University Hospital, Bordeaux
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospital, Bordeaux, explained in plain language.
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Timing is everything: study probes best moment for kidney rescue in cancer patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study aims to find the best time to start kidney dialysis for cancer patients who develop a dangerous complication called tumor lysis syndrome. Researchers will look back at the records of 800 patients in French intensive care units to compare starting dialysis early versus …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC
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AI vs. Doctor's eye: the battle to spot hidden colon cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a computer system (AI) can help doctors spot more dangerous growths during a routine colonoscopy. About 600 people getting a screening colonoscopy will be randomly assigned to have it done with or without the AI assistant. The main goal is to see if …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC
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New breathing therapy aims to stop ICU patients from needing ventilator again
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing if a special physical therapy program can help patients in intensive care avoid serious breathing problems after their breathing tube is removed. The program combines breathing exercises and early movement. It will compare this approach to standard care in 2…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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New 3-Step method aims to slash risks of emergency breathing tubes
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new three-part strategy to make placing emergency breathing tubes safer for critically ill adults. It combines a specific muscle relaxant, brief assisted breathing before tube placement, and a special guiding tool. The goal is to reduce serious complications li…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:17 UTC
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New scan could spot hidden heart valve infections
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new type of imaging scan to see if it can better detect infections on artificial heart valves. Researchers will compare the new scan to the current standard scan in 40 adults who are suspected of having such an infection. The goal is to see if the new meth…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 19:56 UTC
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Eye exam could speed up diagnosis of mysterious lung scarring
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing if a quick, non-invasive eye exam called capillaroscopy can help doctors diagnose the cause of a scarring lung disease faster. Researchers will give the exam to 48 adults newly diagnosed with interstitial lung disease. The goal is to see if this test helps i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Revolutionary scan aims to see inside beating hearts of children
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new, very fast type of ultrasound imaging to better measure how well the heart fills with blood in children born with heart defects. It aims to see if this technology can more accurately assess heart stiffness and blood flow, which are hard to measure with…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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New blood test aims to spot hidden adrenal tumors
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to develop a better diagnostic tool for a specific type of adrenal gland tumor. Researchers will use a detailed blood test that measures many hormones at once, combined with basic health information like weight and blood sugar. They will use this data to create a …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC
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Blood test breakthrough could speed up devastating ALS diagnosis
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to see if measuring a protein called P2X4 on certain blood cells can serve as a reliable marker for diagnosing Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). Researchers will compare blood samples from 50 people with ALS to samples from healthy volunteers to see if P2X4 lev…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:41 UTC
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New bile test could spot deadly cancer earlier
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new way to diagnose a hard-to-detect bile duct cancer called cholangiocarcinoma. Researchers will analyze proteins in patients' bile fluid to see if this 'liquid biopsy' can provide a faster, more accurate diagnosis than current methods. The goal is to hel…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New blood test could help identify a Baby's father during pregnancy
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to develop and validate a new blood test for pregnant women that can determine the paternity of their baby. The test analyzes tiny bits of the baby's DNA found in the mother's blood, offering a non-invasive alternative to riskier procedures. The research is specif…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New test could pinpoint cause of mysterious low platelet disorder
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a specific lab test that looks for antibodies against a person's own platelets can help doctors diagnose immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) faster and more accurately. It will enroll 225 adults who have been found to have low platelet counts. The goal is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:19 UTC
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Breakthrough pregnancy test could spot diabetes risk earlier
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to find better ways to predict which pregnant women will develop gestational diabetes and have babies with high birth weight (macrosomia). Researchers will test 800 pregnant women using new markers (skin autofluorescence and glycated albumin) and compare them to t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 18, 2026 14:40 UTC
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Can hormone therapy rekindle intimacy for women with early menopause?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study aims to see if starting hormone replacement therapy (HRT) improves the quality of sexual life for women with premature ovarian failure (early menopause). Researchers will follow 135 women, asking them to complete questionnaires about their sexual function and overall q…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Hypnosis holds key to clearer heart scans?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a brief hypnosis session can help anxious patients stay calmer and more still during a heart MRI scan. The goal is to see if reducing anxiety leads to clearer, more usable images, which could help doctors make faster diagnoses. Researchers will compa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 13, 2026 15:06 UTC
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Could MS affect a Woman's fertility? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand if multiple sclerosis (MS) affects a woman's ovarian reserve, which is linked to fertility. It will compare 160 women with MS to a group of healthy women, all aged 25-35. Researchers will measure hormone levels and perform ultrasounds to see if there…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 19:56 UTC
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Scientists hunt clues in blood and spinal fluid to unlock MS mysteries
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis research study aims to understand how specific immune cells contribute to different forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). Researchers will analyze blood and spinal fluid samples from 150 adults with MS or early symptoms to identify which cell types are most involved in the disea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Doctors test imaging tech to Fine-Tune life support
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn if a special imaging technique can help doctors better adjust ventilator settings for patients with severe lung failure (ARDS). Researchers will use the imaging to see how different air pressure levels affect the lungs when patients are lying on their bac…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Scientists search for Brain's warning signs of dementia
