Nhs Lothian
Clinical trials sponsored by Nhs Lothian, explained in plain language.
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Robot pancreas put to the test in scotland
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a hybrid closed-loop insulin system for adults with type 1 diabetes in Scotland. The system links an insulin pump with a continuous glucose monitor to automatically adjust background insulin. Researchers wanted to see how well it worked and how acceptable it was…
Sponsor: NHS Lothian • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Can a daily text help you lose weight?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether daily text messages could help people with obesity manage their weight. It compared 120 participants who received standard group weight management care against those who also got daily supportive text messages for three months. The goal was to see if the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NHS Lothian • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 13, 2026 15:05 UTC
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Quick blood test could change surgery prep
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested how accurate a small, portable blood clotting test device is compared to the standard lab equipment. It involved 24 patients who had recently stopped taking the blood thinner warfarin before elective surgery. The goal was to see if the quick, bedside device give…
Sponsor: NHS Lothian • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:15 UTC
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Scientists probe hidden pathway behind eczema itch
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how a specific molecule called PGE2 might drive inflammation in eczema. Researchers analyzed skin and blood samples from 38 people with eczema, psoriasis, and healthy volunteers to see if blocking this pathway could be a future treatment strategy. T…
Sponsor: NHS Lothian • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 24, 2026 12:03 UTC