University Hospital, Tours
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospital, Tours, explained in plain language.
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New shoulder implant tested for arthritis and rotator cuff tears
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a shoulder replacement device called the Medacta Shoulder System in 100 people with shoulder arthritis or rotator cuff tears. The goal is to see how well the implant works after 2 years, focusing on shoulder function, safety, and patient satisfaction. Partic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Tours • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 23, 2026 22:03 UTC
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Ovarian cancer recurrence detection study pulled before starting
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study was designed to see if a blood test called the ROMA score could find ovarian cancer coming back sooner than the usual CA125 test. The goal was to catch recurrences early, which might allow less invasive surgery and improve quality of life. However, the study was withdr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Tours • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:54 UTC
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French-Language scale for rare nerve disease put to the test
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study checks whether a French version of a scale called PLSFRS works well for people with primary lateral sclerosis (PLS), a rare nerve disease. Researchers will ask 80 patients to fill out the questionnaire during routine check-ups every 3 to 6 months. The goal is to see if…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Tours • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 23, 2026 22:03 UTC
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Dialysis patients may get safer dosing for common infection drug
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how the antibiotic cefazolin behaves in the blood of people on chronic hemodialysis who have catheter infections. Researchers will take blood samples at different times to measure drug levels. The goal is to find the best dose to treat infections while avoidin…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Tours • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 22, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Holding preterm babies during transfer may be as safe as incubators
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether holding very preterm babies skin-to-skin while moving them from the delivery room to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) keeps them just as warm as using an incubator. About 118 babies born before 34 weeks will take part. The goal is to see if this…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Tours • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 17, 2026 12:06 UTC