Medical University Innsbruck
Clinical trials sponsored by Medical University Innsbruck, explained in plain language.
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Testing breast reconstruction methods beyond approved limits
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study aims to compare two types of tissue expanders used during breast reconstruction after mastectomy. It will enroll 80 women to see how well each expander works, especially when used longer than approved or when patients need radiation therapy. Researchers will track aest…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical University Innsbruck • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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New study aims to find the best screw for fixing elderly back fractures
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two types of surgical screws used to treat spine fractures in people aged 60 and older. The goal is to see which screw type—monoaxial or polyaxial—is better at correcting and maintaining the spine's natural curve after surgery. Researchers will measure spinal …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical University Innsbruck • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 05, 2026 13:59 UTC
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Your phone could soon listen for a silent heart killer
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether a regular smartphone can be used to screen for a serious heart valve condition called aortic stenosis. Researchers will record heart sounds and chest vibrations from 500 people using phone microphones and sensors, then compare the results to standard…
Sponsor: Medical University Innsbruck • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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New camera aims to sharpen Surgeons' view of brain tumors
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see if adding a special camera to a surgical microscope can help surgeons better see and distinguish brain tumor cells during an operation. It will involve 80 adults with suspected high-grade brain tumors who are already scheduled for standard surgery. The rese…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical University Innsbruck • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:29 UTC