Brugmann University Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Brugmann University Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Blood test may solve diagnostic puzzle for rare inflammatory diseases
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is looking at a specific blood marker called glycosylated ferritin to see if it can help doctors better distinguish between three serious conditions: Still's disease, sepsis, and macrophage activation syndrome. These illnesses can look very similar, making diagnosis di…
Sponsor: Brugmann University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:55 UTC
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Brain watch during heart surgery may stop 'Pump Head'
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using two brain monitors together during heart surgery can prevent short- and long-term memory and thinking problems (called postoperative cognitive disorders). The monitors track oxygen levels and brain activity, allowing doctors to make real-time adjust…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Brugmann University Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 17, 2026 02:25 UTC
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New dialysis combo aims to reverse muscle wasting in kidney patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a rehabilitation program combining daily low-flow dialysis with exercise and nutrition monitoring for kidney patients who recently left the hospital. The goal is to improve muscle strength and physical function, which often decline in people on standard dialysis.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Brugmann University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 12, 2026 13:39 UTC
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Scientists investigate the mystery of Post-Stroke fatigue
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand why many people feel extreme tiredness after a stroke, known as post-stroke fatigue. Researchers will monitor 250 stroke patients' heart rate, blood pressure, and heart function to see if problems with the body's automatic nervous system play a role.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Brugmann University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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New Brain-Monitoring study aims to prevent waking up during surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a brain-computer interface can detect when a person might be accidentally awake during general anesthesia. Researchers will record brain activity from 48 right-handed surgery patients before, during, and after anesthesia. The goal is to improve monitoring…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Brugmann University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 13, 2026 15:58 UTC