University Hospital, Grenoble
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospital, Grenoble, explained in plain language.
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New hope for pancreatic cancer: drug combo shows promise in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested whether adding a new drug called NP137 to standard chemotherapy (mFOLFIRINOX) is safe for people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink tumors and help people liv…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 01:03 UTC
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Could a pill replace CPAP for sleep apnea blood pressure?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether a drug called bosentan could lower blood pressure in people with sleep apnea and mild hypertension, as well as the standard CPAP machine does. Nineteen participants were given either bosentan or CPAP to compare effects on daytime and nighttime blood p…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 01:01 UTC
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New heart scan could replace Needle-Based test
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new, non-invasive imaging method to measure blood flow in the heart muscle. It involved 36 people with coronary artery disease who already needed a heart catheterization. The goal was to see if the new scan could give the same results as the standard invasive …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 17, 2026 01:04 UTC
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New sensor tech could make blood gas monitoring easier
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested new light-based sensors that measure carbon dioxide and oxygen levels through the skin. Twenty healthy adults took part, and the new sensors were compared to standard lab tests. The goal was to see if these sensors work as well as current methods for monitoring …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New rapid test aims to speed up COVID-19 detection
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new, fast, and affordable COVID-19 test called TestNPass. Researchers checked how well it finds the virus using nose swabs from 400 adults. The goal was to see if it is accurate enough to use widely, helping people get results quickly without needing lab equip…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 13, 2026 15:59 UTC
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Shock therapy for fibromyalgia? new study tests brain zaps for pain relief
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether adding a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) to standard rehabilitation exercises could help reduce pain in people with fibromyalgia. 42 adults with fibromyalgia were randomly assigned to re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 01:04 UTC
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Can exercise from home help anorexia? small study says maybe
Symptom relief CompletedThis pilot study tested whether a home-based, supervised exercise program is acceptable and safe for 36 women with anorexia nervosa. Participants were asked to complete 8 exercise sessions at home via video calls. The study measured how many people joined and finished the program…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:59 UTC
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Virtual reality goggles calm heart patients before surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether using virtual reality (VR) in the waiting room could help lower anxiety in 156 adults about to have a heart catheterization. Patients wore a heart rate monitor and reported their anxiety levels. The goal was to see if VR could make the pre-procedure expe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:57 UTC
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Zapping pain: can brain or spine stimulation ease Long-Term suffering?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested three different nerve stimulation techniques—two targeting the brain and one targeting the spine—to see which best reduces pain in people with algoneurodystrophy, a chronic pain condition. Thirty-six adults who had pain for over a year and did not respond to sta…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:47 UTC
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Hidden breathing problem common in type 1 diabetes patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how often obstructive sleep apnea (a condition where breathing stops and starts during sleep) occurs in adults with type 1 diabetes who use an insulin pump. Researchers measured sleep problems in 825 participants and checked for links to diabetes-related comp…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Sleep apnea study tracks heart risks and cancer over years
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed over 200 sleep apnea patients from a large European database to see what health problems they developed over time, such as heart issues, metabolic conditions, cancer, or death. Researchers also looked at whether using CPAP therapy (a common sleep apnea treatme…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 01:00 UTC
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Brain scans reveal secrets of memory and perception in healthy volunteers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study used brain scans (fMRI) to understand how the hippocampus, a brain area known for memory, also helps with perception. Sixty healthy adults aged 18-35 performed tasks while their brain activity was recorded. The goal was to learn more about how the brain processes infor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 01:00 UTC
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New study aims to catch sleep apnea early in down syndrome
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked for early warning signs of sleep apnea in people with Down syndrome. Sleep apnea is common in this group but often missed, and it can harm the heart and brain. Researchers studied 40 adults with Down syndrome using sleep tests and heart monitoring to find factor…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 01:00 UTC
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New scale aims to better detect Parkinson's mood fluctuations
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new questionnaire (the NF-scale) designed to measure sudden mood and thinking changes that can happen in Parkinson's disease. Researchers worked with 130 French-speaking adults who have Parkinson's and experience motor fluctuations. The goal was to confirm tha…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:52 UTC
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Weight loss program may help sleep apnea, study finds
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a weight-loss program that includes nutrition and behavior changes can reduce the risk of sleep apnea in overweight and obese people. About 400 adults took part. Researchers measured sleep apnea risk and daytime sleepiness before and after the program…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:52 UTC
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Brain scans reveal how aging shifts emotional focus from negative to positive
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the brains of younger (18-45) and older (60-85) adults process emotional images. Researchers used MRI scans to see which brain areas activate when people judge emotions or think about taking action. The goal was to understand normal changes in emotional p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:51 UTC
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Supplements tested for exercise boost – but no disease target
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how supplements that help the body make nitric oxide affect exercise in healthy, sedentary adults. Researchers measured muscle strength and blood flow after taking the supplements. The goal was to understand basic body responses, not to treat any illness.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:57 UTC
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New app and wearable track how pain and fatigue affect daily life in rheumatic disease
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a mobile app and a wearable activity tracker to see if they are practical for monitoring daily symptoms like pain, fatigue, mood, and sleep in people with inflammatory rheumatic diseases (such as rheumatoid arthritis and spondyloarthritis). Fifty adults used the…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:57 UTC
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Walking under the microscope: botulinum Toxin's hidden effects on gait in dystonia patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how two types of focal dystonia—cervical dystonia and blepharospasm—affect walking patterns. Researchers measured gait in 40 participants before and after treatment with botulinum toxin to see if the therapy changes how they walk. The goal was to better under…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC
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Scientists track muscle fatigue in extreme trail runners
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how long-distance trail running (40 to 160 km) affects muscle fatigue, heart function, sleep, and energy balance. Researchers measured muscle strength before and after races in 83 experienced runners. The goal was to better understand the physical stress of t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New decision tree may improve hip fracture surgery outcomes
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new decision-making guide for treating fractures of the hip socket (acetabulum). Researchers looked at results from 250 patients treated at a major trauma center. The goal was to see if the guide leads to better recovery and fewer hip replacements. This is an …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:52 UTC
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Mind over mountain: study reveals power of Self-Talk in trail running
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether teaching runners to use internal self-talk changes how hard they feel they are working during a trail run. 76 healthy adults aged 18-55 completed a treadmill test at a moderate pace. Researchers measured their perceived effort and psychological profil…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:50 UTC
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Why do rheumatism patients ignore Doctor's orders? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 229 adults with rheumatoid arthritis, spondyloarthritis, or psoriatic arthritis to find out why they don't always follow their doctor's advice for managing other health problems. Researchers used questionnaires to identify barriers to following recommendation…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:50 UTC
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HAE patients and caregivers share real-world struggles in new survey
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed French survey studied the burden of on-demand treatment for hereditary angioedema (HAE) attacks from the perspective of 300 patients and their caregivers. It collected information on attack frequency, severity, treatment delays, and impacts on quality of life, soci…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:41 UTC
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Lockdown pounds: study reveals how COVID-19 confinement affected weight and sleep
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the COVID-19 lockdown affected weight, sleep, and mental health in nearly 4,800 adults who were already in a weight-loss program. Researchers wanted to see if stress, less exercise, and changes in eating habits during confinement slowed down weight loss. …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 08, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Scientists peer into the brain during exercise in thin air
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the brain reacts when people exercise in low-oxygen environments, like high altitudes. Thirty healthy men performed exercise while researchers measured brain activity and oxygen levels using special scans and brain stimulation. The goal was to understand …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 04, 2026 16:30 UTC