Oslo University Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Oslo University Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Liver scan & chat in hospital may cut Booze-Related ER visits
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving hospitalized heavy drinkers a liver stiffness scan and personalized alcohol counseling can reduce future emergency hospital visits. 500 adults at risk of alcohol-related liver disease will be randomly assigned to get this extra support or usual car…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Oslo University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New digital program aims to tame bipolar mood swings
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new group program called PEDAL for people with bipolar disorder. It combines standard group education with digital tools like an app-based mood diary and online resources to help manage rapid mood swings. The trial will involve 120 participants across five site…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Oslo University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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AI-Powered ultrasound aims to solve heart diagnosis dilemma
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will test new ultrasound techniques, combined with artificial intelligence, to more accurately measure heart filling pressure in patients who have both heart failure and atrial fibrillation. Current methods are unreliable for these patients, making diagnosis and treatm…
Sponsor: Oslo University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Spinal stenosis surgery showdown: simpler procedure may be just as effective
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two surgical options for people who develop spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spine) above a previous fusion site. One group gets decompression alone (removing tissue pressing on nerves), while the other gets decompression plus extended fusion (adding screws a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Oslo University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Toe fusion study: can you ski after surgery?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 150 people aged 18-60 who had big toe fusion surgery for hallux rigidus or hallux valgus. Researchers want to see how well patients return to physical activities, especially cross-country skiing, by comparing current sports function to before surgery. Participa…
Sponsor: Oslo University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New study tracks shoulder dislocations to predict who will dislocate again
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 180 people aged 16 and older who have dislocated their shoulder for the first time. Researchers will use CT and MRI scans to look for bone and soft tissue injuries, and track participants for up to 10 years to see who has another dislocation and how their shoul…
Sponsor: Oslo University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:04 UTC
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Pilot study to test best ventilator approach for severe lung failure
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will enroll 80 ICU patients with acute hypoxemic respiratory failure to compare two ventilator strategies: one that allows patients to breathe spontaneously and one that fully controls their breathing. The goal is to see if a larger trial is possible and to gathe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Oslo University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Premature baby eye treatments under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at children born prematurely who had retinopathy of prematurity (ROP), a disease that can cause blindness. Some were treated with laser, others with injections, and some had ROP but no treatment. Researchers will compare their vision and retina structure to see w…
Sponsor: Oslo University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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700 new moms to report how Post-C-Section chills impact healing
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will ask 700 women who had a C-section to fill out questionnaires about their recovery and any signs of infection. The goal is to see if getting cold (hypothermia) after surgery is linked to worse recovery. No new treatment is being tested—this is purely an observation…
Sponsor: Oslo University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Heart valve positioning study aims to prevent artery blockage
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study compares two established techniques for placing a TAVI heart valve to see which one better aligns the valve with the patient's own valve openings, reducing the risk of blocking coronary arteries. Forty patients with severe aortic stenosis will be randomly assigned to o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Oslo University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC