Region Skane

This study tests whether a vacuum dressing (negative pressure wound therapy) reduces infection compared to standard bandages after skin graft surgery for leg tumors. About 242 adults will be randomly assigned to one of the two dressings. The main goal is to see if the vacuum dres…

This study tests whether a structured care bundle—including rapid blood pressure control, reversal of blood thinners, and management of fever and blood sugar—can improve outcomes for people with a brain bleed. About 3500 adults in Sweden and Australia will receive either the care…

This phase 3 trial is testing which sequence of EGFR-inhibitor drugs works best for people with advanced EGFR-mutated lung cancer. About 200 participants will receive either a second-generation drug (afatinib or dacomitinib) followed by a third-generation drug (osimertinib), or o…

This study is for women with early-stage breast cancer that has spread to 1-2 lymph nodes. It tests whether skipping radiation to the lymph nodes can reduce side effects and improve quality of life without increasing the risk of cancer coming back. About 1,350 participants will b…

This study tests whether penicillin works better than the usual antibiotic cloxacillin for people with a Staph blood infection that is sensitive to penicillin. About 420 adults will be randomly assigned to one of the two treatments. The main goal is to see who survives 90 days wi…

This study is testing whether a Mediterranean-like diet called Nordiet can improve gut health and reduce inflammation in 160 teens and adults with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. Participants will follow the diet for four weeks while researchers check changes in gut bacter…

This study is testing whether giving fewer non-essential fluids to adults with septic shock can improve outcomes. The trial will enroll 1,850 patients in intensive care, comparing a restrictive fluid strategy to usual care. The main goal is to see if this approach reduces deaths …

This study tests whether psilocybin, a psychedelic substance, given with psychological support is safe and helps reduce symptoms of anorexia nervosa in young adults aged 16 to 35. Participants receive two doses of psilocybin (25 mg) four weeks apart, plus therapy before, during, …

This study compares two care models for treating anxiety in 556 children and teens aged 8-17. In stepped care, everyone starts with internet therapy and gets in-person help only if needed. In stratified care, participants are assigned to internet or in-person therapy based on the…

This study looks at whether removing certain food additives (like carrageenan and polysorbates) from the diet can improve symptoms and gut health in people with moderately active ulcerative colitis. About 70 participants will be randomly assigned to either a normal healthy diet o…

This study explores whether trained volunteers with the overdose-reversal drug naloxone can reach people having an opioid overdose faster than emergency services. About 1,000 volunteers will be alerted via a smartphone app when a suspected overdose is reported. The goal is to see…

This study tests whether adding a small implant in the sinus tarsi (a space in the foot) to standard flatfoot surgery helps correct the deformity better than surgery alone. 130 adults with flexible flatfoot will be randomly assigned to get the implant or not. Researchers will mea…

This study tests whether transplanting nasal bacteria from a healthy donor can relieve chronic sinusitis. Fifty adults with sinusitis will receive either the bacteria rinse or a placebo for five days. The goal is to see if symptoms improve and if the nasal microbiome becomes heal…

This study tests whether keeping the umbilical cord uncut for at least 3 minutes while resuscitating a newborn after an emergency C-section can improve outcomes. Researchers will compare this approach to standard care (cutting the cord quickly) in 2,200 full-term babies. The main…

This study explores whether a simple finger-prick blood sugar test done during a routine dental visit can help find people with advanced gum disease who have undetected high blood sugar. Adults with severe periodontitis but no known diabetes will be tested at the dental clinic an…

This trial tests a wearable bracelet called Stroke Alarm that detects when a stroke causes arm weakness. People aged 50 and older with certain high-risk conditions (like recent mini-stroke, atrial fibrillation, or artery disease) wear the device for 3 months. The goal is to see i…

This study is testing whether certain proteins, lung bacteria, and bacterial gene patterns can help predict or diagnose pneumonia in patients on breathing machines. Researchers will measure these biomarkers in 1,000 ICU patients and compare those who develop pneumonia to those wh…

This study is testing whether special light-based scans (photoacoustic imaging and diffuse reflectance spectroscopy) can tell the difference between healthy, benign, and malignant breast tissue. Researchers will scan 90 women with known breast lumps and compare the scan results t…

This study tests whether non-experts using AI-supported ultrasound can effectively screen for breast cancer in communities with limited access to radiologists. About 4,800 women, both with and without symptoms, will receive a clinical breast exam and AI-guided ultrasound. The goa…

This study is testing whether a digital tool that encourages self-reflection and healthy habits can prevent type 2 diabetes. Over 40,000 adults without diabetes will use the app or receive usual care for three years. Researchers will track how many people develop diabetes in each…

