Oxford University Hospitals Nhs Trust
Clinical trials sponsored by Oxford University Hospitals Nhs Trust, explained in plain language.
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Could a smartphone alert replace daily blood thinners for AF?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new approach called 'pill-in-pocket' anticoagulation for people with atrial fibrillation (AF), a heart rhythm condition that raises stroke risk. Instead of taking blood thinners every day, participants would stop them after a 30-day AF-free period and only rest…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can stem cells harvested during surgery heal Crohn's fistulas?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial explores whether stem cells taken from a patient's own bone marrow during surgery can help treat fistulas—abnormal tunnels under the skin—caused by Crohn's disease. The stem cells are prepared quickly in the operating room and injected into the fistula tract. Researche…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Astrophysics meets dermatology: AI that maps moles like stars to catch melanoma early
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests an AI tool called MoleGazer that uses total body photography to track moles over time, similar to how astrophysicists map the night sky. The goal is to automatically spot new or changing moles that could be early signs of melanoma. Researchers are recruiting peop…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC