University Of Edinburgh
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Edinburgh, explained in plain language.
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Breakthrough drug could help transplanted kidneys start working immediately
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether a drug called heme arginate can help transplanted kidneys start working immediately after surgery. Researchers gave the drug to kidney transplant patients within 24 hours of their transplant and compared results to patients receiving a placebo. The goal …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Edinburgh • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:09 UTC
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Could a simple salt water rinse ease your COVID symptoms?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis online study tested if frequently rinsing the nose and gargling with salt water could help adults with early COVID-19 symptoms feel better faster. Participants in the UK were randomly assigned to either do the salt water rinses along with standard advice, or just follow stan…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Edinburgh • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 24, 2026 12:01 UTC