University Hospital Muenster
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospital Muenster, explained in plain language.
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Intensive talk therapy boosts speech after stroke, study finds
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether 3 weeks of intensive language therapy (at least 2 hours daily, 5 days a week) helps people with long-term aphasia after a stroke communicate better in everyday situations. 156 participants with aphasia for at least 6 months were assigned to either immedi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Muenster • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Do antibiotic-coated nails prevent infections in broken legs? a new study looks back at 15 years of data.
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked back at medical records of 397 patients who had surgery for a broken shinbone (tibia) using either an antibiotic-coated or a standard uncoated titanium nail. The goal was to see if the coated nail reduced infections and improved bone healing. Researchers also ch…
Sponsor: University Hospital Muenster • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Rib fracture surgery: does age matter more than injury severity?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at over 1,000 patients with multiple rib fractures to see how age and injury severity affect hospital outcomes after surgical repair. Researchers compared those who had surgery with those who did not, tracking deaths, time on a ventilator, and length of hospital…
Sponsor: University Hospital Muenster • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Liver biopsy showdown: EUS or needle – patients decide!
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study compared how patients feel about two ways to take a small sample of liver tissue: one using a needle through the skin (percutaneous) and another using a thin tube through the mouth (EUS-guided). 102 adults with chronic liver disease were randomly assigned to one method…
Sponsor: University Hospital Muenster • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Can a simple questionnaire improve spiritual care for the dying?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether using a Spiritual Needs Questionnaire helps identify and address the spiritual needs of patients in palliative care. About 100 patients with cancer, heart failure, COPD, or ALS took part. The goal was to see if this approach is practical and beneficia…
Sponsor: University Hospital Muenster • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC