University Hospital, Lille
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospital, Lille, explained in plain language.
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Could a repurposed drug put the brakes on Parkinson's?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a drug called deferiprone could slow the progression of Parkinson's disease. The drug works by removing excess iron from the brain, which researchers believe may contribute to the disease. The trial involved 372 adults with early-stage Parkinson's who we…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:43 UTC
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New hope for Tough-to-Treat blood cancer patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a combination of two drugs, pomalidomide and dexamethasone, could help control a hard-to-treat form of blood cancer called multiple myeloma. It focused on 63 patients whose cancer had specific genetic features linked to poorer outcomes and had come back …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Light-activated cancer therapy tested in groundbreaking mesothelioma treatment combo
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether patients with malignant pleural mesothelioma could complete an intensive combination treatment. The treatment included surgery to remove visible tumors, a special light-activated drug therapy during surgery, followed by chemotherapy and radiation. Resear…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Iron-Busting drug shows promise in slowing devastating ALS
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether deferiprone, a drug that removes excess iron from the body, could slow the progression of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Researchers enrolled 372 people with early-stage ALS and randomly assigned them to receive either deferiprone or a placebo for …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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New mesh technology tested for Tough-to-Treat infected hernias
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two approaches for treating infected abdominal hernias that develop after surgery. 110 patients were randomly assigned to receive either a biological mesh implant or standard wound care without mesh. Researchers tracked infection rates, hernia recurrence, heal…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Remote coaching helps kids master diabetes management
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether personalized phone and text message coaching could help children with type 1 diabetes who struggle with adjusting their insulin treatment. Researchers worked with 106 children under 18 years old who had difficulty managing their blood sugar levels. The g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Remote heart monitoring study aims to keep patients out of hospital
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a more comprehensive remote monitoring system could help heart failure patients with special pacemakers stay healthier and avoid hospital visits. Researchers compared two different remote monitoring approaches over 27 months to see which was better at pr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Nurse-Led program aims to help stroke patients manage recovery at home
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a special education program led by nurses could help stroke patients manage their recovery better than standard follow-up care. The program involved teaching patients and a family member or caregiver about managing high blood pressure and stroke recovery…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Doctors shine light on brain cancer during surgery
Disease control CompletedThis small pilot study tested whether adding a special light treatment during surgery is safe and practical for patients with glioblastoma, a serious brain cancer. Ten patients received the experimental light therapy right after their main tumor was removed, in addition to standa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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Rapid test aims to curb unnecessary antibiotics in critically ill pneumonia patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether using a rapid diagnostic test (Unyvero®) could help doctors stop unnecessary antibiotic treatment sooner in patients with suspected pneumonia who are on a breathing machine. The goal was to reduce the overuse of broad-spectrum antibiotics, which can lead…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Hospital tech & pharmacists team up to stop dangerous drug side effects
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new hospital computer system designed to prevent serious side effects from medications, specifically sudden kidney failure and high potassium levels, in older patients. The system used smarter alerts that were reviewed by pharmacists before being sent to docto…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Second-Chance drug tested for transplant complications
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether the drug nilotinib could help control chronic graft-versus-host disease in patients who had already tried and failed treatment with imatinib. The trial involved 65 adults who had received stem cell transplants and developed this serious complication wher…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC
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Antibiotic trial aims to boost survival in deadly liver disease
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding a common antibiotic (amoxicillin-clavulanic acid) to the standard steroid treatment could help more people survive severe alcoholic hepatitis. It focused on patients at very high risk of dying within two months. The main goal was to see if the ant…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:30 UTC
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New hope for Tough-to-Treat blood cancer? scientists test promising drug
Disease control CompletedThis study aimed to find a safe and effective dose of the drug lenalidomide for adults with Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia, a rare and incurable blood cancer, whose disease had returned or was not responding to other therapies. It involved a small group of 17 participants to first…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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Trial tests cell transplants to free diabetics from insulin shots
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether transplanting insulin-producing cells (islets) could help patients with type 1 diabetes who already had a kidney transplant. The goal was to help these patients become independent from insulin injections and better control their blood sugar. Researchers …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:27 UTC
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Exercise program aims to build stronger bones in kids with IBD
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a guided physical activity program could improve bone mineral density in children and teenagers with chronic inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Researchers worked with 15 young patients who had IBD for at least six m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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Smart device aims to protect ICU Patients' lungs
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new electronic device designed to automatically keep the pressure in a breathing tube just right for ICU patients. When the pressure is wrong, it can cause stomach fluids to leak into the lungs or damage the windpipe. Researchers compared how well the device w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Personal crisis plan aims to keep schizophrenia patients out of hospital
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a personalized 'SOS Plan' could help people with schizophrenia avoid hospital stays. The plan was created by the patient, their doctor, and family members to outline what to do during a mental health crisis. Researchers compared 124 patients who used the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Can an app help Moms-to-Be have safer, simpler births?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a personalized online program could help pregnant women with obesity manage their weight gain and improve their birth experience. Over 850 women were randomly assigned to either use the web-based program, which offered diet, exercise, and lifestyle coach…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Shining a light on brain cancer: new surgical treatment tested
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a light-based therapy given during surgery for glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. It aimed to find the safest and most effective dose of light to use alongside standard surgery and chemo-radiation. The goal was to see if this combined approach could bette…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Blood test could cut unneeded drug use in critically ill
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether using specific blood tests (fungal biomarkers) could help doctors safely stop antifungal medication sooner in critically ill ICU patients who started the drugs as a precaution. It involved 110 adult ICU patients who were started on antifungal treatment w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Real-World test: can stronger doses tame stubborn hives?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at how doctors adjust treatment for adults with chronic hives (urticaria) who take the medication omalizumab (Xolair). Researchers followed 163 patients to see how often doctors increased the dose or gave shots more frequently to improve control. The main goal w…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 24, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Needles vs. light: can ancient practice flip unborn babies and avoid surgery?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a gentle, needle-based therapy called acupuncture-moxibustion could help turn breech babies to a head-down position before the final weeks of pregnancy. Researchers compared the real therapy to a fake light treatment in 328 pregnant women to see which wa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:17 UTC
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Life-Saving liver transplants tested for deadly Alcohol-Related liver disease
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether carefully selected patients with severe alcoholic hepatitis who don't respond to medical treatment could safely receive early liver transplants. Researchers compared 284 patients to see if those getting early transplants had similar rates of returning to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:16 UTC
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New weekly treatment tested for elderly blood cancer patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new weekly dosing schedule of a drug called carfilzomib, combined with standard medications, for older adults newly diagnosed with multiple myeloma. The main goals were to find the safest, most effective dose and to see how well the treatment controlled the ca…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:16 UTC
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Military blood product tested to stop trauma patients from bleeding out
Disease control CompletedThis study tested if a freeze-dried version of blood plasma, developed for military use, can help control life-threatening bleeding in civilian trauma patients faster than standard frozen plasma. It involved 42 adults with severe injuries who needed urgent blood transfusions. The…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:16 UTC
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Parasite enzyme tested as potential Crohn's disease treatment
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a protein from a parasite could help control inflammation in people with moderate Crohn's disease. Ten patients received three monthly injections of P28GST to check if it was safe and might prevent the disease from returning after surgery. Researchers mo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 16, 2026 15:27 UTC
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New fluid therapy tested in fight against deadly septic shock
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tested whether infusing sodium lactate, compared to normal saline, could help better manage fluid levels in patients with septic shock. It involved 59 critically ill patients and measured how the treatment affected fluid balance, organ failure, and survival over …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 16, 2026 15:26 UTC
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Could removing excess brain iron slow down ALS?
Disease control CompletedThis small pilot study tested whether a drug called deferiprone, which removes excess iron from the body, is safe and might help slow the progression of ALS. The study involved 23 people with ALS and looked for changes in their symptoms and functional abilities over time. The mai…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 16, 2026 15:24 UTC
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Surgery vs sling: which stops shoulders from popping out again?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether immediate surgery or simple sling immobilization works better to prevent repeat shoulder dislocations in young adults after their first dislocation. Researchers randomly assigned 40 patients aged 18-25 to either surgery to repair torn tissues or wearing …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 13, 2026 15:06 UTC
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Can extra workouts before knee surgery get athletes back in the game faster?
Disease control CompletedThis small, preliminary study looked at whether doing more physical therapy *before* surgery for a torn ACL (a common knee ligament injury) could help athletes recover better afterward. Researchers measured leg muscle strength in 6 adults with recent ACL tears to see if a specifi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 05, 2026 13:59 UTC
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Doctors test quick breath check to stop harmful IV fluids
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether watching how a patient's central blood pressure changes when they take a deep breath can predict if giving them more IV fluids will help their heart pump better. Researchers worked with 68 awake, breathing patients in intensive care who already had speci…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 21:26 UTC
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Heartbeat could warn of epileptic seizures
Diagnosis CompletedThis study aimed to develop a computer algorithm that can automatically detect epileptic seizures by continuously analyzing a person's heart signals (electrocardiogram or ECG). Researchers tested the algorithm using existing recordings from 40 patients with epilepsy who had under…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:43 UTC
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New test could replace painful liver biopsies for millions
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new, non-invasive blood test called the LLIFT to see if it could accurately diagnose fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and its more severe form (NASH). It involved 158 people at high risk for metabolic problems like obesity and diabetes. The goal was to find a simpl…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Heartbeat monitor could give voice to silent suffering
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a simple, non-invasive heart rate monitor (called ANI) to see if it could accurately detect pain and discomfort in patients who are unable to communicate, such as those receiving end-of-life palliative care. Researchers compared the monitor's readings to pain as…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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New test aims to end diagnostic odyssey for rare disease families
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new strategy to diagnose rare genetic conditions called peroxisomal disorders more quickly and accurately. It involved 8 patients, both children and adults, who showed symptoms or had family history of these diseases. The approach used a broader set of initial…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Rapid test aims to beat slow germ cultures in ICU
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested if using a faster diagnostic machine (Unyvero®) could help doctors choose the correct, targeted antibiotic for pneumonia patients in the ICU more quickly. Currently, doctors often have to wait days for lab results, leading to initial treatment with broad-spectru…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:35 UTC
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New Pocket-Sized device could help doctors diagnose foot problems faster
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a small, handheld device could reliably measure the strength of a key foot muscle. Researchers compared measurements from this portable tool against a large, specialized lab machine, which is considered the best method. They tested 46 healthy adults to s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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New brain scan combo could pinpoint seizure source for surgery
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether combining two brain scan techniques (EEG and fMRI) helps doctors more accurately locate the area causing seizures in people with hard-to-treat focal epilepsy. The goal was to see if this combined scan could improve decisions about who is a good candidate…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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New ultrasound helps surgeons see better during endometriosis operations
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether using a special vaginal ultrasound during surgery helps surgeons make better decisions. It involved 10 patients with endometriosis affecting the rectum who were scheduled for a specific surgical procedure. The goal was to see if the live ultrasound image…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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Liver scan could help doctors give the right amount of IV fluids
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a specific ultrasound method to help doctors decide if a patient needs more IV fluids after major heart surgery. Researchers compared a standard scan under the ribs to a different scan through the liver area, which is often easier to do after surgery. The goal w…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Simple scan could catch dangerous Post-Surgery lung problems early
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested if a simple, bedside lung ultrasound scan could spot breathing problems early in patients recovering from esophageal cancer surgery. Researchers followed 274 patients to see if the scan, done right after waking up from surgery, was better than standard methods a…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:17 UTC
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Silent suffering? new device aims to detect pain in sedated kids
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a medical device called the ANI monitor to see if it could accurately measure pain in sedated and ventilated children in the pediatric intensive care unit. Researchers enrolled 50 children to see if the device's readings matched up with standard behavioral pain …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:16 UTC
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New wireless patch aims to track Baby's health during birth
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new wireless patch placed on a mother's belly during labor. The goal was to see if it could accurately measure the baby's heart rate and the mother's contractions, comparing it to the standard hospital monitor. It involved 60 women in labor with single, head-d…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 03, 2026 14:06 UTC
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Saving eggs before surgery: new hope for women with recurring ovarian cysts
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether egg freezing could help preserve fertility in women with recurring benign ovarian cysts. Researchers enrolled 82 women at risk of infertility from multiple cyst surgeries to see how many healthy eggs could be collected and frozen. The goal was to prevent…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC
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Early infection treatment tested to stop premature births
Prevention CompletedThis large study tested whether treating a common vaginal infection (bacterial vaginosis) early in pregnancy could prevent premature birth and late miscarriage. Over 3,100 pregnant women were randomly assigned to receive either an antibiotic (clindamycin) or a placebo. The goal w…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:30 UTC
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New ICU tube aims to stop deadly leaks into lungs
Prevention CompletedThis study tested if a specially shaped breathing tube cuff could better seal the airway and reduce the leakage of stomach and mouth fluids into the lungs of critically ill patients on ventilators. The goal was to see if this new design could help prevent ventilator-associated pn…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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Home test kit could help more women get screened for cervical cancer
