Insel Gruppe Ag, University Hospital Bern

This study looked at whether a procedure called renal denervation could help people with recurrent atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) that keeps coming back even after standard treatment. The procedure uses energy to calm certain nerves near the kidneys. Only 6 people t…

This study tested whether a special chewing gum with fiber could help obese children lose weight and improve their metabolism. About 93 children were to take part, but the study was stopped early. The gum aimed to change gut and mouth bacteria to support weight control.

This study looked at whether cancer patients already taking strong opioids (like morphine) still need paracetamol for pain control. Researchers planned to have 7 participants stop their regular paracetamol in a blinded way, but the trial was terminated early. The goal was to see …

This small, early-terminated study explored whether measuring certain receptors on immune cells could predict disease activity and rebound risk in multiple sclerosis patients taking or stopping ozanimod. Researchers analyzed blood samples from 23 adults with relapsing-remitting M…

This study aimed to find the best way to follow up with patients after they finish curative treatment for head and neck cancer. Researchers compared a personalized follow-up schedule, tailored to each patient's needs, with the usual one-size-fits-all approach. The goal was to see…

This study looked at whether electrical stimulation of the spinal cord could help widen narrowed brain arteries after a type of stroke called subarachnoid hemorrhage. Only one person was enrolled before the study was stopped early. The goal was to measure changes in blood flow, b…