University Hospital, Grenoble

This study looks at people with COMISA, a condition where obstructive sleep apnea and insomnia occur together. Many people with this combination struggle to use CPAP, a standard treatment for sleep apnea, consistently. The study will compare those who take daridorexant, a sleep a…

This study tests a clinical decision tree designed to guide treatment for low-energy vertebral compression fractures—common in older adults. The tree uses patient age, MRI findings, pain level, and bone deformity to recommend either vertebroplasty or conservative care. Researcher…

This study tests a fully wireless brain-computer interface (BCI) that aims to decode attempted speech in real time for people with locked-in syndrome (LIS), often caused by ALS or stroke. The implant records brain signals from areas controlling the mouth and throat, then translat…

This study tests a less invasive surgical approach for severe thoracolumbar burst fractures, a type of spinal injury. The procedure combines vertebral augmentation (using a device to restore bone height) with percutaneous fixation (screws placed through small incisions). The goal…

This study looks at a new, thinner metal plate used to fix a common type of ankle fracture. Standard plates can cause skin problems and discomfort, sometimes needing removal. The new plate is designed to be less bulky and stronger. Researchers will follow 40 patients to see if th…

This study looks at the best way to stop heavy bleeding after a miscarriage. It compares two procedures: one that temporarily blocks blood vessels with a gelatin material, and another that does the same but also removes tissue from the womb. About 110 participants will be followe…

This study looks at whether a special heart scan (CZT-SPECT) can better predict heart attacks, strokes, and heart failure in people with chronic kidney disease. Current tests often miss heart problems in these patients. The study will follow 283 participants for two years to see …

This study tests a new way to detect prostate cancer early by looking at changes in MRI scans over time instead of relying on a single scan. About 380 men with suspicious MRI findings will be followed to see if this approach reduces unnecessary biopsies and over-treatment. The go…

This study tests whether a higher dose of the blood thinner enoxaparin can better prevent dangerous blood clots in the legs or lungs of severely injured patients. About 540 adults in intensive care after trauma will receive either the standard or a double dose. The goal is to see…

This trial investigates whether gentle abdominal massage, performed early after colon cancer surgery, can help the intestines start working again more quickly. Many patients experience a temporary slowdown in gut function (postoperative ileus) that causes bloating, pain, and naus…

This study tests whether a dedicated 30-minute consultation with a healthcare professional before getting an implantable port (a small device under the skin for chemotherapy) can lower patient anxiety. About 150 adults scheduled for the procedure will either get standard care or …

This study aims to see if a stress management program can help adults with myasthenia gravis feel less anxious and stressed, and improve their quality of life. About 62 participants will take part in an 8-session program and report their symptoms before and after. The goal is to …

This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS can reduce pain in sedated patients in the intensive care unit (ICU). Forty adults on ventilators and receiving morphine will receive either real or fake tDCS. The goal is to see if tDCS can lower pai…

This study tests whether a non-invasive electrical stimulation technique can reduce chronic pelvic pain. Sixty adults with pelvic pain for over a year will be randomly assigned to one of two active stimulation methods or a placebo. The treatment involves daily sessions for a week…

This study looks at whether children with ADHD and their parents will actually use a digital app called LUSHA for three months. The app is designed as a game to motivate behavior change and improve parent-child interaction. Researchers will track how often families use the app an…

This study looks at people who had surgery for advanced lower rectal cancer, comparing two procedures: one that removes the rectum and anus (requiring a permanent stoma) and one that removes the rectum but keeps the anus (with a reconnection). The goal is to see which approach le…

This study looks at the long-term urinary, sexual, and bowel health of people aged 7 to 25 who had surgery for Hirschsprung disease as young children. Hirschsprung disease is a rare birth defect where part of the large intestine lacks nerve cells, causing blockages. Surgery remov…

This study investigates how central and peripheral vision work together to recognize scenes and how this changes with normal aging. Healthy young adults (18–30) and older adults (60–85) will complete computerized visual tasks, eye exams, and, for some, brain scans (fMRI). The goa…

This study compares three methods of supporting breathing during a spontaneous breathing trial — the test used to see if a patient can be safely taken off a ventilator. The methods are a standard T-piece, pressure support ventilation, and high-flow humidified oxygen. The goal is …

This study will look at how healthy people's bodies respond to exercise while breathing air with less oxygen, similar to being at high altitude. Researchers will measure things like muscle oxygen levels, heart rate, and breathing in 305 volunteers. The goal is to better understan…

This study looks at how different types of bilateral breast reconstruction affect women's quality of life and satisfaction. Researchers will compare women who had preventive mastectomy (due to high risk) with those who had therapeutic mastectomy (due to cancer), and also consider…

This pilot study tests whether using pleuropulmonary ultrasound in the emergency department can help doctors prescribe antibiotics sooner for suspected pneumonia. Fifteen adults with respiratory symptoms will receive an ultrasound in addition to standard care. The main goal is to…

This study tests whether blood pressure readings taken over different layers of clothing are as reliable as those taken on bare skin. Researchers will compare measurements from 161 emergency department patients. The goal is to see if clothing affects accuracy, which could change …

