University Hospital, Limoges
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospital, Limoges, explained in plain language.
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One pill a day: could simpler dosing transform life after liver transplant?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving immunosuppressive drugs as a single daily dose after liver transplant works as well as the standard twice-daily regimen. About 162 adult liver transplant recipients will be randomly assigned to once-daily or twice-daily dosing. The goal is to see i…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:47 UTC
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ER nurses to check tiny blood vessels in sepsis patients to prevent worsening
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether nurses measuring blood flow in tiny vessels (microcirculation) can help treat sepsis patients earlier in the emergency room. Sepsis is a serious infection that can quickly get worse, even when standard vital signs look normal. The study will include 55…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:34 UTC
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New hope for ICU patients: drug may stop deadly secondary infections
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests if a drug called Interferon gamma can prevent new infections in intensive care unit (ICU) patients whose immune systems are weakened. About 326 adults who have been in the ICU for at least a week will receive either the drug or a placebo. The goal is to see if th…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:45 UTC
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New program aims to stop repeat falls in seniors with dementia
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a special home-based program (COTID) for people aged 75+ with dementia who were hospitalized after a fall. The program involves an occupational therapist making home safety changes and training a family caregiver to provide support. Researchers will track whether…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New study tests safer pain control for gallbladder surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two drugs used during gallbladder surgery to see which one helps patients recover better with fewer side effects. One drug, sufentanil, is a common morphine-like painkiller that can cause nausea, confusion, and itching. The other, esmolol, is a heart medicatio…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 15:58 UTC
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Scientists hunt for blood test to spot kidney disease without needle biopsy
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at a kidney disease called IgA nephropathy, which can lead to kidney failure. Researchers want to find special markers in the blood that could help diagnose the disease without needing a kidney biopsy. They will study 150 adults who need a kidney biopsy as part o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:47 UTC
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Scientists Fine-Tune eye drops made from Patients' own blood
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how filtering affects the key ingredients in eye drops made from a patient's own blood (autologous serum) for severe dry eye disease. Ten adults with dry eye that hasn't improved with standard treatments will provide blood samples. Researchers will measure lev…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:37 UTC
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Kidney disease watch: Largest-Ever study tracks 1,180 kids
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a large group of children with idiopathic nephrotic syndrome, a rare kidney disease. Researchers will collect information on their health, treatments, and side effects over time. The goal is to better understand the disease and make it easier to run future …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:35 UTC
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French experts study advanced colon polyp removal technique
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting information from French medical centers that specialize in a precise colon procedure called endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD). The goal is to see how well it removes large colon growths and to track any complications or recurrences. About 1,200 peopl…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:30 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genetic clues to why hepatitis b becomes chronic
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at genetic changes in natural killer (NK) and B cells—key immune cells—in people with chronic hepatitis B. Researchers want to understand why the immune system fails to clear the virus. About 140 adults with or without hepatitis B will provide blood samples for g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC