Amsterdam Umc, Location Vumc
Clinical trials sponsored by Amsterdam Umc, Location Vumc, explained in plain language.
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VR break: a 10-Minute escape for stressed hospital staff?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a single 10-minute virtual reality session can help reduce stress and improve satisfaction for healthcare workers like nurses and surgeons on surgical wards. About 75 volunteers will try the VR experience and report how acceptable and comfortable it is. T…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Amsterdam UMC, location VUmc • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 03:29 UTC
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VR zen before the scalpel: new study aims to chill out surgeons and nurses
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests if a 10-minute virtual reality (VR) relaxation session can lower stress in healthcare workers before they enter the operating room. About 80 volunteers will either use VR or sit in a quiet room, and their heart rate and stress levels will be measured. The goal is…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Amsterdam UMC, location VUmc • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Hormone therapy's hidden effect on kidneys revealed in new study
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study explores how sex hormones like estrogen and testosterone change kidney function in people starting gender-affirming hormone therapy. Researchers will measure kidney function, perform MRI scans, and collect urine and fat tissue samples from 60 adults before and after on…
Sponsor: Amsterdam UMC, location VUmc • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:06 UTC