Hôpital Fribourgeois
Clinical trials sponsored by Hôpital Fribourgeois, explained in plain language.
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Ultrasound could replace tube down throat to check stomach
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a quick ultrasound of the stomach can accurately tell if it's full or empty before a medical procedure. About 1,390 adults scheduled for a gastroscopy will get an ultrasound first, then doctors will compare the results with the standard method of sucti…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hôpital Fribourgeois • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Inhaler mistakes worsen COPD – new study tests a fix
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a structured program led by a physiotherapist can help people with COPD use their inhalers better. Many patients make mistakes that keep the medicine from reaching the lungs, making symptoms worse. Over 12 months, 116 participants will either get the p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hôpital Fribourgeois • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Cast or walk? new study tests best recovery for foot fractures
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two non-surgical treatments for a type of foot fracture called a Chopart injury. One group wears a cast or boot for 6 weeks, while the other uses a rigid-soled shoe and walks as tolerated. The goal is to see which approach leads to better recovery, less stiffn…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hôpital Fribourgeois • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC