Odense University Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Odense University Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Diabetes drug may double as bone builder
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether oral semaglutide, a daily pill for type 2 diabetes, can improve bone health in people aged 50-85 who have diabetes and weak bones. Over 52 weeks, researchers will measure bone turnover markers, bone density, and strength. The goal is to see if this dru…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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Video lessons may help moms with diabetes deliver healthier babies
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding short educational videos to standard care helps pregnant women with diabetes manage their blood sugar and improve their baby's birthweight. About 500 women participated, receiving either usual face-to-face education or extra virtual lessons on diet…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Robot coaches keep seniors on their feet in hospital
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether robot-assisted physical training can prevent older patients (65+) from losing their ability to do daily tasks while in the hospital. About 488 participants will be randomly assigned to robot training or usual care. The goal is to see if the robot helps th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Anti-aging pill trial aims to reverse bone loss in seniors
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a treatment that removes aged, worn-out cells from the body can improve bone health in people aged 60-90 with weak bones (osteopenia or osteoporosis). About 120 participants will receive either the experimental therapy or a placebo. The main goal is to se…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:46 UTC
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Bone breakthrough? drug and exercise combo targets menopause bone loss
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether a weekly low dose of the drug everolimus, regular exercise (football fitness), or both can prevent the rapid bone loss that often happens after menopause. The trial involves 136 healthy women aged 45-60 and lasts 24 weeks. Researchers will measure changes…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New flush solutions aim to cut catheter blockages and infections
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests two types of catheter rinses (Uro-Tainer with citric acid or polihexanide) to see if they can reduce how often catheters need to be changed due to blockages. It also looks at whether they prevent infections, improve quality of life, and save money. The study invo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:59 UTC
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Can a smartphone app fix sleep and ease chronic pain?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a digital version of cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) can improve sleep and reduce pain in 140 adults with chronic pain and insomnia. Participants receive either the digital CBT-I program or basic sleep hygiene education. The goal is to f…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:59 UTC
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Steroid bone loss: scientists hunt for a warning sign
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to find a biological marker that can identify people at risk of bone loss from glucocorticoid (steroid) treatment. 36 healthy volunteers aged 18-50 will be randomly assigned to receive either a glucocorticoid or a placebo. Researchers will take blood, bone marrow,…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 01:03 UTC
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Pregnancy after Weight-Loss surgery: blood sugar swings under the microscope
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tracks 225 pregnant women—some who had gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy, and some without surgery—to see how blood sugar highs and lows affect fetal growth. Participants wear a continuous glucose monitor and provide blood samples. The goal is to help doctors better…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:51 UTC
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Knee surgery patients get a digital coach: study tests activity tracker with motivational feedback
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether using an activity tracker with motivational feedback helps people become more active after knee replacement surgery. About 152 adults aged 40-85 will either get the tracker with feedback or standard care without feedback. The goal is to see if feedback…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC