University Hospital, Ghent

This study aims to see which of two collagen materials works better to seal a tooth socket after extraction. The goal is to better preserve the jawbone and gum tissue for patients who may need a dental implant later. Eighteen patients, each having two teeth removed, will have one…

This study is observing adults who have already had surgery for severe gum disease (periodontitis) to see how well their teeth and gums hold up over many years. Researchers are tracking two main types of surgery—one that removes diseased tissue and one that tries to regrow lost b…

This study is testing if starting powerful biologic drugs immediately after a spondyloarthritis diagnosis is better than the standard slower approach. It aims to see if this early, intensive treatment can put the disease into long-term remission, allowing patients to stop all med…

This study aims to create a simple, non-invasive test to identify which patients with an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) are at risk of developing Graves' eye disease. Researchers are analyzing blood and tear samples from 90 participants to find biological markers that signa…

This study aims to understand how often and how severely acute kidney injury occurs in critically ill patients admitted to intensive care units. Researchers will track over 10,000 adult ICU patients to document kidney injury rates, severity, duration, and how these injuries affec…

This study aims to understand the experiences of young adults (ages 16-25) who have had urinary symptoms since childhood as they transition from pediatric to adult urology care. Researchers will interview 20 participants to learn about the challenges and barriers they face during…

This study aims to find the most efficient dialysis machine settings for children. Researchers are testing different blood and fluid flow combinations during kids' regular dialysis sessions to see which one best removes waste toxins while using the least amount of water. The goal…