Nhs Grampian
Clinical trials sponsored by Nhs Grampian, explained in plain language.
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Dissolvable screws could spare ankle fracture patients a second surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at using bioabsorbable (dissolvable) screws instead of metal screws to fix a specific type of ankle injury called syndesmosis disruption. The goal was to see if these screws could hold the bones in place while they heal, then naturally dissolve, avoiding the nee…
Sponsor: NHS Grampian • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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MRI study seeks clues to COVID brain fog
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed pilot study scanned the brains of 30 people who were hospitalized with COVID-19 and later reported memory, concentration, or organizational problems—often called 'brain fog.' Researchers used MRI and spectroscopy to look for changes in brain structure and chemistry…
Sponsor: NHS Grampian • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Snap and measure: new photo method tracks nose shape after skin cancer surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a simple photo-based method to measure changes in nose shape and size after skin cancer surgery. Researchers took before-and-after photos of 68 patients who had surgery for common skin cancers. The goal was to see if this photographic approach could be a reliabl…
Sponsor: NHS Grampian • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Can patient feedback fix mental health wards? tiny study tests new team workshops
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a series of six facilitated workshops could help mental health inpatient teams better listen to and act on patient feedback. Nine staff members from one hospital took part. The goal was to see if the approach was feasible and acceptable, not yet to measu…
Sponsor: NHS Grampian • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Embarrassment may be costing lives: study probes why women delay cancer checks
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study interviewed 12 women diagnosed with gynaecological cancers (ovarian, womb, cervical, vulval, or vaginal) to understand what made them seek help or delay. Researchers focused on embarrassment and other barriers to early doctor visits. The goal is to use these insights t…
Sponsor: NHS Grampian • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Brexit and pandemic double whammy: NHS staff retention crisis examined
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how Brexit and the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the decision of nurses and consultants to stay or leave their jobs at NHS Grampian in Scotland. Researchers interviewed 30 staff members who were employed before January 2020 to understand their experiences. The g…
Sponsor: NHS Grampian • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New scanner could spot brain tumor types without a needle
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new type of MRI-like scan called Field Cycling Imaging (FCI) on 9 people who had surgery for low-grade gliomas. The goal was to see if FCI can tell apart different subtypes of these slow-growing brain tumors without needing another surgery or biopsy. Each part…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NHS Grampian • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC