Hospital Clinic Of Barcelona
Clinical trials sponsored by Hospital Clinic Of Barcelona, explained in plain language.
-
Cord blood transfusions prove safe for tiniest babies
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether red blood cells from umbilical cord blood can be safely used for transfusions in extremely premature infants (born before 28 weeks). The goal was to treat anemia of prematurity, a common condition where these babies don't have enough red blood cells. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Clinic of Barcelona • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:50 UTC
-
New HIV prevention pill shows promise in emergency rooms
Prevention CompletedThis study tested a once-daily pill called Delstrigo as a 28-day treatment to prevent HIV after a possible exposure. 399 adults who came to the emergency room after a potential HIV contact took the pill. The main goal was to see how many people completed the full 28-day course.
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Hospital Clinic of Barcelona • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:01 UTC
-
Prehab before prostate surgery boosts recovery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a prehabilitation program (exercise, education, and support) before robotic prostate removal helps men regain quality of life faster after surgery. 100 men with localized prostate cancer took part. The program aimed to speed up recovery of physical and m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Clinic of Barcelona • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 02:43 UTC
-
Brain scans reveal how menopause drug may boost sexual desire
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether ospemifene, a non-hormonal pill for vaginal dryness, also changes brain activity in postmenopausal women with sexual interest-arousal disorder. 25 right-handed women in stable relationships underwent brain scans while watching erotic videos, before an…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Hospital Clinic of Barcelona • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 02:44 UTC
-
New imaging technique could Fine-Tune heart pacing procedures
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study involved 50 adults who needed a special type of heart pacemaker called left bundle branch pacing. Researchers used a non-invasive vest to create real-time maps of the heart's electrical activity before, during, and after the pacemaker implant. The goal was to confirm t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Clinic of Barcelona • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 02:44 UTC
-
Eye movement therapy may unlock secrets of addiction relapse
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether EMDR therapy, a treatment for trauma, can help people with substance use disorders who have also experienced trauma. 64 adults who were not actively using drugs but had past trauma received EMDR. Researchers measured relapse rates and brain changes to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Clinic of Barcelona • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
-
Scientists uncover how eye movements could rewire traumatic memories
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at why moving your eyes back and forth (like in EMDR therapy) helps reduce the emotional impact of traumatic memories. Researchers tested 112 healthy adults using a simple eye-blink conditioning task to see if eye movements speed up the brain's ability to unlear…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Clinic of Barcelona • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:38 UTC