Hospital Clinic Of Barcelona
Clinical trials sponsored by Hospital Clinic Of Barcelona, explained in plain language.
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Cord blood transfusions: a new lifeline for tiniest preemies?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether red blood cells from umbilical cord blood can be a safe and effective option for transfusions in extremely premature infants (born before 28 weeks). The goal was to treat anemia of prematurity, a common condition where babies don't have enough red blo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Clinic of Barcelona • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:51 UTC
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New HIV prevention pill shows promise in emergency rooms
Prevention CompletedThis study tested a new HIV prevention pill called Delstrigo for people who may have been exposed to the virus. 399 adults took the pill once daily for 28 days after a possible exposure. The main goal was to see how many people finished the full treatment course.
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Hospital Clinic of Barcelona • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:02 UTC
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Which compression method best prevents artery blockage after heart procedure?
Prevention CompletedThis study looked at 1168 adults who had a heart catheterization through the wrist. It compared two methods to stop bleeding and prevent a common complication called radial artery occlusion: manual compression (hand pressure) and a pneumatic device that gradually releases pressur…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Clinic of Barcelona • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 10, 2026 13:26 UTC
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New treatment offers hope for moms with postpartum pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a treatment called radiofrequency therapy, combined with a special massage, for women who developed painful sex after having a baby. Eighty women who were 4 to 12 months postpartum took part. The goal was to see if this approach could reduce pain and improve sex…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Clinic of Barcelona • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:06 UTC
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Pre-Surgery bootcamp boosts recovery for prostate cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a prehabilitation program—including exercise, nutrition advice, and education—before robotic prostate surgery helps men regain quality of life more quickly. One hundred men with localized prostate cancer participated. The goal was to see if preparing the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Clinic of Barcelona • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 09, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Brain zapping and exercise show promise for Post-Stroke fatigue
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a new approach to treat tiredness after a stroke. 54 people who had a stroke received a combination of mild brain stimulation (tDCS), health education, and aerobic exercise. The goal was to see if this treatment could safely and effectively reduce their fatigue.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Clinic of Barcelona • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 08, 2026 13:12 UTC
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Eye movement therapy tested for addiction and trauma
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether EMDR therapy, a treatment often used for trauma, can help people with substance use disorders who also have traumatic experiences. Researchers measured relapse rates and brain changes in 64 adults. The goal was to understand how EMDR might work for ad…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Clinic of Barcelona • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 17, 2026 02:41 UTC
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Vest maps heart beats to Fine-Tune pacing accuracy
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether standard ECG rules correctly identify when a special pacemaker lead (left bundle branch pacing) successfully resynchronizes the heart. Researchers used a non-invasive vest that creates real-time 3D maps of the heart's electrical activity in 50 adults rec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Clinic of Barcelona • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:02 UTC
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Scientists uncover how eye movements ease traumatic memories
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at why eye movements help people with PTSD feel better during EMDR therapy. Researchers tested 112 healthy adults using a simple eye-blink task to see if eye movements speed up the process of unlearning a fear response. The goal was to understand if the working …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Clinic of Barcelona • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 01, 2026 18:04 UTC
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Brain scans reveal how menopause drug may boost sexual desire
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether ospemifene, a non-hormonal drug for vaginal dryness, also changes brain activity in postmenopausal women with sexual interest-arousal disorder. Researchers used brain scans to compare activation patterns before and after treatment. The goal was to und…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Hospital Clinic of Barcelona • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:04 UTC