Ruhr University Of Bochum
Clinical trials sponsored by Ruhr University Of Bochum, explained in plain language.
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Vaginal gel shows promise in clearing HPV without surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a vaginal gel called DEFLAGYN in 242 women with unclear cervical smears or high-risk HPV. The gel aims to help the body clear the virus and heal abnormal cells naturally, avoiding the need for surgery. The main goal was to see if HPV infections went away after 3…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ruhr University of Bochum • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:59 UTC
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Iodine trick may boost cervical surgery success
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether applying iodine to the cervix during a standard surgery (LLETZ) helps doctors remove all precancerous cells. 230 women with cervical dysplasia took part. The goal was to see if iodine staining reduces the chance of leaving any abnormal tissue behind.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ruhr University of Bochum • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 15:05 UTC
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Spider study reveals how long fear relief lasts
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how long the benefits of exposure therapy for spider fear last. 59 people with spider fear were exposed to a spider and then tested again after 1 week, 6 weeks, or 3 months. Researchers measured how close they could get to the spider, their fear, disgust, and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ruhr University of Bochum • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:49 UTC
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Arm cuff before surgery may boost breast reconstruction success
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a non-invasive treatment called Remote Ischemic Conditioning (RIC) could improve blood flow and reduce tissue damage in women undergoing breast reconstruction with free flaps. RIC involves briefly inflating a blood pressure cuff on the arm to create shor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ruhr University of Bochum • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 15:04 UTC