Karolinska University Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Karolinska University Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Timing is everything: new study tests best window for esophageal cancer surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether waiting 10-12 weeks after chemoradiation (instead of the usual 4-6 weeks) before surgery for esophageal or stomach cancer improves outcomes. 202 patients were randomly assigned to either an early or delayed surgery group. The goal was to see if a long…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Karolinska University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 20:02 UTC
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15,000 trauma cases analyzed to improve bleeding outcomes
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 15,000 trauma patients treated at a Swedish hospital over 10 years to understand how bleeding from serious neck and face injuries happens and how it is managed. Researchers collected data from a trauma registry and medical records. The goal was to learn more …
Sponsor: Karolinska University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 20:02 UTC