Hospital Universitari Vall D'hebron Research Institute

This study tests whether a home hospitalization program (NORA-HOME) is safe and effective for people who have had a minor stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA). Researchers will compare home monitoring with standard hospital care in 250 participants. The goal is to see if hom…

This study looks at whether a blood test measuring certain markers (sFlt-1/PlGF) can help doctors decide when to induce labor in pregnant women with mild preeclampsia. The goal is to reduce unnecessary inductions without increasing the risk of severe complications for the mother …

This study tests a new approach for people with end-stage kidney disease who have very high levels of antibodies, making it nearly impossible to find a compatible donor kidney. The treatment uses a strong medication regimen to wipe out the patient's existing immune cells, then re…

This study tests whether a simple biofeedback technique—teaching people to control their abdominal and chest muscles using a video—can reduce visible bloating after meals. 100 adults with irritable bowel syndrome, dyspepsia, or functional bloating will be randomly assigned to eit…

This study tests a simple, at-home video program that teaches people how to better control their anal and belly muscles to reduce accidental bowel leaks and improve constipation. About 96 adults with these issues will either use the video exercises or take a placebo pill. The goa…

This study follows 700 people with migraine who are taking newer preventive medications (anti-CGRP drugs) to see how their headache days and quality of life change over two years. Researchers will track monthly migraine days, disability, and patient-reported improvement. The goal…

This study tests whether adding virtual reality (VR) mindfulness sessions to standard treatment helps people with treatment-resistant depression feel better. Thirty adults aged 18-74 who haven't responded to multiple antidepressants will be randomly assigned to either VR mindfuln…

This study follows 600 patients aged 80 and older who are having planned surgery requiring a hospital stay. Researchers will ask patients to fill out a questionnaire about their recovery before surgery and at several points afterward. The goal is to understand recovery from the p…

This study is testing a Spanish version of a questionnaire that helps identify emotional distress and unmet needs in adolescents and young adults (ages 15-25) with cancer. Researchers will enroll 100 participants to see if the tool accurately measures psychosocial challenges. If …

This study follows 100 people in Spain with nemaline myopathy, a rare muscle disease, to see how their symptoms change over time. Researchers will use ultrasound, movement tests, and breathing checks to map the disease's natural course. The goal is to build a detailed patient dat…

This study explores whether a moderate physical activity program (3 times a week, 60 minutes each) is practical and acceptable for pregnant women who face social or economic difficulties. Researchers will track how many women join, why some say no, and what helps or hinders exerc…

This study is testing whether a non-invasive ultrasound scan, combined with artificial intelligence (AI), can quickly identify bleeding in the brain (intracerebral hemorrhage) in people having a stroke. Researchers will enroll 500 adults with acute stroke and perform a standard C…

This study is for people with sickle cell disease or other rare anemias. Researchers want to use advanced genetic and blood tests to better understand each person's condition. The goal is to make diagnosis more precise so that treatments can be tailored to each patient. About 200…