Fondazione Irccs Istituto Nazionale Dei Tumori, Milano
Clinical trials sponsored by Fondazione Irccs Istituto Nazionale Dei Tumori, Milano, explained in plain language.
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New combo may stop opioids from making pain worse after surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether giving ketamine during surgery and methadone after surgery can prevent a condition called opioid-induced hyperalgesia, where painkillers actually make you more sensitive to pain. 113 adults having open colorectal surgery took part. The goal was to see…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Milano • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Phone app could spot quality of life drops in cancer survivors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a smartphone-based platform could help monitor quality of life in 410 head and neck cancer survivors after curative treatment. The goal was to detect meaningful declines in well-being earlier and more easily than standard methods. Participants used the p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Milano • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:22 UTC
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Desmoid tumor study: watching and waiting works for many patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 100 people with desmoid tumors (non-cancerous growths) to see if a 'watch and wait' approach is effective. Instead of treating everyone right away, doctors only started treatment if the tumor grew. The goal was to understand how often the disease stays stable…
Sponsor: Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Milano • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 04:35 UTC