Region Stockholm
Clinical trials sponsored by Region Stockholm, explained in plain language.
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Can a diabetes pill stop a common heart rhythm problem?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether the drug dapagliflozin, usually used for diabetes, can reduce the return of atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) after a procedure called cardioversion. About 1,600 adults with AF who are scheduled for cardioversion will take either dapagliflozin …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Region Stockholm • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:50 UTC
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Registry check helps heart failure patients get the right meds and devices
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study aims to improve care for people with heart failure by using a national registry to find those who need better treatment. About 1000 participants will be split into two groups: one where doctors actively adjust medications, check for iron deficiency, and refer for devic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Region Stockholm • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 15:02 UTC
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Surgery or more drugs? new study aims to guide ulcerative colitis patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at people with ulcerative colitis whose symptoms are not controlled after trying at least two advanced medications. Participants choose either to continue trying different drugs or to have surgery to remove the colon. The study will measure quality of life and sa…
Sponsor: Region Stockholm • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 20:02 UTC
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New CT scan could replace invasive test for brain death diagnosis
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study compares a new CT-angiography method to the standard four-vessel angiography for diagnosing brain death in 50 adults with severe brain injury. The goal is to see if the CT scan is just as accurate and reliable. If successful, it could offer a faster, less invasive way …
Sponsor: Region Stockholm • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 01, 2026 16:01 UTC
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New MRI technique could reveal hidden brain tumors
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study compares a new MRI method to the standard one for finding brain metastases (tumors that spread from other cancers). About 100 adults with known or suspected brain tumors will get both scans during one session. The goal is to see if the new method detects more or smalle…
Sponsor: Region Stockholm • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 15:02 UTC
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New MRI trick breathes life into sharper brain scans
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a new way to improve brain MRI scans by reducing blurring caused by breathing. Researchers will compare standard images with ones corrected using a special navigator signal. About 100 adults getting routine brain MRIs will participate, and no extra scans or contr…
Sponsor: Region Stockholm • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:51 UTC
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Hidden crisis: study to uncover partner violence in drug users
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find out how common intimate partner violence (IPV) is among people who inject drugs in Sweden and what their experiences and needs are. Researchers will survey 500 adults who use a needle exchange program in Stockholm. The goal is to gather information that ca…
Sponsor: Region Stockholm • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:48 UTC
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Massive study aims to unlock sarcoidosis mysteries
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand why some people with sarcoidosis get better while others develop long-term problems. Researchers will study genes, immune cells, and gut bacteria from 5000 participants, including healthy volunteers. The goal is to find ways to predict who will respo…
Sponsor: Region Stockholm • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 15:15 UTC
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New MRI method could make lung cancer radiation more precise
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a special MRI scan can better track how lung tumors move when a person breathes, compared to the standard CT scan. The goal is to help doctors aim radiation more accurately, hitting the tumor while sparing healthy tissue. About 150 adults receiving r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Region Stockholm • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 15:05 UTC
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Heart failure patients may finally ditch the thirst: study tests free fluid intake
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether people with heart failure can safely drink as much fluid as they want instead of limiting it. About 326 adults with heart failure will either follow a restricted fluid diet or drink freely. The goal is to see if free drinking is safe and improves quali…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Region Stockholm • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 20:01 UTC