University Hospital, Toulouse
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospital, Toulouse, explained in plain language.
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New motorized spine rod could help kids with severe scoliosis avoid repeated surgeries
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new motorized rod that can be implanted in the spine to correct severe scoliosis in children aged 4 to 10. The rod can be lengthened from outside the body, which may reduce the need for frequent surgeries. The goal is to see if the device is safe and works well…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:53 UTC
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Swallowing study pulled before it began: remote monitoring idea never tested
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to see if monthly video calls could help track swallowing issues in people who had intensive rehab after throat cancer treatment. It planned to enroll adults with chronic swallowing problems and check if they could attend at least 3 out of 5 remote sessions. Howe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:52 UTC
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Hidden eating disorders may sabotage new diabetes tech
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how common eating disorders are in people with type 1 diabetes who are starting a new automated insulin pump (closed-loop therapy). Researchers want to see if these eating problems, like skipping insulin to lose weight, make it harder to control blood sugar. A…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 18:54 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden cancer cells that survive targeted therapy
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at why lung cancer cells become resistant to a targeted drug called osimertinib. Researchers will collect blood and tissue samples from 80 patients to study these resistant cells. The goal is to find new ways to prevent the cancer from coming back.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 10, 2026 13:28 UTC
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Sickle cell study digs into Platelet-Inflammation link during pain crises
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how platelets and inflammation interact during a painful sickle cell crisis. Researchers will analyze blood samples from 25 adults with sickle cell disease who are hospitalized for a crisis. The goal is to better understand the disease, not to test a new treat…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 08, 2026 13:18 UTC