External hirudiniasis
MONDO:0024303The attachment of leeches to the skin. After the leeches drop off, bleeding may continue as a result of the action of hirudin. Bites may become infected or ulcerate.
33 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Rural patients get Hospital-Level care at home in landmark trial
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether giving hospital-level care to acutely ill adults in their own homes in rural areas works well. 160 people with various conditions like infections, heart failure, or COPD took part. The goal was to see if this approach could lower costs and help patien…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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New rapid test for infection and inflammation put to the test
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at how well a new, quick finger-prick test (LumiraDx CRP) measures CRP levels compared to a standard lab test. CRP is a marker of infection, inflammation, or tissue injury. 79 adults with symptoms of these conditions took part. The goal was to see if the new tes…
Sponsor: LumiraDx UK Limited • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New PET scan technique aims to sniff out hidden infections
Diagnosis CompletedThis early study tested whether a special PET scan using a radioactive form of vitamin B9 (11C-PABA) can help doctors see infections deep inside the body. Researchers scanned 13 healthy people and patients with known or suspected infections. The goal was to see if this method can…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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AI could cut skin specialist wait times, study hints
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested an artificial intelligence algorithm designed to help primary care doctors decide whether a patient with a skin condition really needs to see a dermatologist. Researchers enrolled 200 adults with skin problems and had their doctors take photos of the affected ar…
Sponsor: AI Labs Group S.L • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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ICU antibiotic dosing: what really matters?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 156 critically ill patients to find out what factors help achieve the right levels of beta-lactam antibiotics in the blood. Researchers collected clinical data and used therapeutic drug monitoring to see which patients reached target concentrations. The goal …
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC