Nantes University Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Nantes University Hospital, explained in plain language.
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MRSA decolonization kit study halted after just one patient
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a kit containing povidone-iodine gel, soap, and mouthwash could remove MRSA bacteria from the nose, body, and mouth of hospitalized patients. Only one person took part before the study was stopped early. The main goal was to check if the nose was clear …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:05 UTC
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Smart seat could stop bedsores in wheelchair users
Prevention TerminatedThis study tested a special device placed on the wheelchair seat of people with spinal cord injuries. The device measures pressure and sends alerts to the user's phone if they are sitting badly or too long. The goal was to see if it could prevent pressure sores. The study include…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:16 UTC
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Pre-Surgery pelvic training may ward off bowel woes
Prevention TerminatedThis study looked at whether doing pelvic floor exercises with biofeedback before rectal cancer surgery could help prevent bowel control problems (called low anterior resection syndrome) after the operation. The study planned to include 120 adults aged 18-80 who were having surge…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:53 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden genes behind thyroid cancer
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to find new genes that may increase the risk of developing differentiated thyroid cancer. Researchers analyzed the DNA of 34 people with the disease and their family members using whole genome sequencing. The goal was to identify genetic changes shared only by af…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:54 UTC