University Of Erlangen-nürnberg Medical School
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Erlangen-nürnberg Medical School, explained in plain language.
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New strategy tested to overcome resistance to melanoma immunotherapy
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a two-step approach for patients with advanced melanoma that did not respond to standard immunotherapy. First, patients received a chemotherapy drug (DTIC). Then, they tried immunotherapy again. The goal was to see if the chemotherapy could 'reset' the tumor and…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Erlangen-Nürnberg Medical School • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:19 UTC
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Doctors test gentler radiation to ease harsh side effects for cancer patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested if doctors could safely use less radiation after surgery for head and neck cancer. The goal was to see if lowering the radiation dose or targeting a smaller area could reduce long-term side effects like dry mouth and trouble swallowing, without letting the cance…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Erlangen-Nürnberg Medical School • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:18 UTC
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Zap your back pain? electrical stimulation tested against traditional exercise
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a time-saving, joint-friendly electrical muscle stimulation suit could work as well as traditional resistance exercise for easing chronic low back pain. It involved 26 adults aged 40-70 with persistent back pain. Researchers compared pain levels and phys…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Erlangen-Nürnberg Medical School • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:16 UTC
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Zap vs sweat: study tests quick fix for Dentists' bone health
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a single session of intense exercise or a session of whole-body electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) is better for bone and metabolic health in young female dentists. Researchers measured blood markers related to bone building, bone breakdown, and bloo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Erlangen-Nürnberg Medical School • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC
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Scientists scan for hidden potassium loss
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand if a hormone condition called primary hyperaldosteronism causes a hidden loss of potassium in the body's tissues. Researchers used a special, powerful MRI scanner to measure potassium and sodium in the tissues of 21 patients before and after their t…
Sponsor: University of Erlangen-Nürnberg Medical School • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 18, 2026 14:40 UTC