana JL, Bakker J. Diastolic shock index and clinical outcomes in patients with septic shock. Ann Intensive Care. 2020 Apr 16;10(1):41. doi: 10.1186/s13613-020-00658-8.
PubMed 32296976
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 5 Nov 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Diastolic Shock Index for Predicting Hemodynamic Instability During Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07918742
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- DSI-CRRT / E-96317027-514.10-321013232
- Keywords
- diastolic shock index, Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy CRRT, Hemodynamic Instability, Intradialytic Hypotension, Shock Index
- Study type
- Observational
- Recruitment status
- Not yet recruiting
- Enrolment
- 70 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Istanbul University - CerrahpasaUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 15 Nov 2026 (estimated)
- Primary completion
- 31 Jan 2027 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 1 Feb 2027 (estimated)
- First posted
- 5 Nov 2026 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) is commonly used in critically ill patients with acute kidney injury. A frequent complication of CRRT is a drop in blood pressure that requires treatment, known as CRRT-associated hemodynamic instability. This complication is linked to higher mortality and poorer kidney recovery.
The diastolic shock index (DSI) is a simple bedside measure calculated by dividing heart rate by diastolic blood pressure. It requires no additional devices, blood tests or invasive procedures, and higher values have been associated with vasopressor need and mortality in septic shock.
This prospective observational study aims to determine whether DSI measured before the start of CRRT can predict hemodynamic instability during CRRT in adult intensive care unit patients. The predictive performance of DSI will also be compared with the classic shock index, the modified shock index and mean arterial pressure. All data will be obtained from routine clinical monitoring; no additional intervention will be performed for the study.
Detailed description
Background: CRRT-associated hemodynamic instability (CRRT-HI) complicates 19-43% of CRRT sessions and is independently associated with increased mortality and impaired renal recovery. The diastolic shock index (DSI = heart rate / diastolic arterial pressure) reflects both vascular tone (diastolic pressure) and neurohumoral compensation (heart rate) and has been proposed as an early marker of vasoplegia. Its predictive value for CRRT-HI has not been prospectively evaluated.
Objective: To evaluate the diagnostic performance of pre-CRRT bedside DSI in predicting CRRT-HI in critically ill adults.
Design and setting: Prospective observational cohort study conducted in the general intensive care units of Basaksehir Cam and Sakura City Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey. Approximately 70 adult patients (≥18 years) starting CRRT for acute kidney injury will be enrolled.
Definition of CRRT-HI: An event meeting at least one of the following criteria: mean arterial pressure below 65 mmHg; initiation of a new vasopressor or an increase of ≥20% in the norepinephrine dose; crystalloid fluid bolus exceeding 250 mL; or reduction or discontinuation of ultrafiltration.
Data collection: Demographic and clinical characteristics (APACHE II, SOFA-2, comorbidities, CRRT indication and AKI stage), CRRT settings (modality, blood flow, dialysate and replacement fluid rates, ultrafiltration rate, anticoagulation), and baseline laboratory parameters (arterial blood gas, lactate, complete blood count, renal and liver function tests, electrolytes, CRP, procalcitonin) will be recorded. Heart rate, systolic, diastolic and mean arterial pressures, vasopressor/inotrope use and doses will be recorded at CRRT initiation (T0) and at 15, 30, 60 and 180 minutes. DSI, the classic shock index (HR/SAP) and the modified shock index (HR/MAP) will be calculated from these routine monitoring data. No additional blood sampling, tests or invasive procedures will be performed for the study.
Statistical analysis: The predictive performance of DSI, the classic shock index, the modified shock index and mean arterial pressure will be assessed by ROC curve analysis and compared using the DeLong test. Optimal cut-off values will be determined by the Youden index, with corresponding sensitivity and specificity. Independent risk factors for CRRT-HI will be identified by multivariable logistic regression. Associations of DSI and CRRT-HI with 28-day mortality, ICU and hospital length of stay, duration of mechanical ventilation and renal recovery will be evaluated as secondary analyses.
Sample size: Assuming a CRRT-HI incidence of approximately 50% and an expected AUC of 0.75 for DSI, at least 60 patients are required (α = 0.05, power = 80%). Allowing for approximately 15% data loss, 70 patients will be enrolled.
