Hospital San Carlos, Madrid
Clinical trials sponsored by Hospital San Carlos, Madrid, explained in plain language.
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Zapping the brain to save speech: new trial tests TMS and tDCS for progressive aphasia
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether gentle brain stimulation (TMS, tDCS, or both) can slow down language decline in people with primary progressive aphasia (PPA), a condition that gradually impairs speech and understanding. Over 6 months, 80 participants will receive either real stimulation…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital San Carlos, Madrid • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:47 UTC
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New heart mapping technique could improve AFib treatment
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand what keeps atrial fibrillation (AFib) going in the heart. Researchers will use special mapping to find problem areas and test if burning them (ablation) helps. About 78 adults with long-lasting AFib or dangerous ventricular arrhythmias will take part…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital San Carlos, Madrid • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 03:11 UTC
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Sleep apnea treatment may spare some AFib patients from ablation
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether screening for and treating sleep apnea can reduce the need for a heart procedure called ablation in people with atrial fibrillation (AFib). About 50 adults with AFib that hasn't improved with medication will be checked for sleep apnea risk. Those at hi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital San Carlos, Madrid • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:38 UTC