Leiden University Medical Center
Clinical trials sponsored by Leiden University Medical Center, explained in plain language.
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Brain's nighttime cleanup crew gets a boost in fight against dangerous protein buildup
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing whether improving sleep or stimulating a neck nerve can help the brain's natural cleaning system remove harmful amyloid proteins in people with cerebral amyloid angiopathy (CAA). Sixty participants with different types of CAA will receive either a sleep medi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Leiden University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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New approach aims to fix fragmented care for Society's most complex patients
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether a new, proactive, and coordinated care model is better and more cost-effective than usual care for patients with multiple, complex health and social problems. It involves 200 patients across 20 primary care clinics who will receive a team-based appro…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Leiden University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:41 UTC
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Double attack on deadly eye cancer: chemo to liver, drugs to body
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a two-part treatment for advanced eye (uveal) melanoma that has spread, mainly to the liver. It combines a liver-targeted chemotherapy procedure with two immunotherapy drugs given into the bloodstream. The goal is to see if this combination can better contro…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Leiden University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 16, 2026 15:25 UTC
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Doctors test custom plans to stop deadly blood clots from coming back
Disease control OngoingThis study aims to find the best personalized treatment plan for people who have had their first dangerous blood clot (like a deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism). Researchers will use a simple cheek swab and questionnaire to estimate each patient's risk of having another …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Leiden University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 10, 2026 12:52 UTC
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Scientists track hidden blood flow clue in Alzheimer's brains
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to understand how reduced blood flow in the brain's small vessels relates to Alzheimer's disease progression over time. Researchers will follow 120 older adults, including healthy controls and people with early memory problems, for three years using MRI scans and …
Sponsor: Leiden University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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New tool aims to cut confusion for cancer patients facing tough choices
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is testing a personalized computer tool called PERSARC. It helps patients with aggressive soft-tissue sarcoma in their arms or legs understand the risks and benefits of their treatment options. The goal is to see if using this tool helps patients feel more confident an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Leiden University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Scientists hunt for bacterial clues to personalize lung cancer care
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to learn if the collection of bacteria in a patient's body (the microbiome) can help predict who will benefit from a specific lung cancer immunotherapy drug called durvalumab, or who might experience severe side effects. Researchers will collect stool, throat swab…
Sponsor: Leiden University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden clues in rare brain diseases
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to understand the role of brain inflammation in frontotemporal lobar degeneration, a group of rare brain diseases that cause dementia. Researchers will use advanced brain scans, blood tests, and spinal fluid analysis in 110 participants, including patients and hea…
Sponsor: Leiden University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC