University Hospital, Clermont-ferrand
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospital, Clermont-ferrand, explained in plain language.
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Study tests if one drug can replace two for inflammatory bowel disease
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether using just one medication (infliximab) under the skin works as well as using it together with another immune-suppressing drug for people with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. About 420 adults who have already started infliximab will be followed f…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New nasal spray could prevent migraines without drugs
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests a nasal spray called MIG-SPRAY for preventing migraines in 45 adults aged 18-55. The spray forms a protective film inside the nose to possibly stop migraine triggers. Participants use it three times daily for three months, and researchers track side effects and m…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Could your blanket track your sleep? smart duvet tested in sleep lab
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests a new 'intelligent duvet' called Easy Sleep Monitoring (ESM) that uses built-in sensors to detect movement and estimate sleep. Researchers will compare its accuracy to standard sleep lab tests (video-polysomnography) in 50 people, including those with sleep disor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Could teaching heart failure patients to self-manage boost their quality of life?
Symptom relief OngoingThis trial tests whether a structured therapeutic education program, delivered by general practitioners, can improve quality of life for people with heart failure. Around 200 patients in primary care will be randomly assigned to receive the program or usual care, and their qualit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Does trust shape your workout? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at how much people trust institutions (like health organizations) when it comes to advice about physical activity. Researchers will ask 2000 volunteers questions about their trust levels, lifestyle, and background. The goal is to understand what factors influence…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart care goes beyond medicine: hospital tests Quality-of-Life tracking
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether simple questionnaires can effectively measure quality of life in heart patients and job satisfaction in their caregivers. Over 1,100 participants from a French hospital will complete surveys before and after procedures like pacemaker insertion or heart su…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hemophilia pain mystery: new study aims to uncover hidden suffering
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study surveys 350 adults with hemophilia to better understand chronic pain—its type, location, and impact on daily life. Participants fill out questionnaires about their pain history, medication use, and emotional well-being. The goal is to help doctors recognize and treat p…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Ultrasound could replace colonoscopies for Crohn's patients on new drug
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how quickly risankizumab (Skyrizi) heals deep intestinal damage in people with Crohn's disease. Instead of repeated colonoscopies, researchers use intestinal ultrasound to track healing at 4 and 12 weeks. The goal is to find a simpler, more comfortable way to …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Expert phone call may save lives in bleeding emergencies
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether having a specialist give advice by phone during emergencies helps patients with severe bleeding who take blood thinners. About 1,000 patients will be treated either with standard care or with added expert guidance. Researchers will compare how well bleedi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Breast cancer may harm egg quality before treatment even starts
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how breast cancer itself may affect a woman's ability to have children later. Researchers are comparing egg quality and hormone responses in 100 women with breast cancer versus healthy egg donors. The goal is to understand why cancer can reduce the number and …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New tool aims to help doctors and nurses track their own performance
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a tool called MSProgress that gives healthcare teams easy access to their own data, like how well they are doing on certain health measures. The tool is a simple 20-page report with 43 indicators that teams can choose from. The goal is to see if using this tool h…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:34 UTC