University Hospital, Ghent

This study looked at people who have used nasal decongestant sprays for a long time, which can cause a cycle of rebound congestion. The goal was to help them stop using the spray through a structured program that included a nasal steroid spray and motivational interviews. 72 part…

This study looked at whether increasing the dose of vaginal progesterone can help women undergoing IVF who have low progesterone levels on the day of embryo transfer. 87 women participated, and researchers measured how many had a successful ongoing pregnancy (seen by a heartbeat)…

This study tested whether using a computer model to personalize vancomycin doses helps critically ill children reach the right drug levels faster and with fewer side effects. Over 300 children in intensive care participated. The goal was to improve treatment and reduce kidney inj…

This study tested whether eye drops made from a patient's own blood (autologous serum) can relieve severe dry eye symptoms better than standard artificial tears. 46 adults with severe dry eye disease tried both diluted (20%) and undiluted (100%) serum drops, as well as artificial…

This study looked at 76 adults in intensive care who needed a lung machine (ECMO) for severe pneumonia. Researchers checked if giving the lungs rest by reducing ventilator support changed how well the kidneys worked. They used already-collected medical data, so patients didn't ne…

This study looked at 114 people who reported sexual violence at a care center in Ghent. Researchers wanted to understand the role of alcohol and illegal drugs in these assaults. They collected information on patients' health history and did toxicology tests to see what substances…

This study checked how often fallopian tube removal (salpingectomy) is incomplete when done as part of ovary removal surgery. Researchers looked at tissue samples from 115 women to see if any tube tissue was left behind. They also aimed to create a training video to help surgeons…

This study tracked 107 adults who thought they might have been spiked (given drugs without their knowledge) in Ghent, Belgium. Researchers used patient interviews and lab tests on blood and urine to find out what substances were involved and where the incidents happened. The goal…

This study looked at how high-intensity exercise affects children with MCADD, a rare genetic condition that makes it hard to break down certain fats for energy. Eight children (four with MCADD and four healthy controls) did intense bike and circuit exercises while researchers che…

This study tested whether simple mental exercises or a slowed clock could help breast cancer patients hold their breath longer during radiotherapy. 36 healthy volunteers tried both standard and experimental breath-holding techniques. The goal was to see if these mind tricks could…

This study surveyed 2000 adults in Flanders and the Netherlands to find out what they know and how they feel about non-binary individuals. Participants answered an online questionnaire about their familiarity with the term "non-binary" and their attitudes. The goal was to measure…