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether offering an at-home HPV self-sampling kit could help more women get screened for cervical cancer. It focused on women aged 30-65 in France who had not been screened in over three years. Family doctors either offered the usual Pap test or gave women the o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:16 UTC
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Can a computer program ease your anxiety as well as a therapist?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a 5-week stress management program works better when delivered by computer or in-person with a therapist. It involved 120 adults diagnosed with adjustment disorder and anxiety. Researchers compared both approaches to see which was more effective at reduc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Can learning about pain biology ease chronic back suffering?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether teaching patients about the biology of pain, combined with rehabilitation, works better than traditional back education for reducing disability from chronic low back pain. Researchers compared these two educational approaches in 88 adults who had experie…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Can learning to manage emotions help cancer survivors feel better?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a special training program could help cancer survivors improve their emotional skills. People who had finished treatment for stomach or lung cancer were randomly assigned to either learn emotional skills or practice relaxation techniques. Researchers mea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Can a simple diary heal the hidden wounds of surviving death?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether keeping a diary in the intensive care unit (ICU) could help prevent post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in patients who survived a sudden cardiac arrest and their family members. Researchers compared a group of patients who received the diary to a grou…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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High-Tech hypnosis mask aims to ease painful prostate exams
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a new medical device called 'Hypnos-Pro' to see if it could reduce pain and anxiety for men undergoing prostate biopsies. The device is a mask with lights and headphones designed to help patients enter a relaxed, hypnotic state during the procedure. Researchers …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC
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Could a simple sleeve help kids with cerebral palsy use their arms better?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether wearing a special, tight-fitting sleeve on the arm for six months could help children with cerebral palsy use their affected hand and arm more effectively. Researchers enrolled 101 children aged 5 to 10 years old to see if the sleeve improved their abili…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:30 UTC
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New program aims to get Parkinson's patients moving
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a special education program could help people in the early stages of Parkinson's disease become more physically active in their daily lives. Researchers compared 89 patients who received the program to those on a waiting list, measuring their activity le…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:30 UTC
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Phone app aims to ease pain and boost mood after tough cancer surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a digital platform could help patients recover after major surgery for throat or esophageal cancer. It aimed to improve quality of life, reduce pain, and prevent complications through personalized exercise and support programs. The main goal was to see i…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:29 UTC
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Brain zaps target stubborn hallucinations in schizophrenia
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique could help people with schizophrenia who experience persistent hallucinations that don't respond to medication. Researchers used detailed MRI brain scans to precisely target the stimulation, hoping this approach…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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Robot anesthesiologist? computer tries its hand at pain control
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a new computer system designed to automatically give patients a strong painkiller (remifentanil) during surgery. The system used the patient's heart rate, blood pressure, and a special pain index to decide when to give the drug. Researchers wanted to see if this…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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Beauty therapy tested to soothe fears of isolated cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether relaxing aesthetic care sessions could help patients feel better during difficult hospital stays. It involved 70 adults with acute leukemia or receiving a stem cell transplant, who had to stay in a protected isolation room for weeks. Researchers used que…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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Brain training plus ADHD pill tested to sharpen aging minds
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a low dose of a medication used for ADHD (methylphenidate), when combined with 6 weeks of computerized brain training, could improve thinking skills and simulated driving performance in healthy older adults. The goal was to see if this combined approach …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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Study aims to send kidney surgery patients home sooner
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a special recovery program designed to help patients go home faster after minimally invasive kidney cancer surgery. The program included detailed patient education, reduced pain medication use, and encouraged eating, drinking, and moving soon after the operation…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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Numbing shot tested to ease sinus surgery pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested if injecting a numbing medicine (ropivacaine) into the nose at the end of sinus surgery helps reduce pain afterward. It was a Phase 3 trial involving 184 patients who had surgery for chronic sinus problems. Researchers compared the injection to a placebo (saltwa…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Calming nose spray for scared kids before surgery?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a nasal spray containing the drug clonidine could safely reduce anxiety in young children before minor surgery. It compared the spray to a placebo (a spray with no medicine) in 90 children aged 1 to 5 years old. The main goal was to see if children who r…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Can a month of exercise ease debilitating muscle disease?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a personalized, 4-week exercise program could improve daily function and quality of life for people with dermatomyositis or polymyositis. 80 adults with stable muscle weakness were randomly assigned to either receive the exercise program or continue with…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC
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New approach to liver surgery pain could reduce opioid use
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two alternative pain management methods for patients recovering from liver surgery. Researchers compared continuous local anesthetic injection near the surgical site with continuous spinal pain relief to see which better reduces morphine use after surgery. The t…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:15 UTC
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Hypnosis tested to calm anxiety in High-Risk pregnancies
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether hypnosis sessions could help reduce anxiety for pregnant women experiencing early water breaking (PPROM). Researchers compared two sessions of hypnosis support against usual care in 60 participants. They also examined how this stressful pregnancy comp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 19, 2026 14:55 UTC
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Mind over pain: hypnosis trial offers hope for Parkinson's sufferers
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether Ericksonian hypnosis could help reduce chronic pain in people with Parkinson's disease. Thirty-three participants were divided into two groups: one received a two-month hypnosis program, while the other received standard care. Researchers measured change…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 18, 2026 18:25 UTC
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New approach to ease IVF pain shows promise
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a new pain management protocol could better help women undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF). Researchers compared 206 patients using the new approach to data from previous patients to see if it reduced pain during treatment. The study focused particul…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 18, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Mind over needles: can hypnosis ease painful medical tests?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether medical hypnosis could help patients feel less pain and anxiety during a common nerve and muscle function test called an ENMG. Researchers compared patients who received hypnosis during the test to those who received standard care. The goal was to see if…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 17, 2026 13:09 UTC
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Hypnosis trial aims to calm hospital anxiety
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a medical hypnosis technique could help reduce stress and improve the hospital experience for patients with chronic diseases. Researchers compared a group that received a hypnosis session focused on creating a 'safe place' with a group that received no s…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 10, 2026 12:54 UTC
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Fast-Acting depression relief tested for patients in palliative care
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether adding the drug ketamine to a standard antidepressant could help control depression symptoms faster in patients with serious, progressive illnesses who are receiving palliative care. It involved 42 hospitalized patients with moderate-to-severe depression…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 04, 2026 15:29 UTC
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Liver surgery patients monitored for painkiller safety
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how the body processes the common pain medication paracetamol (acetaminophen) after major liver surgery. Researchers followed 90 patients who had liver operations, measuring drug levels in their blood for five days after surgery. The goal was to lea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Doctors scan knees to see how ACL surgery really heals
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study used MRI scans to look at how knee surgery for torn ACL ligaments heals over time. Researchers followed 24 patients for more than a year after their ACL reconstruction surgery. They specifically examined whether the bone tunnels created during surgery widened and how t…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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French study links early detection to better vision in childhood glaucoma
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 250 young children in France with congenital glaucoma to understand how the timing of diagnosis affects their vision. Researchers tracked the children's eye pressure and vision over time to see if finding the condition earlier leads to better long-term eyesigh…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Brain scans reveal how Parkinson's affects speech and movement
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how Parkinson's disease affects speech, movement, and brain function over time. Researchers followed 29 Parkinson's patients and compared them to healthy volunteers using brain scans, speech assessments, and movement tests. The goal was to map brain…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Scientists probe blood cells for clues to scleroderma scarring
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand if a type of white blood cell called an eosinophil plays a role in causing the scarring (fibrosis) seen in scleroderma. Researchers compared blood and skin samples from 70 people, including scleroderma patients and healthy volunteers. The goal was t…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Teen lifestyle choices cast long shadow on adult heart risk
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed up with 72 young adults who were part of a large European health survey as teenagers 10 years ago. Researchers aimed to understand how diet, physical activity, and other lifestyle factors during adolescence influence the risk of developing heart problems in ea…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Scientists test air for COVID during surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how COVID-19 might spread through the air during abdominal surgery. Researchers tested air and surfaces in operating rooms where COVID-positive patients underwent surgery. The goal was to gather evidence to create better safety guidelines for surgic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Scientists create a test to measure happiness on the job
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to test and validate a new questionnaire called the 'Serenat' scale, which measures well-being at work. Researchers gave the 20-question survey to 226 working adults, including a group with mental health conditions, to see if it was a reliable tool. The goal was …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Researchers track deadly lung complication in scleroderma patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how a severe lung complication, called diffuse infiltrating pneumonia, changes over time in people with systemic sclerosis (scleroderma). Researchers followed 56 patients for two years, measuring their lung function to see how it declined. The goal …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Scientists map how nerve damage affects walking patterns
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how different types of nerve damage affect walking and balance. Researchers compared 67 people with hereditary nerve disorders to those with recently acquired nerve damage. They used motion-capture technology and balance tests to measure differences…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Can new asthma drugs help you work better?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether newer biologic drugs for severe asthma help people be more productive at work. Researchers followed 174 employed adults with severe asthma for 6 months after starting a biologic treatment. The main goal was to see if their ability to work effectively …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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Simple blood test may spot hidden heart risks in kids with growth issues
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to see if a substance in the blood called ADMA could be a simple way to check for early blood vessel problems in children. It involved 23 children with growth hormone deficiency or who were born small, comparing them to healthy children. Researchers measured ADMA…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Mapping the path to despair: study traces teen suicide triggers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand what life events lead teenagers to attempt suicide. Researchers followed 39 young people aged 15-24 who had recently attempted suicide, comparing them to peers without suicidal thoughts. They tracked stressful life events over a year to identify pat…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Doctors study when to pull back powerful Fungus-Fighting drugs
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study observed how often doctors reduced or stopped antifungal medications in critically ill patients with weakened immune systems who were suspected of having a serious yeast infection. Researchers tracked 275 patients across 14 intensive care units to see if this 'de-escal…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Scientists hunt for blood clue to predict Cancer's next move
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to find a better way to predict how aggressive colorectal cancer might be. Researchers measured levels of a protein called tissue factor in the blood of 26 adults before and after cancer surgery. They wanted to see if this protein level could indicate the cancer'…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Blood test clues could flag future COVID-19 crises
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to find simple blood markers that could predict which patients arriving at the emergency room with suspected COVID-19 would later get much worse. Researchers followed 373 patients to see if standard blood test results, taken early, could forecast who might need i…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:35 UTC
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Doctors test if a small shock can predict surgery pain
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested if a special pain monitor could predict how a patient's body would react when a breathing tube was placed. Researchers gave 60 surgery patients a small, controlled electric shock while they were under anesthesia and watched their monitor readings. They then chec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:35 UTC
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Doctors use brain scans to predict vision damage
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to see if a special type of MRI scan, taken soon after a person has an episode of optic neuritis, can predict how much vision they might lose a year later. Researchers followed 46 people who had a recent first-time attack of optic neuritis. They compared the size…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC
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Why do cancer patients wait? study uncovers hidden delays
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand why people with stomach or esophageal cancer sometimes wait to see a doctor after their first symptoms appear. Researchers surveyed 258 patients in France to learn if personal feelings, thoughts, or social factors influenced this delay. The goal is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC
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Researchers ask: how do mouth problems affect daily life for IBD patients?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how oral health issues like gum disease, cavities, and tooth loss affect the daily life and well-being of people with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. Researchers compared survey responses from 138 adults with IBD to people without IBD. The go…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC
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X-Ray study maps mysterious calcium buildup in scleroderma
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how common painful skin calcium deposits are in people with systemic sclerosis (scleroderma). Researchers used hand and foot X-rays to check 214 patients for these deposits. They also investigated whether having these calcium deposits is linked to d…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC
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Teeth tell a tale: researchers hunt for Crohn's disease clues in dental metals
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand if environmental factors, like exposure to metals, might be linked to why some areas have more cases of Crohn's disease than others. Researchers compared the chemical makeup of teeth from 14 adults living in high-incidence and low-incidence areas of…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC
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Scientists map the genetic blueprint of a rare immune disorder
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to better understand APECED syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that causes multiple autoimmune problems. Researchers analyzed 29 French patients to see how different gene mutations relate to the specific symptoms and antibody patterns they develop. The goal was to…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC
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Scientists trace Painkiller's path to unborn babies
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how a strong pain medication moves between a pregnant person and their fetus. It involved eight people undergoing pregnancy termination due to severe fetal malformations after 24 weeks. Researchers injected the medication into the amniotic fluid and…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC
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Morning vs. afternoon surgery: does timing protect your heart?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study investigated whether having heart surgery in the morning or afternoon affects how well heart muscle tolerates changes in blood flow. Researchers examined small heart tissue samples from 88 patients undergoing scheduled heart surgery. The goal was to understand if time …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC
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Scientists track how well COVID shots protect our elders
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study measured how the immune systems of elderly people living in care homes responded to the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine compared to younger, healthy adults. Researchers tracked antibody levels and specific immune cells at 3 and 9 months after vaccination in 264 participants. T…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:31 UTC
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Scientists hunt for clues to spot rare blood disease
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to find new, easier-to-use markers in the blood to help doctors diagnose hypereosinophilic syndrome (HES), a rare disorder where the body makes too many of a certain type of white blood cell. Researchers analyzed blood proteins from 41 people with HES to look for…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:31 UTC
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Scientists shine light on back pain mystery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand why people with chronic low back pain get tired so quickly. Researchers measured oxygen levels in back muscles during exercise in 33 people with and without back pain. The goal was to see if a rehabilitation program could improve how the muscles use…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:30 UTC
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Scientists track Anorexia's hidden toll on bones for six years
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand why people with anorexia nervosa often lose bone density and develop osteoporosis. Researchers followed 180 patients with anorexia for up to 6 years, measuring their bone density every two years. They checked blood and urine for specific hormones fr…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:29 UTC
