University Hospital Marburg
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospital Marburg, explained in plain language.
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Can Time-Restricted eating tame uncontrollable seizures?
Disease control CompletedThis small pilot study explored whether a time-restricted eating pattern (16:8 intermittent fasting), with or without a daily dose of MCT oil, could help reduce seizures in adults whose epilepsy does not respond well to medication. Twenty-two participants tried both diet approach…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Marburg • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 20, 2026 14:47 UTC
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Could brushing your tongue stop deadly pneumonia after a stroke?
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether using a special tongue brush could help prevent pneumonia in people who have had a stroke. Researchers enrolled 252 stroke patients to see if brushing the tongue reduced harmful mouth bacteria and improved swallowing problems, which are common causes of …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Marburg • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Apr 04, 2026 03:50 UTC
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Doctors find gender gap in dangerous seizure treatment
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked back at the medical records of 779 adults treated for status epilepticus, a serious and prolonged seizure, at a German hospital between 2011 and 2023. The goal was to understand if the causes, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery from this condition differ between…
Sponsor: University Hospital Marburg • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:57 UTC