Ruhr University Of Bochum
Clinical trials sponsored by Ruhr University Of Bochum, explained in plain language.
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Arm squeeze could save breast reconstruction tissue
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a simple, non-invasive technique called Remote Ischemic Conditioning (RIC) could improve outcomes for patients undergoing breast reconstruction with transplanted tissue flaps. RIC involves briefly squeezing and releasing blood flow in an arm before surge…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ruhr University of Bochum • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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Laser vs cream: new hope for women with painful skin condition
Disease control CompletedThis study directly compared two common treatments for lichen sclerosus, a chronic inflammatory skin condition that causes itching, burning, and pain in the genital area. Researchers tested whether a series of three CO2 laser treatments worked better than using a strong steroid c…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ruhr University of Bochum • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Gel offers hope to clear HPV and avoid surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a vaginal gel called DEFLAGYN to see if it could help clear abnormal cervical cells and high-risk HPV infections. It involved 242 women with unclear Pap smear results. The goal was to provide a non-surgical treatment option to help the body clear these issues on…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ruhr University of Bochum • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 16, 2026 15:25 UTC
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Can a single therapy session cure spider fear for months?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how long the benefits of a single exposure therapy session last for people with a fear of spiders. Researchers tested 59 participants to see if reduced fear toward a treated spider would also apply to a new, different spider. They measured fear leve…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ruhr University of Bochum • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 09, 2026 14:24 UTC