Institute Of Oncology Ljubljana

This study looked at whether hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) can safely help heal severe tissue damage caused by past radiation treatment. Thirty-nine adults who had radiotherapy and developed serious radiation injuries received HBOT sessions in a pressurized chamber. The goal w…

This small study tested a single injection of stem cells from donated umbilical cord tissue in 10 people who developed severe dry mouth after radiation for head and neck cancer. The goal was to see if the treatment is safe and could help restore saliva production. Researchers mon…

This study looked at 401 women with breast lesions that are hard to diagnose. Researchers tested tissue samples for changes in three genes (BRCA1, RASSF1A, and PTEN) to see if these changes could tell benign from malignant lesions more accurately. The goal is to improve diagnosis…

This study looked at whether adding special ultrasound techniques (elastography and contrast-enhanced ultrasound) can more accurately detect breast cancer that has spread to the armpit lymph nodes. 180 women with breast cancer took part. The goal was to improve treatment planning…

This study tested a blood test that looks for cancer DNA in the blood of 22 people with advanced lung cancer. The goal was to see if the blood test works as well as the standard tissue biopsy to find genetic changes in the tumor. If successful, this could make testing easier and …

This study looked at whether combining several blood tests can detect serious fungal infections (candidemia) faster and more accurately than standard methods. Researchers tested 2 adult hospital patients with suspected fungal infections using a panel of biomarkers and DNA tests. …

This study looked at whether testing for changes in three genes (BRCA1, RASSF1A, and PTEN) in breast tissue can help doctors better diagnose breast lesions that are hard to classify. Researchers took extra tissue samples from 301 women with suspicious breast lumps and analyzed th…

This study tested a device called an artificial nose that analyzes a person's breath to detect head and neck cancer. Researchers collected breath samples from 45 people (some with cancer, some healthy) and used the device to see if it could tell the difference. The goal was to se…

This study tested an implantable pump that delivers pain medicine directly to the spine for people with severe cancer pain. It included 8 adults aged 40-80 whose pain was not controlled by standard treatments. The goal was to see if the pump provides better pain relief and fewer …

This study tested a personalized rehabilitation program for 150 adults who finished treatment for colorectal cancer. The program connected patients with specialists like physiotherapists, dietitians, and psychologists based on their needs. The goal was to improve quality of life …

This study looked at whether the bacteria in your gut can influence how well radiotherapy works and how severe side effects are in people with head and neck cancer. Fifty-eight adults with advanced cancer provided stool and blood samples before and during treatment. Researchers a…

This study examined 12 childhood brain tumor survivors to understand long-term hormone and metabolic problems. Researchers checked for issues like growth hormone deficiency, thyroid problems, obesity, and abnormal cholesterol. The goal is to help doctors better monitor and manage…

This completed study looked at 90 adults with glial brain tumors to see if their quality of life and cognitive abilities (like memory and language) could help predict survival. Researchers used questionnaires and thinking tests to gather information. The goal was to improve treat…

This study asked 795 Slovenian students aged 12 to 18 about cancer risk factors to see what they already know. The goal was to find gaps in knowledge so better health education can be created. No treatment or prevention was given—just a questionnaire.

This study examined 30 people with melanoma who were taking BRAF/MEK inhibitor drugs to see how often these drugs cause retinal changes (MEKAR) and what those changes look like. Participants had regular eye exams before, during, and after treatment. The goal was to better underst…

This study looked at whether using MRI scans helps doctors outline esophageal tumors more consistently for radiation therapy. 21 patients with advanced esophageal cancer had MRI scans in addition to standard CT and PET/CT scans. Five radiation oncologists independently outlined t…

This study involved 91 adults with advanced kidney cancer. Researchers collected blood and urine samples over 16 weeks to see if tiny particles called exosomal miRNAs change with treatment. The goal was to find out if these changes can predict whether the cancer responds to thera…

This study looked at 65 adults with liver or pancreatic tumors who received a type of focused radiation called SBRT. The goal was to track how safe and effective the treatment was, and to improve the process. No new treatment was tested; instead, researchers observed standard car…

This study tested whether custom 3D printed applicators could improve radiation delivery for gynecological cancers. Thirteen patients received MRI-guided brachytherapy using these personalized tools. The goal was to see if the 3D printed devices could better target tumors while s…

This study looked at 93 women with breast cancer who had a lumpectomy and then received a special type of radiation called simultaneous integrated boost (SIB). The goal was to track any short-term and long-term side effects from this treatment. Researchers compared their results …

This study looked at tumor cells found in the blood of 30 women with advanced ovarian cancer. Researchers counted these cells and studied their features to see if they relate to how the disease progresses. The goal is to develop a simple blood test to help monitor the cancer and …

This study looked at whether a blood test that measures tumor DNA (ctDNA) can help predict if melanoma will come back or get worse. Researchers followed 113 adults with melanoma, taking blood samples and checking their medical records. The goal was to see if ctDNA levels match kn…

This study explored whether small particles called exosomes, found in blood and urine, can help predict how well advanced kidney cancer responds to treatment. Researchers followed 91 adults receiving standard therapies and collected samples over 16 weeks. The goal was to find pat…

This study looked at 171 women with early breast cancer to see if immune cells inside tumors are linked to how well chemotherapy works. Researchers also checked if these immune markers relate to cancer DNA in the blood. The goal is to better understand which patients might respon…

This study followed 25 men who carry BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutations, plus a control group, to see if they developed prostate cancer. Researchers called participants to update their health history and track new diagnoses. The goal is to help design better screening programs for men…

This study followed 40 women who had surgery for gynecologic cancers like endometrial, cervical, or ovarian cancer. Researchers measured changes in quality of life and swelling (lymphedema) over time using standard questionnaires. The goal was to better understand the long-term i…

This study looked at 132 people with advanced melanoma to see if levels of a protein called interferon-gamma (IFN-γ) in tumor tissue and blood could predict how well they would respond to first-line immunotherapy drugs. Researchers also explored whether gut bacteria play a role i…

This study looked at 14 adults with melanoma who were taking a combination of BRAF and MEK inhibitors. Researchers wanted to understand eye changes (retinopathy) that can happen as a side effect of this treatment. They used regular eye exams and imaging to track these changes ove…