University Hospital, Lille
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospital, Lille, explained in plain language.
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Which Weight-Loss surgery works best? major trial launched
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two weight-loss surgeries for people with severe obesity: sleeve gastrectomy with transit bipartition (SG+TB) and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB). About 320 adults will be followed for two years to see which surgery leads to more weight loss and fewer side eff…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:32 UTC
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New hope for elderly myeloma patients: easier treatment without transplant
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding daratumumab (given as a shot under the skin) to the standard drug lenalidomide helps frail older adults with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma live longer without their cancer getting worse. About 294 participants aged 65 and older who cannot have a…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:03 UTC
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Arm muscle may replace liver for insulin cell transplants
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether transplanting insulin-producing cells into the arm muscle can prevent diabetes after partial or full pancreas removal. About 35 adults with non-cancerous pancreas conditions will receive their own islet cells injected into one arm. The goal is to see if t…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 08, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Heart valve showdown: which TAVI design saves more lives?
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two types of replacement heart valves used in a procedure called TAVI for people with a narrowed aortic valve. About 1,960 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either a balloon-expandable or self-expanding valve. The goal is to see which design le…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:51 UTC
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Personalized care shows promise in fighting childhood obesity
Prevention OngoingThis study tests a 2-year personalized program to help overweight children aged 6-10 avoid obesity. The program includes education and support tailored to each child's needs. Researchers will measure changes in BMI and compare results to a group of children who did not receive th…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:27 UTC
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New nerve block technique aims to cut opioid use after spine surgery
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a nerve block called erector spinae plane block (ESPB) can reduce the need for morphine after minimally invasive spinal fracture surgery. 86 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either the nerve block or a placebo. The main goal is to see if the bl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC
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Asthma drug may boost daily steps in severe cases
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tracks 62 adults with severe eosinophilic asthma to see if 6 months of mepolizumab treatment improves their daily physical activity and exercise tolerance. The main measure is the number of steps taken each day. Researchers want to learn if the drug not only reduces as…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:00 UTC
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Scleroderma clue hunt halted before it began
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study planned to collect extra blood and urine samples from people with scleroderma during their regular checkups. Researchers wanted to find biological markers that could predict if the disease would get worse over the next 10 years. The study was withdrawn before any parti…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:29 UTC
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Stiff arteries after heart attack? study aims to predict who will develop heart failure
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at 2000 people who had a heart attack to see if measuring the stiffness of their blood vessels one month later can help predict future problems like heart failure, another heart attack, or stroke. Participants are enrolled within 48 hours of their heart attack an…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:28 UTC
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Rapid test may speed up right antibiotics for pneumonia in vulnerable ICU patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether a rapid PCR test can help doctors choose the right antibiotics sooner for immunocompromised patients in the ICU who have pneumonia. Standard lab tests take days, so patients often get broad-spectrum antibiotics that may not be ideal. The goal is to see if…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:27 UTC
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Pain study pulled before it even started
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study was designed to collect information about pain in people having orthopedic, chest, or gynecological surgery. Researchers planned to use questionnaires to understand pain and find out who might be at risk for long-term pain. However, the study was withdrawn before any p…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:25 UTC
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1,000 seniors tracked after falls to uncover hidden risks
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 1,000 older adults (65+) who have fallen and were assessed at a special hospital clinic in France. Researchers will combine medical records with national health data to identify factors that lead to unplanned hospital stays. The goal is to better understand fal…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC
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App-Based study aims to predict rare, Life-Threatening swelling attacks
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aims to understand the patterns of swelling attacks in people with bradykinin-mediated angioedema, a rare condition that causes sudden, sometimes life-threatening swelling. Participants will use a smartphone app daily to report if they have an attack and what happened …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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New study aims to uncover hidden delays in breast cancer treatment
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study involves 500 women in northern France diagnosed with invasive breast cancer in 2024. Researchers want to understand why some women wait longer between noticing a symptom and starting treatment. Participants fill out a one-time questionnaire about their feelings, behavi…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Scientists probe asthma attacks in toddlers to uncover hidden clues
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study examines inflammation in preschool children (ages 1 to 5) hospitalized for a severe asthma attack. Researchers compare different wheezing patterns to see if the type of inflammation varies. The goal is to better understand these patterns and how they affect the child's…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Study on quarantine's mental toll on psychiatric patients pulled before it began
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study planned to check how the COVID-19 quarantine affected the mental health of people already being treated by a psychiatrist. Researchers wanted to measure symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other mental health issues during quarantine and a few months …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:03 UTC
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Real-World check: do new biologics really help severe nasal polyps?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 100 adults with severe chronic sinusitis and nasal polyps who are starting biologic treatments. Researchers will track how these drugs affect quality of life, symptoms like nasal blockage and smell loss, and any side effects over six months. The goal is to see …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:00 UTC