Aarhus University Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Aarhus University Hospital, explained in plain language.
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New study tests drug combo to keep bones strong after osteoporosis treatment ends
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether the drug zoledronate can prevent bone loss in postmenopausal women who have stopped taking denosumab for osteoporosis. About 200 women who took denosumab for at least two years will receive zoledronate infusions at different times. The goal is to find …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 04:15 UTC
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Kneecap surgery showdown: which graft keeps the knee stable?
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two surgical techniques for reconstructing a knee ligament (MPFL) in people aged 15-40 who have had two or more kneecap dislocations. One method uses a hamstring tendon and a screw, the other uses a quadriceps tendon and an anchor. The goal is to see which app…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC
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Heart failure device study aims to boost response rates
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether placing the left ventricle lead of a heart device at the area with the latest electrical activation improves outcomes for people with heart failure and a wide QRS. About 1000 participants will be randomly assigned to either targeted or standard lead place…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:55 UTC
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New strategy aims to help PMR patients taper off steroids faster and safer
Disease control OngoingThis study compares a nurse-led, step-by-step steroid reduction plan against usual care by a general practitioner for 120 people newly diagnosed with polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR). The goal is to see if the structured approach helps more patients stop prednisolone completely withi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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Knee surgery in kids: how well does it hold up?
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 160 children who had knee surgery to fix a kneecap that keeps slipping out of place. The surgery uses a piece of the child's own thigh tendon to hold the kneecap steady. Researchers want to see how well the knee works 2 to 8 years after surgery, and compare it …
Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 19:39 UTC
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Show and tell: heart scan images may help patients lower cholesterol and avoid statin side effects
Prevention OngoingThis study looks at whether showing people their own coronary CT scan images can motivate them to lower their LDL cholesterol and reduce side effects from cholesterol-lowering medication. About 273 adults with early, non-blocking artery plaque are being followed for 12 months. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:41 UTC
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Hip surgery showdown: to close or not to close the capsule?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at 200 Danish patients with hip impingement (FAI) who had hip arthroscopy. It compares two surgical techniques: closing the hip capsule versus leaving it open. The goal is to see if closing the capsule leads to better hip function and less pain after surgery, as …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC
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Danish knee pain study aims to sharpen diagnosis
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study translates the Anterior Knee Pain Scale (Kujala) into Danish and checks if it works well for people with kneecap problems like pain or dislocation. About 130 Danish-speaking adults who had kneecap surgery will fill out questionnaires to test the new version. The goal i…
Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 04:34 UTC
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The hidden cost of bladder cancer treatment: a quality of life investigation
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at how bladder cancer treatments affect patients' quality of life over time. Researchers will ask 2000 people in Denmark about their symptoms and daily life after treatment. The goal is to understand which late effects matter most and who is at risk.
Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 04:34 UTC
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Thyroid surgery study aims to cut unnecessary tests and boost recovery
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether using a quick hormone test during thyroid surgery can help doctors personalize care afterward. 150 adults having their thyroid removed will be split into groups based on their risk of low calcium levels. The goal is to see if this approach can safely r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 04:17 UTC
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Scientists hunt for the 'molecular scar' that makes psoriasis come back
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at why psoriasis tends to return even after skin looks healed. Researchers think special immune cells (tissue-resident memory T cells) may act like a 'memory' of the disease. They are testing whether combining a medicated foam (Enstilar®) with narrow-band UVB lig…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New danish tool aims to better measure knee instability impact
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study checks if a Danish version of the Banff Patella Instability Instrument (BPII 2.0) is a reliable and valid way to measure quality of life in people with patellar dislocations. Researchers will ask 65 Danish-speaking adults with patellar instability to fill out the quest…
Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 04, 2026 16:22 UTC