Central Hospital, Nancy, France
Clinical trials sponsored by Central Hospital, Nancy, France, explained in plain language.
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Heart shock drug shows promise in reducing deaths
Disease control OngoingThis study tests if giving empagliflozin early to people with cardiogenic shock (a severe heart pump failure) can lower the chance of death or repeat hospital visits for heart failure within 3 months. Researchers looked back at records of 418 adults treated in intensive care. The…
Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 06, 2026 16:15 UTC
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Parents' stories sought to improve care for children with rare birthmarks
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study interviews 30 parents of children under 18 with a large or giant congenital melanocytic nevus (a type of birthmark). The goal is to understand their experiences and challenges, especially around the time of their child's birth. Findings will help develop better support…
Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 02:19 UTC
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Dialysis patients' blood pressure mystery: could a simple blood test hold the clue?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether a hormone called vasopressin, measured through a stable marker called copeptin, is linked to blood pressure changes during dialysis. Researchers will test blood samples from 71 adults on long-term dialysis and compare them with blood pressure readings …
Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 02:19 UTC
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Premature Babies' gut disease leaves lasting mark on growth and eating
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows 200 premature babies who had a serious gut infection called necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) to see how it affects their growth, eating habits, and overall health by the time they turn 5. Researchers will check for problems like food allergies, poor growth, refl…
Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 02:07 UTC
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Which antibiotic is safer for blood infections? large study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at two types of antibiotics used to treat a serious bloodstream infection caused by Staphylococcus aureus bacteria. Researchers will compare how well cefazolin works versus older penicillin-like drugs, and whether it causes fewer side effects. The study uses heal…
Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 06, 2026 16:02 UTC
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Hospital hunts for hidden tick disease in mystery brain illnesses
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether changing how doctors test for tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) helps find more cases. Researchers will review medical records of about 200 patients at a French hospital who had unexplained brain or spinal cord inflammation. The goal is to see if encouragi…
Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 20, 2026 16:18 UTC