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Do kids move more if they know They're being watched?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested if telling children and teens that a device they wore tracked their physical activity changed how active they were. Eighty healthy participants aged 10-18 were split into two groups: one was told the device measured activity, and the other was not. Researchers c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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New test aims to predict which lung cancer patients will benefit from combo therapy
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new lab analysis using six markers from a patient's tumor sample. The goal was to see if this test could predict, before treatment starts, which patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer would respond well to a combination of immunotherapy (pembrolizum…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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Scientists put healthy people in High-Pressure oxygen chambers to study blood flow
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how high-pressure oxygen therapy affects the body's smallest blood vessels, called microcirculation. Researchers exposed 15 healthy volunteers to different oxygen levels and air pressures inside a special chamber. They measured blood flow changes to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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Researchers test memory and attention in people hospitalized for suicidal thoughts
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand if people experiencing a suicidal crisis have changes in their thinking skills, like memory and attention. Researchers gave a short paper-and-pencil test to 140 adults hospitalized for suicidal thoughts or a recent suicide attempt. The goal was to s…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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Scientists probe how PTSD warps future feelings
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study investigated whether people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have difficulty predicting their own emotional reactions to future events. Researchers compared 97 participants across three groups: those with PTSD, those exposed to trauma without PTSD, and health…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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Coffee's hidden link to brain disease?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study investigated whether caffeine consumption affects how Huntington's disease progresses in people who carry the gene but don't yet show clear symptoms. Researchers followed 77 adults with the Huntington's gene mutation, measuring brain changes, movement, thinking skills,…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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Life-Support machines cause mysterious bleeding: researchers hunt for clues
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand why serious bleeding occurs in up to half of patients on ECMO, a machine that supports heart and lung function. Researchers followed 257 emergency patients to see if bleeding was linked to problems with a blood-clotting protein called Von Willebrand…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Scientists search for hidden clues to why diabetic moms have bigger babies
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand why babies born to mothers with diabetes are often larger, even when blood sugar is well-controlled. Researchers followed 186 pregnant women, including those with type 1 or type 2 diabetes and those without, to see if specific fats in the mother's a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Researchers track intimate side effects of breast cancer therapy
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how breast cancer treatments affect patients' sexual health and quality of life over time. Researchers followed 25 women with non-metastatic breast cancer for one year after starting chemotherapy. They used repeated anonymous questionnaires to track…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Scientists search for the hidden link that makes PCOS run in families
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand why polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) often runs in families. Researchers followed 58 pregnant women, some with PCOS and some without, to measure hormone levels in their blood and placentas. They specifically looked at a hormone called AMH to see if …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:09 UTC
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Researchers watch early MS closely to predict future
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to develop better tools for tracking nerve damage in people showing early signs of multiple sclerosis (MS). Researchers followed 134 patients who had experienced a single neurological episode to see how their condition changed over time. They used eye scans and b…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC
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Researchers probe hormone link in scarring disease
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how common high levels of a hormone called prolactin are in people with systemic scleroderma, a disease that causes hardening and scarring of skin and internal organs. Researchers compared 71 scleroderma patients to healthy volunteers to see if high…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC
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Scientists probe immune cells to unlock Scleroderma's scarring secrets
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how a type of immune cell, called B lymphocytes, might contribute to the scarring (fibrosis) seen in systemic sclerosis (scleroderma). Researchers compared cells from 71 people, including patients and healthy volunteers, to see how patient B cells i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC
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New device could help doctors spot dangerous bleeding after birth
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to establish normal measurement ranges for a bedside blood clotting device used during pregnancy and after delivery. Researchers measured 31 healthy pregnant women to understand what typical clotting looks like when there is no bleeding problem. The goal is to us…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC
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Scientists track Parkinson's progression by watching how patients walk at home
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to find better ways to measure how Parkinson's disease changes over time. Researchers tracked 83 people with Parkinson's and related conditions by having them wear special insoles that recorded their walking patterns at home for 10 days. They compared these walki…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC
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Scientists probe stress hormone link to rare metabolic disease
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand if changes in how the body processes the stress hormone cortisol are involved in Familial Partial Lipodystrophy Type 2 (FPL2), a rare genetic disorder that affects where fat is stored and causes serious metabolic problems. Researchers enrolled 25 ad…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 24, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Hospital hunts for clues to predict which COVID patients will die
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to find out which factors can predict if a hospitalized COVID-19 patient will die within 28 days. Researchers at Lille University Hospital in France collected detailed medical information from 757 adult patients treated for suspected or confirmed COVID-19. By ana…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 24, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Researchers probe why some kids get worse cavities
