Hospital Universitari De Bellvitge

This study tests a technique called systematic margin shaving during breast-conserving surgery for breast cancer. The idea is to remove a thin extra layer of tissue around the tumor right after the main lump is taken out, based on a pathologist's check. Researchers want to see if…

Researchers compare two tracers, indocyanine green (ICG) and blue patent dye, for locating lymph nodes during targeted axillary dissection in breast cancer patients who have received chemotherapy before surgery. The trial measures how often each tracer successfully identifies the…

This study compares two approaches for breast cancer patients who still have cancer in their sentinel lymph node after chemotherapy: removing the underarm lymph nodes (surgery) or treating them with radiation. The goal is to see if radiation can reduce the risk of arm swelling (l…

Trigeminal neuralgia causes sudden, severe facial pain that can send people to the emergency department. This observational study at a Spanish hospital follows 20 adults who receive intravenous lacosamide, an anti-seizure drug, as a rescue treatment for a pain flare. Researchers …

This study tests whether ultrasound-guided alcohol sclerotherapy can reduce pelvic pain and improve quality of life in women aged 18-45 with ovarian endometriomas. Participants are randomly assigned to receive the procedure or no treatment (expectant management) and are followed …

This study compares two ways to immobilize the shoulder after surgery for instability: a standard sling and a dynamic brace that allows some movement. Researchers want to see which approach helps with early recovery and healing. The trial will include 40 adults undergoing arthros…

This study is testing whether a less invasive procedure called target axillary dissection (TAD) can accurately check for cancer spread in the lymph nodes of people with locally advanced breast cancer after chemotherapy. The goal is to see if TAD can replace more extensive lymph n…

This study uses 20 female cadavers to systematically map the anatomy of the pelvis and lower abdomen, focusing on structures important for gynecologic surgery. Researchers will measure distances and relationships between key structures like the ureter, blood vessels, and nerves. …

This study watches 170 ICU patients on breathing machines to see if a temporary immune system weakness (called immunoparalysis) raises the chance of getting pneumonia. Researchers will measure immune markers in elderly patients (65+), younger adults, and healthy volunteers. The g…