This study is testing whether having a dental checkup before heart valve surgery can prevent serious complications like infection of the heart lining, repeat surgery, or death. About 1,300 adults scheduled for valve surgery will be randomly assigned to either get a dental screeni…

This study tests a method called Safety Planning Intervention (SPI) to help prevent suicide. SPI is a single 45-minute session where a healthcare provider helps a person at risk create a personal crisis plan and connect to support. The study will involve 8,000 adults in Swedish p…

This study looks at whether having access to a specialized palliative care clinic helps cancer patients feel more secure and reduces unnecessary hospital visits. Researchers will compare patients who use the clinic with those who do not, and also ask family members about their ex…

This study tests a personalized rehabilitation program for people recovering from surgery for esophageal or gastric cancer. Participants will receive a structured assessment of their physical, psychological, and social needs, followed by evidence-based support. The goal is to imp…

This study compares two methods of pain control during knee replacement surgery. One uses numbing medicine injected into the knee area only. The other adds nerve blocks to that injection. The goal is to see which approach provides better pain relief and reduces the need for stron…

This study tests a family-centered program for children and teens who have conflicts at home because of too much gaming or screen use. About 170 families in Swedish social services will take part. The program focuses on improving parent-child warmth and reducing arguments around …

This study tests whether keeping a special chest tube in place for up to 3 days after heart surgery can lower the chance of developing a fast, irregular heartbeat called atrial fibrillation. About 624 adults having routine heart surgery will be randomly assigned to get the tube p…

This study tests a new treatment program for people with severe, hard-to-treat self-harm. The goal is to see if it improves daily life, reduces self-harm, and lowers hospital stays. About 30 adults who have not been helped by other treatments will take part.

This study tests whether adding a lightweight SAM splint to usual pain relief helps adults with suspected wrist fractures feel less pain while waiting for X-rays in the emergency department. About 120 participants with moderate to severe pain will be randomly assigned to get a sp…

This study tests whether L-menthol, a minty compound, can reduce breathlessness and help people with interstitial lung disease (ILD) exercise longer. About 20 adults with ILD will try L-menthol and a placebo in random order, comparing their breathing and exercise ability. The goa…

This study tests whether a special type of artificial light that changes throughout the day can improve sleep, body clock function, and overall well-being in frail older adults. Researchers will enroll 300 people over age 65 who are staying in hospital rooms equipped with this dy…

This observational study will analyze proteins from lung fluid samples of 400 ICU patients on ventilators who are suspected of having pneumonia. The goal is to identify distinct biological subgroups of the infection, which could lead to more accurate diagnosis and personalized tr…

This study reviews medical records from 3,000 patients who had emergency surgery at a Swedish hospital between 2009 and 2019. Researchers want to understand what factors increase risks and how patients fare in the long run, including complications, repeat surgeries, and survival.…

The GLOW study is following 500 adults seeking gender-affirming care at a specialized clinic in Sweden. Researchers will track changes in mental health, quality of life, work capacity, and healthcare use over five years. The goal is to understand what factors lead to better outco…

This study looks at how much pain people feel after a cardiac arrest while they are in the intensive care unit. Researchers will track pain using special scales, even in patients who are unconscious or on a breathing machine. The goal is to understand how pain affects recovery, s…

This study looks at new guidelines for diagnosing and managing breath-holding spells in children under 5 in southern Sweden. Researchers want to see if the guidelines safely reduce the need for extra tests like ECGs and blood work. They will also check if iron supplements help le…

This study follows 415 people with difficult-to-treat depression for 5 years after they joined an earlier genetics study. Researchers will review medical records and registry data to see how patients' depression changes over time, including suicide attempts and treatment response…

This study looks at people with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) who have a reduced ability to break down starch and sugar due to low enzyme levels. Researchers want to see if these individuals have a smaller rise in blood sugar after a meal and more bowel symptoms compared to thos…

This study looks at whether a new, simpler guideline can safely reduce the number of tests, antibiotics, and hospital stays for infants under 2 months old with a fever. Researchers will compare hospitals using the new guideline to those using standard care. The goal is to find ou…

This study looks at how Huntington disease affects social skills, like understanding others' feelings and intentions. Researchers will test a new tool called DMASC-MC in 40 adults with early Huntington disease and compare results to healthy volunteers. The goal is to find better …

This study tests whether a 3D image overlay (fusion imaging) helps doctors reach and remove blood clots in the brain faster during a standard stroke procedure. About 300 adults having emergency clot removal will be randomly assigned to get the extra imaging or not. The goal is to…

This study looks at how different fluids used to fill the heart-lung machine before heart surgery affect the body's balance. 80 adults having bypass or valve surgery will be split into four groups, each receiving a different priming solution. Researchers will track changes in aci…