University Hospital Heidelberg
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospital Heidelberg, explained in plain language.
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New shorter radiation for sarcoma aims to speed recovery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a shorter, 2-3 week course of proton or carbon ion radiation given before surgery for soft tissue sarcoma in the arms or legs. The goal is to see if this approach reduces wound healing problems and improves quality of life compared to the standard 5-week treatmen…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Heidelberg • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 20:03 UTC
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New imaging study aims to sharpen esophageal cancer surgery
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether advanced PET/CT scans can more accurately show the edges of esophageal cancer before and after chemotherapy. Researchers will compare scan results with the actual tumor removed during surgery. The goal is to improve surgical planning and ensure all cancer…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital Heidelberg • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 20:02 UTC
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One-Time radiation during breast surgery could cut fatigue
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving a single dose of radiation directly to the tumor site during breast-conserving surgery can reduce fatigue compared to the standard 3-6 weeks of whole-breast radiation. The trial enrolls 202 women aged 50 or older with low-risk, early-stage breast c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Heidelberg • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 20:01 UTC