Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon
Clinical trials sponsored by Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon, explained in plain language.
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Can we stop this arthritis drug without relapse? new trial aims to find out
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at the best way to stop tocilizumab in people with giant cell arteritis, a type of blood vessel inflammation. About 120 participants will either stop the drug suddenly or taper it slowly over time. The goal is to see which approach leads to fewer relapses and all…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Cheaper drug could rival expensive biologic for rare artery disease
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 trial compares two drugs—methotrexate and tocilizumab—for treating giant cell arteritis, a condition that causes inflammation in large arteries. Both drugs are given alongside a tapering course of prednisone. The goal is to see if methotrexate, a cheaper and easier-t…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Steroid shot during surgery may cut cancer recovery risks
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 trial tests whether a single high dose of the steroid methylprednisolone, given during surgery, can reduce major complications in 1200 people undergoing elective surgery for digestive cancers. The goal is to calm harmful inflammation that can worsen outcomes. Results…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Heart surgery drug showdown: can vasopressin save more kidneys?
Disease control OngoingThis study compares vasopressin to the standard drug noradrenaline for managing blood pressure after heart surgery. The goal is to see if vasopressin reduces the number of patients who develop acute kidney failure or die. About 840 adults having scheduled heart surgery with a hea…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC