University Hospital, Toulouse
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospital, Toulouse, explained in plain language.
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New 'Growing' spinal rod could spare kids from repeat surgeries
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a new, motorized spinal rod for children aged 4-10 with severe, early-onset scoliosis. The device is designed to correct the spinal curve and then gradually lengthen as the child grows, all without needing repeat surgeries. The goal is to see if this new app…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 24, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Hidden eating disorders may undermine High-Tech diabetes treatment
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to understand how common eating disorders are in people with type 1 diabetes who are starting to use an automated insulin pump. Researchers will follow 100 patients to see if having an eating disorder makes it harder for the new pump technology to control their bl…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 00:41 UTC
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Scientists probe hidden triggers of sickle cell pain crises
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to better understand how inflammation and blood clotting interact during painful episodes (vaso-occlusive crises) in adults with sickle cell disease. Researchers will collect blood samples from 25 hospitalized patients during their pain crisis, while they're in cr…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:30 UTC