University Hospital, Bordeaux

This pilot study tested whether propranolol, a beta-blocker, could shrink or stabilize kidney angiomyolipomas in people with tuberous sclerosis. Only 2 participants were enrolled before the trial was terminated, so the results are very limited. The goal was to find a less invasiv…

This phase 2 trial investigates whether polyethylene glycol (a laxative) can reduce intestinal inflammation in children with cystic fibrosis. The study includes children aged 4 to 17 with cystic fibrosis and pancreatic insufficiency who have elevated fecal calprotectin (a marker …

This study compared two antiplatelet drug regimens after transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) for aortic stenosis. One group received ticagrelor alone, the other received aspirin plus clopidogrel. The goal was to see which caused fewer serious complications like bleedin…

This study tested a special bone graft material (MatriBONE mixed with the patient's own bone marrow) for spinal fusion surgery in people with painful degenerative back problems. The goal was to see how well the bones fused together after 12 months. However, the trial was stopped …

This study tested if the beta-blocker propranolol could control the growth of infantile hemangiomas (non-dangerous blood vessel growths) in babies under 4 months old. The trial was terminated early and only enrolled 14 infants. The goal was to measure changes in hemangioma thickn…

This phase 2 trial tested whether adding the immunotherapy avelumab to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine-cisplatin) helps people with advanced bladder cancer that has spread. The study planned to enroll 65 patients but was terminated early. Researchers measured tumor shrinkage a…

This phase 1 trial tested the safety of the drug lenalidomide as maintenance therapy after a reduced-intensity stem cell transplant for multiple myeloma. Only 13 people took part, and the study was terminated early. The goal was to see if lenalidomide could help prevent the cance…

This study tested whether adding cognitive remediation therapy and emotional skills training to standard obesity treatment could reduce food cravings and improve weight management. It involved 144 obese adults who reported food cravings. The program included weekly group sessions…

This early-phase trial tested whether low doses of interleukin-2 (IL-2), a protein that helps regulate the immune system, could help people with warm autoimmune hemolytic anemia (wAHAI) whose disease did not improve with standard steroid treatment. The study planned to give four …

This study tested a special cement that mimics natural bone to repair broken vertebrae in adults aged 18 to 65. The cement is designed to be absorbed by the body and replaced with new bone over time. Only 4 people took part before the study was stopped early. The goal was to see …

This study tested a new imaging method to detect inflammation in fatty plaques that cause strokes. It involved 3 men who had a recent stroke and were scheduled for surgery to remove a plaque in their neck artery. The goal was to see if a special PET scan tracer could highlight in…

This study looked at whether eating corn rich in zeaxanthin (a natural pigment) could increase the density of the macular pigment in the eye, which may help prevent age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of blindness. Nine healthy volunteers aged 20-35 ate a dail…

This study tested whether propranolol, a beta-blocker usually used for heart conditions, can reduce nosebleeds in people with hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT), a genetic disorder that causes abnormal blood vessels. Fifteen adults with HHT took either propranolol or a p…

This study tested whether injecting botulinum toxin A (Dysport) into the groin muscles could relieve chronic pain from adductor tendinopathy (pubalgia) in people who didn't get better with rest, anti-inflammatories, or physical therapy. Only 4 participants were enrolled before th…

This study tested a nasal spray containing a strong painkiller (sufentanil) for adults with sickle cell disease experiencing a painful crisis. The goal was to see if it could provide faster relief than the standard gas mixture (EMONO) before giving morphine through an IV. The tri…

This study tested whether a drug called Polaramine can prevent dangerous drops in blood pressure when patients come off a heart-lung machine during aortic valve replacement. 18 adults took part. The goal was to see if the drug helps the body keep a stable blood pressure after sur…

This study looked at whether giving vitamin C to elderly patients hospitalized with pneumonia could improve their breathing and daily function. Only 9 people took part before the study was stopped early. Because it was so small, we can't say if vitamin C helps or not.

This study followed 22 ICU patients who had trouble being taken off a breathing machine (ventilator). Researchers measured two key aspects of the diaphragm—strength and endurance—over 18 hours to see which one is more lacking. The goal was to understand the root cause of weaning …

This study used a special MRI technique to look at tiny brain changes in people who recently had a first episode of symptoms that could lead to multiple sclerosis (MS). Researchers compared 84 participants (patients and healthy controls) to see if early memory problems are linked…

This study investigates whether new biomarkers found in blood and vaginal samples can help predict the risk of premature delivery in pregnant women showing signs of preterm labor. Researchers will collect extra blood and swab samples from women between 22 and 33 weeks of pregnanc…

This study compared signs of aging in 123 HIV-infected adults to the general population. Researchers measured bone density, muscle strength, skin changes, and thinking abilities. The goal was to understand if HIV speeds up aging in these areas. No new treatment was tested; it was…

This study looked at 14 men with intermediate-risk prostate cancer who were scheduled for prostate removal surgery. Each man received two different types of PET scans to see which one better highlights cancer cells. The goal was to compare the scans' ability to detect and measure…

This study explores whether the community of bacteria living on the skin (the skin microbiome) plays a role in vitiligo—a condition that causes white patches—and in side effects from anti-PD-1 immunotherapy for advanced melanoma. Researchers will collect skin swabs from people wi…

This study looked at how being obese as a teenager might affect emotional memory and the connections between two key brain areas: the amygdala and hippocampus. Researchers compared obese and normal-weight adolescents aged 12-17 using MRI scans while they performed memory tasks. T…

This study tested an artificial intelligence platform called Synapse to help doctors avoid dangerous drug interactions in older patients (65+). The goal was to see if the AI could reduce inappropriate prescriptions when patients left the hospital. However, the trial was terminate…

This study aimed to find out how common sperm problems are in men with Fabry disease. Researchers planned to check sperm samples from 22 men aged 18 to 65. The study was stopped early, so results are limited.

This study collected blood, urine, stool, and respiratory samples from 615 COVID-19 patients and caregivers at Bordeaux University Hospital. The goal was to build a biobank for research on the virus and disease. The study was terminated early, but the samples may still help scien…

This study collects small skin samples from children aged 2 to 17 with Costello syndrome or a related condition. Researchers will analyze the cells to understand how a mutation in the HRAS gene affects energy use and mitochondria. The goal is to learn more about the disease's und…

This study looked at whether MRI scans can detect changes in the lungs of people with cystic fibrosis as well as CT scans do. CT scans use radiation, so finding a reliable alternative like MRI could mean safer monitoring over time. The study included 212 patients aged 8 and older…

This study looked for hidden brain damage in 38 hospitalized COVID-19 patients. Instead of using standard MRI scans, researchers used electrical tests to check how well the brainstem was working. The goal was to find subtle nervous system problems that might not show up on regula…

This study tested whether special insoles with pressure sensors (FEETME®) can accurately measure walking speed in people with CIDP, a nerve condition that causes walking difficulties. Researchers compared the insoles to a standard walkway system in 18 adults aged 18-75 with CIDP.…