This study investigates whether measuring blood flow in the heart's smallest blood vessels (microcirculation) can help predict serious health events within a year after a person is hospitalized for acute myocarditis. Researchers will use a special technique during a standard hear…

This study tests whether using a blood flow restriction (BFR) device during exercise can increase muscle fatigue in people with COPD, potentially making rehab more effective. Forty participants will do one session of resistance or cycling exercise with and without BFR. The goal i…

This study looks at how a brain region called the subthalamic nucleus (STN) is involved in sleep and wakefulness in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will record brain activity during sleep using special electrodes already implanted for deep brain stimulation. The goal…

This study will interview 15 adults with stricturing Crohn's disease to learn which symptoms matter most to them and what early warning signs they notice. Researchers hope to use this information to create a better clinical assessment score. Participants will have a one-hour inte…

This study explores whether a technique called LIBS, which maps chemical elements in lung tissue, can help doctors identify possible environmental or workplace causes of chronic lung diseases. Researchers will analyze stored biopsy samples from 70 adult patients using LIBS and an…

This study looks at a new way to control inflammation during flare-ups of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Researchers will take blood samples from 30 adults with severe IBD and test whether oxygen microbubbles can reprogram immune cells (monocytes) to produce fewer inflam…

This study will translate an English survey that measures how satisfied women are after a cesarean section into French. Researchers will test the new French version with 210 women who had a planned or unplanned cesarean. The goal is to give hospitals a better tool to understand a…

This study explores whether a blood test can identify the bacteria causing a brain abscess, potentially avoiding the need for brain surgery to get a sample. Researchers will compare the germs found in the blood with those found in the abscess during surgery in 15 adults. If succe…

This study looks at a protein called IL-1RAP found on the surface of certain blood cancer cells in myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). Researchers want to see if this protein can be targeted by a special immune therapy called CAR-T cells. They will collect bone marrow and blood samp…

This study will follow 81 people with early-stage, hormone-positive breast cancer who are at high risk of the cancer coming back. Researchers want to see how often patients take their prescribed CDK4/6 inhibitor pills (abemaciclib or ribociclib) alongside standard hormone therapy…

This study tests whether measuring jaw movements can accurately assess breathing effort in intensive care patients with acute respiratory failure. Researchers will compare jaw movement signals to the standard invasive method (esophageal pressure) in 50 adults during weaning from …

This study will enroll 63 people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer whose disease has been stable for at least 6 months. Participants will take part in a 3-month rehabilitation program that includes physical activity. Researchers will measure quality of life, hand grip stre…

This study looks at whether eating more fiber helps melanoma patients respond better to immunotherapy. Researchers will track the fiber intake of 60 patients using a special questionnaire and see if those who eat more fiber have less cancer recurrence or progression. The goal is …

This observational study will examine whether prior expectations increase false perceptions in Parkinson's patients who experience visual hallucinations. About 60 participants, including patients with and without hallucinations and healthy volunteers, will complete a computer-bas…

This study will use ultrasound to check for medial arterial calcification (hardening of the arteries) in 60 healthy endurance athletes. The goal is to find out how common this condition is in this group and see if it relates to their training habits or heart risk factors. Partici…

This study looks at whether people with overactive bladder can be monitored at home after receiving botulinum toxin injections, instead of going to the hospital. About 112 participants will be randomly assigned to either home or hospital follow-up. The goal is to see if home moni…

This study aims to better understand pain in people with a rare genetic form of arthrogryposis (stiff joints) caused by a PIEZO2 mutation. About 12 participants aged 10 and older will track their pain daily for two weeks using simple questionnaires and body charts. No drugs or tr…

This study tests a new computer method (HDC) to recognize hand gestures using muscle sensors on the forearm. Ten healthy volunteers will perform gestures while wearing a sensor armband. The goal is to see if the new method is more accurate than standard approaches. This is a tech…

This study will survey how taurolidine lock solutions are actually given to patients with a PICC line who need nutrition through a vein. Researchers will check if nurses follow the recommended steps and compare what is prescribed to what is administered. The goal is to spot any g…

This study looks at how premature babies learn to match what they see (lip movements) with what they hear (sounds), a key skill for language development. Researchers will test 60 infants born before 34 weeks at 4 months old and again a few months later. The goal is to understand …

This pilot study tests a new, faster MRI technique called Magnetic Resonance Fingerprinting (MRF) for people who have had an ischemic stroke. Standard MRI scans take 20-25 minutes, but for stroke, every minute matters. The study will enroll 10 adults with subacute stroke to see i…

This pilot study will use ultrasound to measure diaphragm movement in 20 ALS patients, both while they breathe on their own and while using non-invasive ventilation (NIV). The goal is to see if ultrasound can detect changes in how the diaphragm works with and without the breathin…

This study will compare immune cells and gut bacteria in 40 women with and without endometriosis. Researchers will take tissue and blood samples during surgery and collect stool samples over a year. The goal is to find biological markers that could lead to better treatments for t…