Universitaire Ziekenhuizen Ku Leuven

This study tested two ways to rebuild jawbone for dental implants in 12 patients. One method used a blood-derived graft (LPRF block), the other used a mix of the patient's own bone and cow bone mineral. Over 25 months, researchers measured bone growth and implant survival. The go…

This study tested whether membranes made from a patient's own blood (L-PRF) can seal the skull base after sinus surgery as well as standard fibrin glues. 220 adults with sellar lesions were randomly assigned to receive either L-PRF or commercial sealants. The main goal was to com…

This study tested whether a special blood concentrate (L-PRF) mixed with bone substitute helps grow more bone in the sinus area for people needing dental implants. Twenty-three adults with jawbone loss received either the L-PRF block or a standard bovine bone graft. After six mon…

This study tested a robotic stabilizer to help surgeons inject a clot-busting drug (tPA) under the retina in 20 patients with bleeding from age-related macular degeneration. The robot held the needle steady for up to 3 minutes during standard surgery. The main goals were to see i…

This study tested a new method called CORGEE that uses brain wave recordings (EEG) to measure how well children with hearing loss understand speech. Unlike standard hearing tests that require kids to respond verbally, this approach is objective and does not need active participat…

This study tested whether a leg exercise program tailored to each person's muscle strength and speed could prevent age-related loss of muscle power. Eighty healthy adults aged 65-80 completed a 12-week training program. The goal was to see if personalized exercises work better th…

This study tested a 6-week home stretching program for 30 children aged 4-11 with spastic cerebral palsy. The program included a 2-week casting period followed by daily stretches of the calf and hamstring muscles. Researchers measured changes in muscle length, joint flexibility, …

This study tested whether a 12-week supervised exercise program could improve quality of life for 133 head and neck cancer patients undergoing treatment. The program included supervised sessions at the hospital and home exercises. Researchers measured physical and mental function…

This study tested a special sleep program for teenagers with ADHD who also have sleep problems. The program combines cognitive behavioral therapy with sleep tips and planning skills. Researchers wanted to see if better sleep could also improve ADHD symptoms and daily life. The st…

This study tested the ALICE app, a smartphone tool designed to train listening and communication skills in people with hearing loss. 161 adults who already use hearing aids or cochlear implants used the app alongside their usual care. The goal was to see if the app could improve …

This study looked at 294 women with deep endometriosis affecting the rectum. Researchers compared how patients felt after conservative surgery versus more radical bowel removal. The goal was to see which approach leads to fewer bowel and bladder problems and to find factors that …

This study looked at how spasticity (stiff muscles) affects balance reactions in 40 children with cerebral palsy. Researchers used moving platforms to gently push kids off balance and measured their muscle activity and body movements. The goal was to better understand the link be…

This completed study looked at how closely hospitals follow a set of 24 recovery steps (called ERACS) for heart surgery patients. Researchers tracked 487 adults to see if following more steps led to shorter hospital stays and fewer complications. The goal was to find where hospit…

This study looked at whether adjusting the amount of magnesium in the dialysis fluid could help keep blood magnesium levels in a healthy range for people with kidney failure on hemodialysis. Fifty-four adults took part in this pilot crossover trial. The goal was to gather informa…

This study surveyed 54 Belgian spinal surgeons about how they advise patients on returning to work after lumbar surgery for leg pain caused by nerve compression. The goal was to understand current practices, barriers, and what helps surgeons give good return-to-work guidance. The…

This study looked at whether the amount of certain carbohydrates (mannitol and fructans) affects symptom return in people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). After a successful low-FODMAP diet, 45 participants were given increasing doses of these powders in a blinded crossover d…

This study compared 243 people with and without Dupuytren disease to see if having the palmaris longus tendon (a small hand tendon not everyone has) is linked to the condition. Researchers used simple hand tests and ultrasound to check for the tendon. The goal is to understand if…

This completed study tested a new radioactive tracer called [18F]-SynVesT-1 to measure brain synapse density in 134 people with Alzheimer's disease, frontotemporal degeneration, dementia with Lewy bodies, or late-life psychiatric disorders. Researchers compared this new scan to t…

This study looked at how FODMAPs—carbohydrates that can cause bloating and gas—affect the movement of the colon and related symptoms. Fifteen healthy volunteers received FODMAPs directly into the colon during three separate visits. The goal was to measure colon pressure changes a…

This study looked at how people with an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) feel about their quality of life. Researchers surveyed 731 adults with an ICD to understand their physical and emotional health, as well as any concerns about daily activities and sexual activity…

This pilot study tested whether intensive physiotherapy at home helps older adults (75+) recover daily activities like washing and dressing after a hospital stay. Fifteen participants received either standard care or three weekly home rehab sessions for six weeks. The main goal w…

This study looked at a questionnaire designed to measure how leg swelling (lymphedema) affects daily life. Researchers tested a French version for accuracy and checked if the Dutch version can track changes over time. Over 450 people with leg lymphedema filled out the questionnai…

This study reviewed the records of 978 adults who had spinal fusion surgery to see how often routine follow-up X-rays led to additional tests or changes in treatment. The goal is to find out whether these X-rays are truly helpful or if they can be skipped. The results could help …

This study looked at 116 patients with severe aortic stenosis and moderate coronary artery disease who were scheduled for valve replacement. Researchers measured blood flow in the heart arteries before, right after, and 6 months after valve replacement to see how the procedure af…

This study tested a dental implant technique called the socket shield, where part of the tooth root is left in place to help preserve the surrounding bone. Twenty patients received 23 implants and were followed for 18 months. Researchers measured bone thickness and implant surviv…