University Hospital Ostrava
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospital Ostrava, explained in plain language.
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Can less be more? new study tests safer blood thinner doses for ECMO patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether giving lower doses of two blood thinners (argatroban and enoxaparin) to adults on ECMO (a machine that helps the heart and lungs) is safe and works well. The goal is to reduce bleeding and clotting problems. About 200 people with pneumonia or heart fai…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital Ostrava • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Could a pacemaker for the pelvis end double incontinence?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a device that sends mild electrical pulses to the sacral nerve can help people who have both fecal and urinary incontinence at the same time. The device is already approved for each condition separately. Thirty adult women will try the treatment and re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Ostrava • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Oxygen therapy could be new weapon against chronic pain
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber (hyperbaric oxygen therapy) can help people with severe Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). Researchers will measure pain levels, wrist movement, and daily function in 60 adults with CRPS. The goal is to s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Ostrava • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New combo aims to stop kids' post-surgery vomiting
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether giving a steroid (dexamethasone) along with special brain monitoring can lower the chance of nausea and vomiting in children after ear-nose-throat surgery. About 1,500 children aged 2 to 8 will take part. The goal is to make recovery smoother and more …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Ostrava • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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New study aims to unravel swallowing mysteries in reflux patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will use a special test called high-resolution manometry with impedance to closely examine how the throat and esophagus work during swallowing in 160 adults with swallowing difficulties or suspected extraesophageal reflux. Participants will also undergo 24-hour pH moni…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Ostrava • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC