Odense University Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Odense University Hospital, explained in plain language.
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New scan could sharpen breast cancer staging
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new type of PET/CT scan that targets a protein called FAP, which is found on many breast cancer cells. The goal is to see if this scan can find cancer spread to lymph nodes or other parts of the body more accurately than current scans. About 65 adults with newl…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 17, 2026 01:03 UTC
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Ankle fracture recovery: stirrup may beat heavy brace in getting patients moving sooner
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two types of braces after an ankle fracture: a standard rigid walker and a lighter ankle stirrup. Researchers want to see if the stirrup helps people return to physical activity faster without harming healing. About 280 adults with ankle fractures will wear an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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New injection may make surgery scars disappear
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests if a drug called verteporfin can reduce scarring after tummy tuck surgery. Twelve adults will receive different doses of the drug or a placebo in separate parts of their surgical wound. Researchers will compare scar appearance after 3 months using a standard rati…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Home injection trial aims to cut hospital trips for myeloma patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether people with multiple myeloma can safely give themselves the drug daratumumab at home instead of going to the hospital. About 50 patients will alternate between home and clinic doses to compare feasibility and safety. The goal is to make treatment more …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:03 UTC
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Could compression boots help heart failure patients?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether pulsatile compression boots can improve heart and kidney function in people hospitalized with acute heart failure and leg swelling. About 100 participants will receive three daily sessions of the boots plus standard care. The goal is to see if this add…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:53 UTC
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Diabetes may worsen quality of life during cancer treatment, study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether having type 2 diabetes makes quality of life worse for cancer patients receiving immunotherapy. About 920 adults with solid tumors will fill out surveys at the start, then at 3 and 6 months. The goal is to see if diabetes adds extra challenges during c…
Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 12, 2026 13:42 UTC
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Can pumping before birth help preemies? new study explores safety and benefits
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether pregnant women at high risk of early delivery can safely express breastmilk starting at week 28. Researchers will check if this practice affects how soon the baby is born, how much milk is available at birth, and the nutritional content of the first mi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 07, 2026 18:41 UTC