University Hospital, Brest
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospital, Brest, explained in plain language.
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Experimental pill tested to fight lung infections in cystic fibrosis
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether an experimental oral drug called roscovitine is safe for adults with cystic fibrosis who have a common genetic mutation and a chronic lung infection. Researchers gave different doses to 24 participants over 28 days, while 12 others received a placebo, to…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC
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Researchers watch babies on video to decode eczema discomfort
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to better understand discomfort in babies under 6 months old with atopic dermatitis (eczema). Researchers filmed infants to analyze their behaviors, as traditional itch assessment tools don't work for this age group. The goal was to improve care by learning how t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Scientists seek better way to hear a Preemie's silent pain
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to find better ways to measure pain in premature babies. Researchers compared a standard pain assessment scale with two newer methods: monitoring changes in heart rate and skin sweat. The goal was to see if these physical measurements matched up with the standard…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:29 UTC
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Scientists build 'Library' to unlock mysteries of infertility
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to create a collection of medical information from women with unexplained infertility or low egg supply. Researchers planned to collect blood, urine, and swab samples during fertility treatments to look for biological clues. The goal was to help future research i…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:29 UTC
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Hidden lung threat in cystic fibrosis: nationwide hunt for silent bacteria
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to understand how common and serious infections from non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) are in people with cystic fibrosis in France. Researchers observed 848 patients to measure how many had these bacteria in their lungs and tested a new blood test to detect pas…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC