Rennes University Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Rennes University Hospital, explained in plain language.
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First-of-its-Kind stem cell trial aims to halt debilitating MS
Disease control Recruiting nowThis is a small, early-stage study to test the safety of a new cell therapy for a severe form of multiple sclerosis (MS). Researchers will give participants three injections of donor-derived stem cells into the spinal fluid over several months. The main goal is to see if the trea…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Robots in the operating room: a cost and recovery showdown for cancer surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study aims to find out if using a robot to assist in minimally invasive surgery for early-stage uterine cancer is more cost-effective and leads to better recovery than the current standard keyhole surgery. It will involve 1,680 patients across France who are scheduled for a …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Liver transplant breakthrough? simple protein may shield kidneys
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether giving albumin (a natural blood protein) to liver transplant patients can help prevent kidney damage after surgery. Researchers will compare two groups: one receiving enough albumin to maintain normal blood levels for five days, and another receiving…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:58 UTC
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Cheaper MS drug put to the test in major Head-to-Head trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study aims to find out if an older, less expensive drug called rituximab works just as well as a newer, much more expensive drug called ocrelizumab for controlling relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS). About 386 adults with active relapsing MS will be randomly assigned to recei…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 19, 2026 14:56 UTC
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Could this study end unnecessary brain scans for millions?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to find out if patients taking common blood-thinning medications (like aspirin or clopidogrel) who have minor head injuries but no other symptoms actually need a CT scan. Currently, many emergency rooms automatically order CT scans for these patients, which can be…
Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 20, 2026 14:48 UTC
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Mind over matter: brain waves trained to heal Stroke-Damaged arms
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a brain training technique called EEG neurofeedback can help people regain arm and hand movement after a recent stroke. It will compare patients who receive real brain training plus standard rehab to those who receive fake brain training plus standar…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC
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Scientists hunt for clues to stop childhood leukemia from coming back
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand why some children with a common type of leukemia see their cancer return after treatment. Researchers will analyze blood and bone marrow samples from children with newly diagnosed B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL) at key points in their tre…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Doctors lead teams blindfolded in shock training study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a unique training method where the lead doctor is temporarily blindfolded during simulated medical emergencies. Researchers want to see if this visual deprivation improves the team's communication, decision-making, and overall performance. They will measure …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Urine test could predict kidney damage in spina bifida patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to see if certain substances found in urine can predict which spina bifida patients are at risk for kidney damage. Researchers will follow 50 patients for one year, measuring these urine markers during their regular check-ups. The goal is to find a simple, non-inv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:29 UTC
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Brain map breakthrough? new scan could spot Alzheimer's & Parkinson's sooner
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find new, low-cost ways to detect Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease earlier. Researchers will use MRI brain scans and a memory task to look for specific patterns in brain connections in 120 people, including patients and healthy volunteers. The goal is to ide…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 12, 2026 13:50 UTC