University Hospital Heidelberg
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospital Heidelberg, explained in plain language.
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Heavy ion beams target deadly pancreatic tumors in new trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new type of radiation therapy using carbon ions for people with pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. It aimed to see if this advanced radiation is more effective than the current standard photon radiation at controlling the tumor and helping pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Heidelberg • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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Trial tests if new catheter boosts stroke recovery
Disease control CompletedThis study aimed to find out if using a special balloon-tipped catheter is better than a standard one for emergency clot-removal procedures in stroke patients. It involved 110 adults who had a major stroke caused by a large blocked artery in the brain. Researchers randomly assign…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Heidelberg • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:35 UTC
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Apple watch prescribed as heart medicine in groundbreaking trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a personalized, year-long exercise program could improve heart health and fitness in people with dilated cardiomyopathy, a condition where the heart muscle is weak. 300 participants were given an Apple Watch to track their activity and symptoms, with two…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Heidelberg • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:29 UTC