Jena University Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Jena University Hospital, explained in plain language.
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New balloon could save legs from amputation in PAD patients
Disease control OngoingThis study compares a special balloon coated with sirolimus (a drug that prevents re-blockage) to a standard balloon for opening blocked arteries below the knee in people with peripheral artery disease. About 230 participants will be randomly assigned to one of the two treatments…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jena University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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New balloon treatment for blocked leg arteries put to the test
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two types of drug-coated balloons used to open blocked arteries in the leg. About 478 people with peripheral artery disease will receive either a sirolimus-coated balloon or a paclitaxel-coated balloon. The goal is to see if the sirolimus balloon works as well…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jena University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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New study aims to predict who can skip surgery for rectal cancer
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis pilot study is testing whether regular MRI scans and blood tests can accurately track how rectal cancer responds to pre-surgery treatment. The goal is to develop a way to predict complete remission without needing surgery. Forty adults with locally advanced rectal cancer wil…
Sponsor: Jena University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:25 UTC