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how small blood vessel disease in the brain affects thinking and memory. Researchers will measure brain wave patterns in 80 older adults with different levels of the disease. They will also test whether personalized brain training or gentle electrica…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:40 UTC
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Study investigates hidden health toll on women after Life-Saving leukemia treatment
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how stem cell transplants for acute leukemia affect women's reproductive health. Researchers will review medical records of 80 women who received transplants as adults to document gynecological complications like early menopause and fertility issues.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Scientists probe Brain's inner compass in restless legs mystery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand the brain basis of Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS). Researchers will compare brain scans and daily symptom tracking from 30 people with RLS to 30 healthy volunteers. The goal is to see if changes in how the brain processes internal body signals are link…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Scientists probe deadly blood clots in ICU sepsis patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how harmful blood clots form in the smallest blood vessels of patients with severe sepsis (septic shock) who need kidney dialysis. Researchers will compare two different types of dialysis filters to see if one affects the levels of substances linked …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC
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Doctors seek simple test to prevent dangerous fluid overload in young heart patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find a better way to tell which children need extra fluids after heart surgery. Researchers will check if a simple blood test can predict which kids will truly benefit from receiving more fluids, helping doctors avoid giving unnecessary fluids that could cause …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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Landmark study launches to map the journey of a rare, incurable disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand the natural progression of systemic sclerosis (scleroderma), a rare and serious autoimmune disease with no cure. Researchers will follow 500 patients for five years, collecting detailed health information and blood samples. The goal is to build a cle…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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Scientists investigate why lupus patients age prematurely
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand why people with lupus might experience faster aging of their immune system compared to healthy individuals. Researchers will compare blood samples from 50 lupus patients with age-matched healthy volunteers to measure immune cell aging markers. The st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:41 UTC
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French sleep quiz aims to unlock secrets of your body clock
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to create and validate a French version of a questionnaire that measures how regular a person's sleep schedule is. Researchers will enroll 50 French-speaking adults who are already scheduled for sleep monitoring to test if the translated questionnaire accurately r…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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Scientists probe hidden immune link in rare energy disorders
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how mitochondrial diseases affect the immune system. Researchers will analyze blood samples from 60 participants (30 patients and 30 healthy volunteers) to measure immune cell levels and function. The goal is to identify immune problems that could ex…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Decade-Long hunt for clues in mysterious inflammatory disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to better understand systemic granulomatosis, a group of inflammatory diseases like sarcoidosis. Researchers will follow 150 patients at a single hospital for up to 10 years to track how their disease changes over time. The main goal is to collect detailed health …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:09 UTC
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Hidden toll: how surgery infections trigger depression and malnutrition
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how often depression and malnutrition occur in patients who develop infections after orthopedic surgery. Researchers will follow 300 patients for three years to track their mental health, nutrition, and recovery. The goal is to gather information tha…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:07 UTC
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Survey aims to map healthcare gap for transgender community
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand the current state of gynecological care for transgender people in France. Researchers will survey 500 transgender adults to learn about their actual care, their knowledge of recommended screenings, and the impact of hormone therapy. The goal is to ga…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:19 UTC
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Scientists test Next-Generation MRI scans on volunteers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing new MRI scanning techniques on healthy volunteers to see if they can produce clearer images faster. Researchers want to develop better scanning methods that could help doctors diagnose diseases more accurately in the future. The study involves 200 healthy ad…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:18 UTC
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Can a sleep test determine Who's safe to drive?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find out how reliable a standard medical test for daytime sleepiness is when repeated. Researchers will test 100 people, including those with sleep disorders like sleep apnea and narcolepsy, as well as healthy volunteers. The goal is to see if the test gives co…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:17 UTC
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Scientists hunt for blood test to predict deadly clots in cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find better ways to predict which patients with certain blood cancers are most likely to develop dangerous blood clots. Researchers will follow 300 patients for two years, testing their blood for specific markers. The goal is to see if these markers can help do…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:14 UTC
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Major study launches to uncover why diabetic foot sores lead to early death
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand why people with diabetic foot ulcers have shorter lifespans. Researchers will follow 1,000 French patients with these foot sores for five years, tracking their health, quality of life, and medical costs. The goal is to identify the key factors that p…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 17, 2026 12:55 UTC
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Your phone could unlock the secrets of your restless legs
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to see if using a smartphone app to track symptoms in real-time is a practical way to understand Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS). For two weeks, 62 adults with RLS will carry a study phone and a wrist-worn activity monitor to log their symptoms, activities, and mood.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 10, 2026 12:53 UTC
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Green colonoscopy? study tests reusable water to cut medical waste
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether using filtered, reusable water is safe for colonoscopies. Currently, sterile water in single-use bottles is used, which creates waste. Researchers want to see if reusable water bottles can be used without getting contaminated during the procedure, an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 02, 2026 15:22 UTC
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Massive database aims to unlock kidney cancer secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a large national database to collect detailed information from 30,000 kidney cancer patients in France. The goal is to gather real-world data on treatments, outcomes, and patient experiences to help researchers better understand the disease. It does not tes…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Feb 27, 2026 15:20 UTC