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand why some young children develop more severe cavities than others. Researchers examined 298 children under age 6 with early tooth decay and surveyed their parents about family habits, knowledge, and background. The goal was to identify different prof…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 24, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Scientists probe why muscles struggle for oxygen in rare diseases
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how muscles use oxygen during exercise in people with different neuromuscular diseases, compared to healthy people. Seventeen participants performed a leg exercise while researchers measured oxygen levels in their muscles using a special light-based…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:19 UTC
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Scientists check frozen ovaries for hidden leukemia
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis small study aimed to see if traces of leukemia could still be found in frozen pieces of ovary taken from young women with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who were in remission. The goal was to gather information about the safety of this fertility preservation method. Researcher…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:18 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden causes of Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to discover what makes someone more likely to develop Parkinson's disease. Researchers compared over 2,200 people, including those with Parkinson's, other brain conditions, and healthy individuals. They looked for links between genes, lifestyle, environment, and …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 20, 2026 14:48 UTC
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Scientists probe genetic link to unexplained lung damage
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to find out how often people with a specific FLNA gene mutation develop emphysema, a serious lung condition. Eight participants with the mutation underwent lung scans and breathing tests. The goal was to gather evidence to confirm if this genetic mutation is link…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 20, 2026 14:47 UTC
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Five-Year hunt for clues: why some stroke survivors develop dementia while others Don't
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to identify what factors make someone more or less likely to develop dementia after having a stroke. Researchers followed 229 stroke patients for five years, regularly checking their memory, thinking skills, and brain health with scans and tests. By comparing pat…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 20, 2026 14:47 UTC
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Scientists hunt for Age-Specific clues in Crohn's disease gut
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand if Crohn's disease is different in people who develop it as children versus older adults by comparing their gut bacteria. Researchers analyzed stool samples from 214 participants, including patients and healthy controls, to look for patterns linked …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 19, 2026 14:56 UTC
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Scientists probe Fat-Bone connection in osteoporosis
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how secretions from fat cells might contribute to bone loss in osteoporosis. Researchers collected bone cells from 20 adults undergoing hip replacement surgery and exposed them to fat cell secretions in the lab. They measured how these secretions ch…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 19, 2026 14:55 UTC
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Researchers probe hidden fungal threat in critically ill patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to find out how often a serious fungal lung infection occurs in critically ill patients on breathing machines who develop suspected pneumonia. Researchers tested fluid from the lungs of 263 adult ICU patients to check for the fungus. The goal was to gather better…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 18, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Scientists examine old baby biopsies to unlock birth defect clues
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how long-term storage affects tissue samples used for research on esophageal atresia, a birth defect where the esophagus doesn't form properly. Researchers compared the molecular signatures of tissue samples taken from six babies during their initia…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 16, 2026 15:25 UTC
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Scientists probe hidden Fat's role in worsening arthritis
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how different types of body fat might contribute to knee osteoarthritis. Researchers compared fat from inside the bone marrow to fat from under the skin in 45 postmenopausal women who were having knee replacement surgery. The goal was to see if bone…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 16, 2026 15:25 UTC
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Doctors test best way to monitor critically ill heart patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand if different methods of checking blood oxygen levels give the same results for patients on a life-support machine called ECMO. Researchers compared measurements taken from three different places in the body of 48 patients with severe heart failure. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 12, 2026 13:52 UTC
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Five-Year hunt for clues to deadly breathing decline in muscle disease
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 113 adults with myotonic dystrophy for five years to understand why some develop serious breathing problems. Researchers tracked changes in breathing tests, sleepiness, fatigue, and thinking skills to identify early warning signs. The goal was to learn which p…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 11, 2026 14:54 UTC
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Does ADHD make staying sober harder? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand if having ADHD affects a person's chances of relapsing on alcohol after completing a detox program. Researchers followed 113 people with alcohol dependence for 12 weeks after detox. They carefully diagnosed ADHD and tracked who returned to drinking …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 09, 2026 14:23 UTC
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French study tracks hidden dangers for kids with nut allergies
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how often children with peanut or tree nut allergies have accidental reactions in daily life. Researchers followed 147 French children with these allergies to track the frequency and severity of reactions. The goal was to identify what factors might…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 04, 2026 15:29 UTC
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Scientists scan brains to unlock PCOS mystery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how the brain is involved in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Researchers used MRI brain scans to compare 52 young women with PCOS to healthy volunteers, both before and after starting hormonal birth control. The goal was to see if changes in the b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Feb 27, 2026 15:17 UTC
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Can a monitor 'See' pain in sleeping kids?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested if a special monitor, which measures a 'nociception level' (NoL), works the same way in children as it does in adults. Researchers used small, controlled electrical stimulations on 30 children aged 5-12 who were under general anesthesia for elective surgery. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Feb 27, 2026 15:05 UTC