Azienda Usl Reggio Emilia - Irccs
Clinical trials sponsored by Azienda Usl Reggio Emilia - Irccs, explained in plain language.
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3D mammograms put to the test: can they catch more dangerous cancers sooner?
Diagnosis CompletedThis large study tested whether adding 3D imaging (tomosynthesis) to standard 2D mammograms improves breast cancer screening. Over 26,000 women aged 45-74 were randomly assigned to receive either the combined 3D/2D test or the standard 2D mammogram alone. The main goal was to see…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Azienda USL Reggio Emilia - IRCCS • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 09, 2026 14:24 UTC
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Scientists freeze blood platelets to fight cancer treatment shortages
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis lab study tested if freezing platelets—tiny blood cells that help with clotting—is a safe and effective way to store them for longer. Researchers collected platelets from donors, froze them, and then thawed them to see how well they worked and if they could be used to preven…
Sponsor: Azienda USL Reggio Emilia - IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Looking back: did braces help kids with SMA walk and sit?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked back at past medical records to understand how leg braces (orthoses) affected movement in children with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) types II and III. Researchers analyzed data from about 80 patients to see when and how often they achieved sitting, standing, an…
Sponsor: Azienda USL Reggio Emilia - IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC