Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit Van Amsterdam (amc-uva)
Clinical trials sponsored by Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit Van Amsterdam (amc-uva), explained in plain language.
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Shock therapy for diabetes: could zapping the gut replace insulin shots?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new procedure called ReCET that uses gentle electric pulses to regenerate the lining of the small intestine. It is combined with a diabetes drug (semaglutide) to see if people with type 2 diabetes can safely stop using insulin. The study involves 32 adults and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 06:45 UTC
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Fish oil drug may harden heart valve, study tests slowing it
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a prescription fish oil drug (icosapent ethyl) can slow the buildup of calcium in the aortic valve, which causes narrowing and heart strain. About 110 adults over 50 with mild to moderate aortic stenosis will take the drug or a placebo for several months.…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 06:44 UTC
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New therapy aims to rewrite traumatic images in early psychosis
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a therapy called imagery rescripting in 8 people with early psychosis. The goal is to see if it can improve core beliefs, wellbeing, and self-esteem by helping patients change upsetting mental images. Participants receive 4-6 therapy sessions over a few weeks and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA) • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 06:42 UTC