University Of Leipzig

This study tests whether using a special shockwave device to break up calcium before placing a stent works better than the usual balloon angioplasty in people with peripheral artery disease (PAD) and heavily calcified leg arteries. About 120 participants will be randomly assigned…

This study tests a procedure called mucous fistula refeeding in 120 infants who have a temporary bowel opening (enterostomy). The idea is to take the baby's own stool and put it back into the lower bowel to help it get ready to work again. The goal is to see if this helps babies …

This study tests whether using carbon dioxide gas instead of standard iodinated contrast dye during leg artery procedures can prevent serious kidney problems. About 1,960 people with peripheral artery disease who are at higher risk for kidney injury will be randomly assigned to r…

This phase 3 trial tests whether taking pancreatic enzyme capsules (NORTASE®) for six months can improve quality of life and prevent weight loss in people who have had most or all of their stomach removed. About 188 adults who had a gastrectomy will receive either the enzyme or a…

This study looks at whether a special heart failure care network can help people who were recently in the hospital for worsening heart failure. About 1000 adults with moderate to severe heart failure will take part at five heart centers in Germany. Half will get extra support fro…

This study aims to better understand how many calories a person needs to eat to stay in energy balance, meaning their weight stays the same. Researchers will use a whole-room calorimeter, a special room that measures the energy your body burns, to get more accurate results than u…

This study observes 80 transgender individuals starting cross-sex hormone therapy (testosterone or estrogen) to see how it changes eating behavior, metabolism, weight, and heart health. Participants are followed over time with no extra treatments or procedures. The goal is to und…