University Of Pisa
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Pisa, explained in plain language.
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New gum disease protocol aims to close deep pockets in thousands of patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a step-by-step treatment plan called Bioperio® for people with gum disease (periodontitis). It involves professional cleaning, oral hygiene coaching, and for severe cases, a special gel applied to deep gum pockets. The goal is to see how well this approach c…
Sponsor: University of Pisa • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:55 UTC
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New lupus drug anifrolumab tested in Real-World setting
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study follows 300 people with active systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) who are taking anifrolumab. Researchers will track how well the drug controls disease activity, reduces flares, and improves quality of life over 5 years. The goal is to see if anifrolumab works safely i…
Sponsor: University of Pisa • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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New oral ultrasound could spare patients from painful biopsies
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new, high-frequency ultrasound that goes inside the mouth to look at oral cancer. The goal is to see how deep the cancer goes without needing a surgical biopsy. About 400 people with oral squamous cell carcinoma will get this painless scan before their pla…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pisa • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 08, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Bionic hand with feeling: new trial aims to make prosthetics more natural
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a robotic hand that can send touch sensations back to the user's arm, such as pressure or vibration, when it grabs objects. Nine people with a single arm amputation will try the device and perform everyday tasks to see if the feedback makes the hand feel more lik…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pisa • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:01 UTC
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New study aims to predict ER visits in seniors with dementia
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether simple blood tests and brain scans can help predict which older adults with memory loss or frailty will need to visit the emergency room within six months. Researchers will follow 110 people over age 64 who have trouble with daily activities. The goal …
Sponsor: University of Pisa • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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Sound waves reveal hidden gum changes in gingivitis patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses ultra-high frequency ultrasound (70 MHz) to look at gum tissue in 40 adults—some with healthy gums and some with gingivitis. The goal is to see if ultrasound can detect differences in tissue thickness, texture, and blood flow caused by inflammation. Participants w…
Sponsor: University of Pisa • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:00 UTC