Uppsala University Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Uppsala University Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Which iron pill is gentler for blood donors?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested two different iron supplements in 120 regular blood donors to see which one causes fewer side effects. Participants took either a new type of iron (sucrosomial iron) or standard iron sulfate after donating blood. The researchers also checked if the supplements h…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Uppsala University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 08, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Can a simple drug help people with fluid on the brain walk better?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether the drug acetazolamide can improve walking in people with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), a condition where fluid builds up in the brain. Fifty adults with NPH were randomly given either the drug or a placebo until they had shunt surgery. The main g…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Uppsala University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 07, 2026 18:43 UTC
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New approach aims to make hospital discharge safer for seniors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at ways to make hospital discharge safer for adults aged 65 and older. The goal was to improve how medication information is shared with patients and their caregivers, and to involve them more in their own care. Researchers tested tools like better discharge pap…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Uppsala University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 09, 2026 05:34 UTC