Jena University Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Jena University Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Head-to-Head balloon battle for better blood flow in legs
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two different drug-coated balloons used to open blocked leg arteries in people with peripheral artery disease. Researchers want to see if a newer sirolimus-coated balloon works as well as the standard paclitaxel-coated balloon at keeping arteries open and impr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jena University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:57 UTC
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New balloon treatment aims to save limbs from amputation
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether a special balloon coated with a drug (sirolimus) works better than a standard balloon to treat severe blockages in the small arteries below the knee. It involves 230 patients with advanced peripheral artery disease who are at risk of limb loss. The m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jena University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 03, 2026 14:06 UTC
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Scientists track Cancer's response to treatment in real time
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to develop better methods for monitoring how rectal cancer responds to chemotherapy and radiation treatment. Researchers will track 40 patients using repeated MRI scans and blood tests to detect cancer cells during their treatment. The goal is to create a model th…
Sponsor: Jena University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC