Erasmus Medical Center
Clinical trials sponsored by Erasmus Medical Center, explained in plain language.
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Potassium pills may shield kidneys from further damage
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether taking potassium supplements can slow down kidney function decline in people with moderate-to-severe chronic kidney disease (CKD) who also have high blood pressure. About 532 participants will take potassium or a placebo for several years. The main goa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Erasmus Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:48 UTC
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Timing of chemo may boost survival in pancreatic cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving chemotherapy both before and after surgery helps people with pancreatic cancer live longer compared to chemotherapy only after surgery. About 378 patients with resectable pancreatic cancer will be randomly assigned to one of two treatment schedules…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Erasmus Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:08 UTC
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New study aims to replace invasive liver biopsy with MRI for donors
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether an MRCP scan can accurately measure liver fat instead of a biopsy in people who want to donate part of their liver. A biopsy is invasive and carries risks, while an MRCP is safer and faster. Researchers will compare results from both methods in 90 dono…
Sponsor: Erasmus Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:05 UTC
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New dashboard aims to reduce pain in NICU babies
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a computer dashboard that helps doctors and nurses manage pain in newborns in the intensive care unit (NICU). The dashboard shows when a baby might be in pain so the care team can act quickly. Researchers will check if the dashboard reduces the time babies spend …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Erasmus Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:03 UTC