St. Olavs Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by St. Olavs Hospital, explained in plain language.
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New banding procedure tested to tame stubborn acid reflux
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis small study is testing a new endoscopic procedure to control acid reflux in people who have had gastric sleeve surgery. Doctors will place small bands inside the lower esophagus to see if it reduces acid backup and the need for daily medication. The study will follow 12 part…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: St. Olavs Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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Radical brain surgery trial aims to extend lives of glioblastoma patients
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether removing more tissue around an aggressive brain tumor (glioblastoma) during surgery helps patients live longer. It compares this more extensive 'supramarginal' surgery to the standard approach in 90 selected patients. The main goal is to see if takin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: St. Olavs Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:10 UTC
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New approach aims to get young people the right mental health help sooner
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing if a new, early assessment team can help young adults referred for mental health care. It compares this faster approach to the traditional waiting list system. The goal is to see if getting the right help sooner improves people's ability to work, manage dail…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: St. Olavs Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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Seeking a better shield: new chemo tested to stop testicular Cancer's return
Disease control OngoingThis study is for men with early-stage testicular cancer who have a higher risk of the cancer coming back. It compares two different single-dose chemotherapy treatments given after surgery to see which one is better at preventing a relapse. The goal is to find the treatment with …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: St. Olavs Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:14 UTC
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Could a coordinated team approach ease chronic pain?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing a new, structured treatment plan for people with chronic pain. It involves doctors from different parts of the healthcare system, including your regular GP, working together in video meetings to create a six-month care plan. Researchers will compare this new…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: St. Olavs Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 12, 2026 13:51 UTC