Collaborative Care for Post Intensive Care Syndrome

(BeColM Trial)

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Overseen ByRita Bakhru, MD
Age: 18+
Sex: Any
Trial Phase: Academic
Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

Survivors of critical illness are at high risk for mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD. This single-site, randomized controlled trial at the Medical University of South Carolina will enroll 150 patients to compare outcomes between a behavioral health Collaborative Care Model (BH CoCM) and usual care (attention control). The intervention includes digital tools (Neuroflow), behavioral health coaching, and psychiatric support.

Who Is on the Research Team?

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Rita Bakhru, MD

Principal Investigator

Medical University of South Carolina

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for survivors of critical illness who visit the MUSC ICU Recovery Clinic within 6 months after leaving the hospital. It's designed to help those at high risk for mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD.

Inclusion Criteria

I visited the MUSC ICU Recovery Clinic within 6 months after leaving the hospital.

Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Treatment

Participants receive the Behavioral Health Collaborative Care Model intervention, including access to the NeuroFlow platform, behavioral health coaching, and psychiatric support

6 months
Regular virtual check-ins via NeuroFlow platform

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for changes in symptoms of depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress

4 weeks

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

  • Behavioral Health Collaborative Care Model

Trial Overview

The study compares a Behavioral Health Collaborative Care Model (BH CoCM) with usual care. BH CoCM includes digital tools, behavioral coaching, and psychiatric support to improve mental health in ICU survivors.

How Is the Trial Designed?

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Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: InterventionalExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group II: ControlActive Control1 Intervention

Find a Clinic Near You

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Medical University of South Carolina

Lead Sponsor

Trials
994
Recruited
7,408,000+

Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)

Collaborator

Trials
88
Recruited
152,000+