University Hospital, Ghent

This study looks at whether combining hormone replacement therapy with supervised exercise can help postmenopausal women improve body composition, heart health, and insulin sensitivity. Researchers will track 390 women over 24 weeks. The goal is to find better ways to manage meno…

This study tests whether adding a small amount of air pressure (called PEEP) to the breathing tube during CPR helps restart the heart and improves survival in adults whose heart stops outside a hospital. About 132 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either standard …

This study tests a new way to reverse gastric bypass surgery using a tube-like device called a stent placed through an endoscope. It is for people who have serious problems after bypass, like low blood sugar, blockages, or liver issues. The goal is to see if the stent can fix the…

This study tests whether drinking beetroot juice for a week before colorectal surgery can help the gut start working again sooner. 170 adults having laparoscopic surgery will be randomly assigned to drink either real beetroot juice or a placebo. Researchers will track when patien…

This study tests whether measuring biologic drug levels in the blood can guide personalized dosing for people with psoriasis. About 210 adults on certain biologics will either get dose adjustments based on blood levels or continue standard care. The goal is to maintain disease co…

This study looks at whether 3D ultrasound can replace MRI for diagnosing a uterine septum, a wall-like partition in the womb that can cause pregnancy problems. About 145 women aged 18 to 45 who might have this condition will get both types of scans and answer questionnaires. The …

This study compares two surgical techniques (CAF and TCAF) for covering receding gums in the lower front teeth. About 34 adults with at least two gum recessions will be randomly assigned to one method. Both involve taking a small tissue graft from the roof of the mouth. The goal …

This study aims to find out which ovarian stimulation method is more comfortable and satisfying for women undergoing IVF. About 60 women will try both a new approach (using CFA and PPOS) and the standard approach, then report their experiences. The goal is to improve quality of l…

This study compares two surgical techniques—coronally advanced flap (CAF) and tunneled coronally advanced flap (TCAF)—for covering receding gums on multiple upper teeth. Both methods use a small tissue graft from the roof of the mouth to support the gum. The goal is to see which …

This study tests whether adding blood flow restriction (BFR) to standard rehab helps people recover better after surgery for a torn Achilles tendon. About 82 adults who had surgery will be randomly assigned to 24 weeks of exercise therapy with or without BFR. Researchers will mea…

This study compares two surgical techniques for covering a single receding gum on a lower premolar. 24 adults with good oral health will be randomly assigned to receive either the modified tunnel technique or the tunneled coronally advanced flap, both using a small graft from the…

This study looks at a special numbing method called intra-osseous anesthesia for children aged 6 to 12 who need a permanent molar removed under general anesthesia. The goal is to see if this technique reduces pain and side effects like accidental biting after surgery. About 80 ch…

This study tests a low-intensity exercise program using a blood flow restriction cuff in 40 adults with osteogenesis imperfecta type I (brittle bone disease). The goal is to see if it safely improves muscle mass, bone health, and quality of life without causing fractures. Partici…

This study tests whether adding a gentle brain stimulation technique (tDCS) to cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) helps people with anxiety or depression break the cycle of repetitive negative thinking. About 85 adults who worry a lot will receive either real or fake tDCS during …

This study looks at whether a procedure called NovaSure radiofrequency ablation can be done safely in an outpatient clinic for women with heavy menstrual bleeding. About 30 women aged 35-50 who have not responded to or declined other treatments will be observed for up to 4 hours …

This study tests a new short-term treatment called Suicidal Crisis Intervention (SCI) for adults who have attempted suicide or are in a suicidal crisis. The goal is to reduce suicidal thoughts and related feelings like hopelessness. About 390 participants and their close ones wil…

This study looks at whether radiofrequency ablation (RFA), a procedure that uses heat to shrink thyroid nodules, can safely reduce symptoms like neck discomfort or visible swelling and improve quality of life. About 50 adults with benign thyroid nodules will undergo the outpatien…

This study tests a 12-week home-based coaching program for people who had surgery for early-stage lung cancer. Participants get a fitness tracker, a smartphone app, and coach calls to help them increase their daily steps. The goal is to see if this program improves physical activ…

This study tests a program called 'My Care My Voice' that helps people with cancer start conversations about palliative care with their doctors. The goal is to make sure patients get the support they need earlier, improving quality of life. About 271 participants will use a quest…

This study looks at how two common medicines, paracetamol (a painkiller) and cefazolin (an antibiotic), move through the bodies of children aged 2 to 15 years. Researchers want to see if normal-weight and overweight children process these drugs differently. About 120 kids having …

This study checks if a pressure-sensitive smart insole (Ceriter Stride One) can accurately measure walking patterns in people recovering from stroke, brain injury, or spinal cord injury. About 30 participants will wear the insoles while walking on a high-tech treadmill (GRAIL) to…

This study looks at how people with type 2 diabetes break down polyphenols—natural compounds found in plants—compared to people without diabetes. Researchers will collect urine samples from 100 participants after they take a polyphenol pill. The goal is to understand differences …

This study looks at whether antibiotics given to critically ill children in the ICU reach the right levels in their blood to fight infections effectively. Researchers will measure drug concentrations after the first dose and at steady state in 640 children from newborns to age 15…

This study looks at how stroke changes the way people move their arms when walking. Researchers will measure brain activity and muscle patterns in 84 people (some who had a stroke and some healthy) to understand why arm swing is different after a stroke. The goal is to use these …

This study checks if new guidelines for placing sticky electrodes on the calf muscles give more accurate readings in people who have had a stroke. Twenty participants will have electrodes placed using both the new and standard methods, and ultrasound will confirm their positions.…

This study aims to understand why some people with depression or anxiety get stuck in repetitive negative thinking, such as constant worry or rumination. Researchers will compare 50 patients with 50 healthy volunteers using a harmless brain-imaging device while they perform emoti…

This study aims to make brain procedures for aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) safer and more effective. Researchers will use medical images and computer models to create a detailed map of each patient's brain blood vessels. This will help doctors plan the best way…

This study looks at how well doctors can see leftover polyp tissue at the scar from a previous colonoscopy removal. It compares experts to non-experts and tests whether a short video training can improve detection. About 141 endoscopists will review images before and after traini…

This study looks at how antibiotics work in critically ill newborns, infants, and children who are on a life-support machine called ECMO. The goal is to see if current antibiotic doses are effective and safe. Researchers will measure drug levels in the blood to find the best dosi…

This study looks at how often the airway closes during CPR in people who have a cardiac arrest outside the hospital. Researchers will analyze breathing data from 150 patients to see if a new measurement, called the Airway Opening Index, can help predict whether the heart will res…

This study is testing a new, non-invasive test called the Aurora test to help doctors choose the best embryo for transfer during IVF. Currently, embryos are selected based on how they look under a microscope, which can be subjective. The Aurora test analyzes cells around the egg …

This study aims to make a common liver cancer treatment called TARE more predictable and effective. Researchers will create computer models of each patient's liver blood vessels to simulate how radioactive beads spread during treatment. By analyzing factors like catheter position…