Erasmus Medical Center
Clinical trials sponsored by Erasmus Medical Center, explained in plain language.
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Dialysis patients get a nutritional boost during treatment
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether giving extra nutrition through a vein during dialysis (called IDPN) helps kidney patients maintain muscle mass and improve their quality of life. About 166 adults on long-term dialysis will receive IDPN or standard care. The main goal is to see if it p…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Erasmus Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:50 UTC
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Weight-Loss drug users get vitamin check in new study
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether taking a daily multivitamin can prevent vitamin and mineral deficiencies in people using GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like tirzepatide. About 246 adults who have been on these drugs for at least 3 months will either receive a multivitamin or a placebo for 1…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Erasmus Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:49 UTC
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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 loss in people with moderate-to-severe chronic kidney disease (CKD) and high blood pressure. About 532 participants will receive potassium or a placebo for several years. The goal is to see if …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Erasmus Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC
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Timing of cord clamping may save tiny lungs in rare birth defect
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at 140 babies born with a hole in their diaphragm (congenital diaphragmatic hernia). Doctors want to see if waiting to clamp the umbilical cord until after the baby's lungs have filled with air can lower the risk of dangerous high blood pressure in the lungs. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Erasmus Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Rotterdam tests lifestyle programs to help overweight kids get healthier
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at community programs in Rotterdam that help overweight children aged 4 to 12 and their families adopt healthier habits. About 1,000 children will take part in activities focused on diet, exercise, and motor skills. Researchers will measure changes in quality of …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Erasmus Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:52 UTC
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New study aims to replace painful liver biopsy with simple MRI scan
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether an MRCP scan can accurately measure liver fat (steatosis) in people who want to donate part of their liver. Currently, a biopsy (a needle sample) is used, which is invasive and carries risks. The study will compare the MRCP results with biopsy results …
Sponsor: Erasmus Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:51 UTC
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Liver regrowth secrets revealed in new donor study
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study will track 90 living liver donors to see how much their liver regrows within a year after donation. Researchers want to find out which factors, like age or weight, affect regrowth. The goal is to better understand the liver's natural healing process and improve future …
Sponsor: Erasmus Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:03 UTC