University Hospital, Ghent
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospital, Ghent, explained in plain language.
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Can silicone pads replace foam to stop diabetic foot ulcers?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares silicone pads to felted foam for reducing pressure under the foot in people with diabetes and nerve damage who are at high risk of foot ulcers. About 80 participants will wear each type of pad, and researchers will measure how well they lower pressure and how …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Ghent • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:49 UTC
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New study aims to make IUD insertion less painful for women
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests if using ultrasound during IUS (a type of IUD) insertion reduces pain compared to the standard method. About 50 women will be randomly assigned to one of two techniques. The goal is to see if the ultrasound-guided approach, which avoids certain instruments, leads…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Ghent • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:57 UTC
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Can coaching doctors and nurses improve end-of-life care? new study aims to find out.
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether coaching doctors and nurses in leadership and communication skills can improve ethical decision-making for patients at the end of life. About 360 healthcare workers and their patients from 10 hospital departments will take part. The goal is to create a sa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Ghent • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 20, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New scoring system could help doctors spot hidden colon cancer
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see if a new, simpler scoring tool (CRIS) can help doctors accurately predict which large colon polyps contain cancer. About 764 patients and many endoscopists will take part in image reviews and live procedures. The goal is to improve treatment choices and red…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Ghent • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:13 UTC