Study design
- Observational model
- Cohort
- Time perspective
- Prospective
- Number of arms
- 1
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Critically Ill Adults Receiving CRRT | – | Other: Diastolic Shock Index AssessmentAdult patients (≥18 years) admitted to the general intensive care units of Basaksehir Cam and Sakura City Hospital who are initiated on continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) for acute kidney injury. The diastolic shock index (heart rate / diastolic arterial pressure) will be calculated from routine bedside monitoring before and during CRRT, and patients will be followed for the development of CRRT-associated hemodynamic instability. No study-specific intervention will be performed. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 years and older
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
- Study population
- Consecutive adult patients (≥18 years) admitted to the general intensive care units of Basaksehir Cam and Sakura City Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey, in whom continuous renal replacement therapy is initiated for acute kidney injury.
Key inclusion criteria (5 listed)
- Age 18 years or older
- Admission to the general intensive care unit
- Initiation of continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) for acute kidney injury
- Standard CRRT indication determined by the attending physician (e.g., uremic complications, refractory fluid overload, hyperkalemia, metabolic acidosis)
- Written informed consent obtained from the patient or legal representative
Key exclusion criteria (5 listed)
- Pregnancy
- Chronic kidney disease on a maintenance intermittent hemodialysis program before the study
- Significant arrhythmia that may affect diastolic shock index calculation and hemodynamic assessment (e.g., permanent atrial fibrillation, frequent ventricular extrasystoles)
- Permanent discontinuation of CRRT within the first hour due to technical reasons (e.g., catheter dysfunction, circuit clotting)
- Missing or inconsistent data on key hemodynamic parameters
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Diastolic Shock Index AssessmentBedside calculation of the diastolic shock index (heart rate / diastolic arterial pressure) from routine hemodynamic monitoring at CRRT initiation and at 15, 30, 60 and 180 minutes. No additional procedure is performed. | Other | Critically Ill Adults Receiving CRRT |
Primary outcome
Diagnostic Performance of Pre-CRRT Diastolic Shock Index for Predicting CRRT-Associated Hemodynamic Instability
Time frame: From CRRT initiation to 180 minutes
Area under the receiver operating characteristic curve (AUC) of the diastolic shock index (heart rate / diastolic arterial pressure) measured immediately before CRRT initiation for predicting CRRT-associated hemodynamic instability. CRRT-associated hemodynamic instability is defined as at least one of the following: mean arterial pressure <65 mmHg; initiation of a new vasopressor or ≥20% increase in norepinephrine dose; crystalloid fluid bolus >250 mL; or reduction or discontinuation of ultrafiltration. The optimal cut-off value will be determined by the Youden index, with corresponding sensitivity and specificity.
3 secondary outcomes
Comparison of Diastolic Shock Index With Other Bedside Hemodynamic Indices
Time frame: From CRRT initiation to 180 minutes
Incidence of CRRT-Associated Hemodynamic Instability
Time frame: From CRRT initiation to 180 minutes
28-Day All-Cause Mortality
Time frame: 28 days after CRRT initiation
Results and safety
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 5 Nov 2026.
- Background: PubMed 34125314Chazot G, Bitker L, Mezidi M, Chebib N, Chabert P, Chauvelot L, Folliet L, David G, Provoost J, Yonis H, Richard JC. Prevalence and risk factors of hemodynamic instability associated with preload-dependence during continuous renal replacement therapy in a prospective observational cohort of critically ill patients. Ann Intensive Care. 2021 Jun 14;11(1):95. doi: 10.1186/s13613-021-00883-9.
- Background: PubMed 32296976Ospina-Tascon GA, Teboul JL, Hernandez G, Alvarez I, Sanchez-Ortiz AI, Calderon-Tapia LE, Manzano-Nunez R, Quinones E, Madrinan-Navia HJ, Ruiz JE, Aldana JL, Bakker J. Diastolic shock index and clinical outcomes in patients with septic shock. Ann Intensive Care. 2020 Apr 16;10(1):41. doi: 10.1186/s13613-020-00658-8.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Yes
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part.
mahmut baran kaşısarı, md principal investigator
Başakşehir Çam & Sakura City Hospital
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
An observational study of Acute Kidney Injury and Hypotension (MeSH: D007022), run by Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 5 inclusion and 5 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: opening soon, as of the sponsor's last update on 5 Nov 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Contact mahmut baran kaşısarı, md (905072225254, barankasisari@hotmail.com), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Diagnostic Performance of Pre-CRRT Diastolic Shock Index for Predicting CRRT-Associated Hemodynamic Instability (time frame: From CRRT initiation to 180 minutes). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT07918742, which also lists 2 linked publications.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 5 Nov 2026.