University Hospital, Akershus
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospital, Akershus, explained in plain language.
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Can a gentamicin combo beat Broad-Spectrum antibiotics in sepsis?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a combination of gentamicin and narrow-spectrum antibiotics works as well as broad-spectrum antibiotics for treating early sepsis. About 1,900 adults with suspected sepsis will be randomly assigned to one of the two treatments. The goal is to see if the g…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Akershus • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:48 UTC
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Blood test may replace heart scans for millions
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether certain substances in the blood can tell if a person has blocked heart arteries, without needing a CT scan or other invasive tests. About 1,000 adults with suspected heart artery disease will give blood samples and have a heart CT scan. The goal is to …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Akershus • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 20:02 UTC
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Heavy smokers get double protection: lung screening plus heart health program under study
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding a heart disease prevention program to routine lung cancer screening can improve the heart health of heavy smokers. About 1000 people aged 60-79 with a heavy smoking history will take part. The program uses chest CT scans to check for heart risks…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Akershus • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:58 UTC