Aarhus University Hospital Skejby
Clinical trials sponsored by Aarhus University Hospital Skejby, explained in plain language.
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Dissolvable heart stents could replace permanent metal ones
Disease control OngoingThis study tests two types of dissolvable stents (Absorb and Desolve) in 120 people with coronary artery disease. Unlike permanent metal stents, these stents are designed to dissolve after the artery heals, potentially reducing long-term risks. The goal is to see how safe they ar…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital Skejby • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 12, 2026 13:42 UTC
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New imaging tool could save hearts: OCTAVE trial tests smarter stent placement
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study compares two ways to guide treatment for blocked heart arteries in people having a heart attack. The standard method uses X-ray dye pictures (angiography). The new method adds a special camera (OCT) that gives a 3D view inside the artery. Researchers want to see if OCT…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital Skejby • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 17, 2026 11:35 UTC
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Heart stent showdown: which one heals arteries quicker?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looked at 160 people with heart disease who received either a biolimus-eluting or everolimus-eluting stent to open blocked arteries. The goal was to compare how well the blood vessel healed inside the stent at one and three months after placement, using a special camer…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital Skejby • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:40 UTC