Centre Hospitalier Universitaire De Nīmes
Clinical trials sponsored by Centre Hospitalier Universitaire De Nīmes, explained in plain language.
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Better scans for zapping liver tumors: study tests new imaging method
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a special type of CT scan (porto-scanner with Angio-CT) is better than a standard CT scan at guiding a heat treatment (thermoablation) for small liver tumors that have spread from colorectal cancer. The goal was to help doctors see tumor edges more clea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Finger-Prick test aims to better control blood thinners for frail elderly
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested if checking blood thinner levels with a weekly finger-prick device was better than the usual monthly blood draw for elderly nursing home residents. The goal was to keep medication levels in a safer range more often to prevent dangerous blood clots and bleeding. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 11, 2026 14:52 UTC
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New surgical approach may reduce incontinence risk after prolapse repair
Disease control TerminatedThis study compared two surgical techniques for treating pelvic organ prolapse in women aged 50-80. Researchers wanted to see if one method caused fewer new cases of stress urinary incontinence after surgery while providing similar results. The trial was terminated early and enro…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 09, 2026 14:24 UTC
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Can a quick training let regular doctors read heart scans as well as experts?
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tested whether gastroenterologists (liver doctors) with brief, standard training could perform and interpret basic heart ultrasound scans as accurately as intensive care specialists in patients hospitalized with advanced liver cirrhosis and fluid buildup. Researchers c…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Botox vs. blood plasma vs. steroids: the battle for your elbow
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to see which of three different injections works best for reducing tennis elbow pain. Researchers compared platelet-rich plasma (PRP) from a patient's own blood, Botox (botulinum toxin), and steroid injections. The trial involved 13 people with persistent elbow p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Robot assistant for anesthesia? machine tested to manage fluids during surgery
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested a new automated device designed to help manage intravenous (IV) fluids given to patients during major abdominal surgery. The goal was to see if the machine could effectively maintain a patient's blood volume, a task normally done manually by the anesthesiologist…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Blood test may predict epilepsy after first seizure
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to find out if measuring a protein called S100B in the blood right after a person's first seizure could help doctors predict if they would have more seizures in the next year. Researchers enrolled 37 adults who had just experienced their first seizure to track th…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genetic clues behind stalled labor
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to understand if certain genetic differences might be connected to uterine dystocia, a condition where labor stalls and a C-section becomes necessary. Researchers collected DNA samples from 58 women who had a C-section after their labor stopped progressing. The g…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:31 UTC
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Researchers ask: what do french speakers believe about back pain?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to test a French version of a questionnaire that asks people about their beliefs and attitudes toward back pain. It involved 131 people who had experienced chronic lower back pain for at least three months. The goal was to see if the translated questionnaire was …
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:29 UTC