Rennes University Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Rennes University Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Liver transplant patients may get kidney protection from simple protein supplement
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving a protein called albumin after a liver transplant can lower the chance of acute kidney injury. About 400 adults receiving a new liver will be split into two groups: one gets albumin to keep levels above 30 g/L for five days, the other only gets it …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:38 UTC
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Cheaper MS drug could be just as effective as pricey alternative
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two drugs, rituximab and ocrelizumab, for people with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS). The goal is to see if rituximab works as well as ocrelizumab at preventing MS attacks and new brain lesions over two years. About 386 adults aged 18-55 with acti…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Fat cell injections aim to slow aggressive MS in first human test
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests whether repeated injections of stem cells from donated fat tissue are safe for people with primary progressive multiple sclerosis (MS), a form that steadily worsens. Ten adults aged 18–55 with moderate disability will receive the cells directly into t…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 06, 2026 16:02 UTC
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Brain training boosts arm recovery after stroke?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether early brain-training feedback (EEG neurofeedback) can help people recover arm movement after a stroke. About 40 adults who had a stroke within the past 3 weeks will receive either real or fake (sham) neurofeedback along with standard rehabilitation. The g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 12, 2026 13:41 UTC
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Hypnosis vs. pills: new study tests Drug-Free sleep fix
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a type of hypnotherapy called E2R for people with chronic insomnia (trouble sleeping for months). About 136 adults will either get E2R hypnotherapy or usual care (like sleep medications). The goal is to see if hypnosis can reduce insomnia severity without the sid…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 12, 2026 13:40 UTC
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Robot vs. scalpel: which surgery is better for womb cancer?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two types of keyhole surgery for early-stage womb cancer: robot-assisted and standard laparoscopy. About 1,680 women will be randomly assigned to one method to see which is more cost-effective and leads to better recovery and quality of life. The goal is to he…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:48 UTC
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New brain scan could detect Alzheimer's years earlier
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a new, non-invasive MRI technique to detect early brain changes linked to Alzheimer's disease in 50 adults aged 50-80 with mild memory concerns. Researchers will compare brain scans of participants with healthy controls to see if this method can identify those at…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:55 UTC
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Scientists hunt for relapse clues in childhood leukemia gene
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand why about 20% of children with B-acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL) relapse after treatment. Researchers will analyze bone and blood samples from 50 newly diagnosed children at three critical points during therapy. They focus on a protein called CD…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Could thousands of head injury patients avoid unnecessary CT scans?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether patients who take antiplatelet drugs (blood thinners) and have a minor head injury, but no other signs of brain bleeding, still need a CT scan. Current guidelines say they do, but this may not be necessary. Researchers will follow 3,200 adults to see i…
Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:03 UTC
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New neck trauma rules could cut unnecessary ER visits
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a new set of rules for treating neck injuries in conscious, stable patients before they reach the hospital. The goal is to see if these rules can reduce unnecessary neck immobilization and imaging, and improve how patients are routed through the healthcare system…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 13, 2026 15:58 UTC
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Urine test could spot kidney trouble early in spina bifida patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether two substances in urine (TIMP-2 and MMP-2) can predict kidney damage in people with spina bifida. Researchers will compare these biomarkers with standard tests that measure bladder and kidney function. If successful, it could lead to a simpler, non-inv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 12, 2026 13:40 UTC
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Blind leading the blind? study tests Vision-Free leadership in emergencies
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether temporarily taking away the team leader's vision during a medical emergency simulation helps the team perform better. The leader relies on verbal communication from the team instead of seeing the situation. Researchers will measure teamwork and clinica…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:39 UTC
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New brain scan method could spot Alzheimer's and Parkinson's early
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a new, low-cost brain scan can find early signs of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. Researchers will compare brain scans from 120 people, including those at risk for Alzheimer's, those with Parkinson's, and healthy volunteers. The goal is to deve…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 05, 2026 11:55 UTC