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Clinical trials sponsored by Uppsala University Hospital, explained in plain language.
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No drain, Same-Day discharge? new study tests safer parotid surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether it is safe to remove a tumor from the parotid gland (a saliva gland near the ear) without using a surgical drain. Normally, a drain is placed to remove extra fluid, which often requires an overnight hospital stay. The researchers want to see if skipp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Uppsala University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New way to detect pain in tiny babies on ventilators
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at 50 newborn infants who need a breathing machine (mechanical ventilation). Researchers want to see if measuring tiny changes in skin moisture (skin conductance) can help tell how much pain or stress the baby feels. They will also test if holding the baby skin-t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Uppsala University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Neck braces may be unnecessary for stable fractures, study suggests
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether wearing a rigid neck collar is needed for stable neck fractures. About 616 adults with these fractures will be treated either with a collar for 12 weeks or without one. The goal is to see if both approaches lead to similar healing, while avoiding colla…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Uppsala University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC