University Hospital Plymouth Nhs Trust
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospital Plymouth Nhs Trust, explained in plain language.
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New registry aims to clarify best use of Clot-Sucking catheter for lung blood clots
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is tracking 2000 patients with moderate to severe pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the lungs) who undergo a procedure called computer-aided vacuum thrombectomy, where a special tube sucks out the clot. Researchers want to see how well the procedure works and what com…
Sponsor: University Hospital Plymouth NHS Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Massive study aims to end debate on spleen injury treatment
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks back at 8000 trauma patients with spleen injuries to figure out the best treatment approach. Researchers want to compare surgery (splenectomy) with a less invasive procedure (embolisation) and see what works best for different injury grades. The goal is to improv…
Sponsor: University Hospital Plymouth NHS Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC