Region Skane
Clinical trials sponsored by Region Skane, explained in plain language.
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New metal knee could last longer without cement
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at two types of knee replacements: one that uses bone cement and one that uses a special porous metal to help the bone grow into the implant. The goal is to see if the new metal implant stays in place as well as the cemented one, which could mean fewer problems a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:59 UTC
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New hip cup design tested for Long-Term fixation
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two types of hip replacement cups (Trident II and Trident Hemi) to see if they provide equal stability and fixation in the bone. About 87 adults aged 40-75 needing a first hip replacement will be tracked for up to 10 years using special X-ray techniques. The g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:52 UTC
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Knee implant showdown: cement vs. no cement in new trial
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at a new knee replacement system in 60 people with severe knee arthritis. It compares two methods of attaching the implant: with bone cement or without. The goal is to see which method keeps the implant more stable and secure over time, using special X-ray techni…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 20:03 UTC
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Acupuncture colic trial pulled before it began
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to test whether acupuncture could help babies with colic cry less. It planned to include 128 infants aged 2-9 weeks who cried at least 3 hours a day. However, the trial was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no results are available.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:50 UTC
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Gambling treatment under the microscope: 10-Year study reveals hidden patterns
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks back at 1,200 people who sought help for gambling problems in Sweden over 10 years. Researchers will review medical records to understand gambling habits, health issues, and what treatments people tried. The goal is to learn more about gambling disorder, not to t…
Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 01, 2026 16:00 UTC
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Tiny kidney stones: 1600 patients tracked to predict natural passage
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows 1600 people with small kidney stones (4 mm or smaller) to see how often the stones pass naturally within 4 to 8 weeks. Researchers will track pain, blood tests, stone size and location, and kidney swelling to find clues that predict passage. Participants fill o…
Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 28, 2026 13:02 UTC