Theodor Bilharz Research Institute
Clinical trials sponsored by Theodor Bilharz Research Institute, explained in plain language.
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Surgeons test less invasive cancer surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two surgical techniques for removing tumors near the pancreas. Researchers wanted to see if a less invasive laparoscopic approach was as safe and effective as traditional open surgery. They followed 40 patients with specific types of periampullary cancer to me…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Theodor Bilharz Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 02:41 UTC
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Study tests less painful surgeries for hemorrhoids
Disease control CompletedThis study compared three different surgical methods for treating severe, prolapsed hemorrhoids. It involved 90 adults to see which technique caused less pain and fewer complications after surgery. The goal was to find procedures that help patients recover faster with less discom…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Theodor Bilharz Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:35 UTC
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New surgical glue and wrap technique aims to make risky pancreas surgery safer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new surgical method for patients undergoing surgery to remove certain pancreatic and bile duct cancers. The technique involves wrapping the new connection with a protective tissue flap and using a special surgical glue. Researchers aimed to see if this reduces…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Theodor Bilharz Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 20, 2026 14:47 UTC
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Study tests which spinal anesthetic lets hernia patients pee faster
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two different spinal anesthesia drug combinations used during hernia surgery. Researchers wanted to see which one allowed patients to urinate on their own more quickly after the operation, which is important for same-day discharge. The trial involved 70 male p…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Theodor Bilharz Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC