University Hospital, Ghent

This study looks at using heat or cold delivered through a needle to destroy small clusters of prostate cancer that have spread to other parts of the body. It is for people who have already had treatment for their original prostate cancer and now have up to 5 new spots that canno…

This study tests whether starting a strong biologic drug (golimumab) early can help people with peripheral spondyloarthritis achieve lasting remission without needing ongoing medication. About 90 adults with recent-onset disease will be randomly assigned to either the biologic-fi…

This study looks at 174 adults with painful joint replacements to find better ways to diagnose chronic infections. Researchers will compare many tests, including blood work, joint fluid analysis, advanced DNA sequencing, and tissue samples. The goal is to create a more accurate a…

This study tests different local treatments for vaginal atrophy (dryness, pain, irritation) in 160 breast cancer patients who are on hormone therapy. The goal is to see which treatment works best to improve symptoms and quality of life over 12 weeks, while also checking hormone l…

This study observes over 10,000 adult ICU patients to learn how often acute kidney injury occurs, how severe it gets, and what happens to patients afterward. Researchers will track kidney function, need for dialysis, and survival up to one year. No new treatments are tested—the g…

This study looks at how to improve dialysis for children with kidney failure. The goal is to find the best settings to remove waste from the blood while using less water. Ten children will have their blood and dialysis fluid tested during treatment. The results will help design b…

This study interviews 20 people aged 16-25 who have had urinary problems since childhood and are moving from pediatric to adult urology care. The goal is to learn about their experiences and challenges during this transition. Findings will help doctors improve care for other youn…

This study compares two materials—a collagen matrix and a collagen membrane—used to seal the gum after tooth extraction and bone preservation. 18 adults needing two teeth removed will each receive both treatments, one per socket. The goal is to see which material better maintains…

This study watches 30 adults with gum disease after they have gum surgery. Researchers check how deep the gum pockets are and whether teeth survive over many years. The goal is to see which surgery type works better and how long the benefits last.

This research study aims to create a simple, non-invasive test using tears and blood to predict which people with hyperthyroidism are at risk of developing Graves' Orbitopathy, a serious eye condition. Researchers will analyze samples from 90 participants, including healthy volun…