University Of Southampton
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Southampton, explained in plain language.
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Could a shorter antibiotic course be just as good for leg infections?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial compares a 5-day course of the antibiotic flucloxacillin to the standard 7-day course for adults with leg cellulitis. About 334 participants will receive either 5 days of active drug plus 2 days of placebo, or 7 days of active drug. The goal is to see if the sh…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Southampton • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Lower dose of heated chemo may be just as effective for rare abdominal cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a lower dose of heated chemotherapy given during surgery works as well as a higher dose for people with pseudomyxoma peritonei, a rare cancer that spreads in the abdomen. About 176 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the lower dose ov…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Southampton • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New stent aims to cut infections and hospital visits for kidney and cancer patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new type of ureteric stent designed to cause fewer blockages, infections, and less pain than standard stents. About 50 adults who have had stents before for kidney stones or cancer will try the new stent. The goal is to see if it reduces complications and the n…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southampton • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Scientists deliberately infect volunteers with whooping cough to study natural defenses
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will intentionally expose 72 healthy adults to the bacteria that cause whooping cough to see how the body fights it off without immediate antibiotics. Participants will be monitored closely for up to 6 weeks before receiving antibiotics to clear the infection. The goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southampton • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Volunteer-led walks aim to stop muscle loss in older hospital patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether trained volunteers can help older adults (65+) in the hospital stay active and avoid losing strength and mobility. About 180 participants will either get twice-daily volunteer-led walks or bedside exercises, or usual care. Researchers will interview pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southampton • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC