Puerta De Hierro University Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Puerta De Hierro University Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Get fit to fight: new program preps cancer patients for major surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a 'prehabilitation' program designed to help patients with digestive cancers get stronger before major surgery. The program combines supervised exercise, nutritional advice, and psychological support during the period of chemotherapy before an operation. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Puerta de Hierro University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:18 UTC
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New hope for stubborn heart failure swelling?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing if adding a drug called acetazolamide helps hospitalized heart failure patients who still have significant fluid buildup despite receiving standard diuretic medications. Researchers will measure how much extra salt and fluid patients' bodies release over 24-…
Sponsor: Puerta de Hierro University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 18, 2026 14:41 UTC