University Hospital, Ghent
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospital, Ghent, explained in plain language.
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Could siliconepads replace foam to protect diabetic feet?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two types of foot pads—siliconepads and felted foam—to see which one better reduces pressure under the ball of the foot in people with diabetes who are at high risk for foot ulcers. Researchers will measure pressure relief and ask participants about comfort an…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Ghent • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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New ultrasound technique may make IUD insertion less painful
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests if using ultrasound during IUS (intrauterine system) insertion reduces pain compared to the traditional method. About 50 women will be randomly assigned to one of two techniques. The goal is to see if ultrasound guidance makes the procedure more comfortable and i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Ghent • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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New scoring system could help doctors spot hidden colon cancer
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see if a new, simpler tool called CRIS can help doctors better predict which large colon polyps contain cancer. About 764 patients and many endoscopists will take part, comparing the new score to an existing one. The goal is to make cancer risk assessment easie…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Ghent • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Can coaching doctors and nurses improve End-of-Life care?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether coaching doctors and nurses can improve ethical decision-making in hospital teams. Researchers will train staff in 10 departments at Ghent University Hospital to communicate better and handle difficult end-of-life choices. They will measure if this leads …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Ghent • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC