Zuyderland Medisch Centrum
Clinical trials sponsored by Zuyderland Medisch Centrum, explained in plain language.
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IBD patients may ditch IV drips for simple shots
Disease control CompletedThis study tested switching 38 adults with inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's or ulcerative colitis) from intravenous infliximab to a subcutaneous (under-the-skin) injection. Researchers measured drug levels, quality of life, and patient satisfaction over 24 weeks. The goal was …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zuyderland Medisch Centrum • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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How many samples are enough? study aims to perfect breast biopsy technique
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at how many tissue samples are needed when doing a special type of breast biopsy called contrast-enhanced stereotactic biopsy (CESB). The biopsy is used for breast lesions that only show up on contrast-enhanced mammography. Researchers studied 77 women to find t…
Sponsor: Zuyderland Medisch Centrum • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Freezing nerves may shorten hospital stay after chest surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested if freezing the nerves between the ribs (cryoablation) could reduce hospital stay compared to standard epidural pain medicine in 50 young people aged 12-24 having Nuss surgery for pectus excavatum (sunken chest). The goal was to see which method controls pain be…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zuyderland Medisch Centrum • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC