University Of Zurich
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Zurich, explained in plain language.
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Doctors use MRI to watch targeted radiation fight prostate cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study aims to see if MRI scans taken 6-9 months after a precise, targeted radiation treatment can show how well prostate cancer is responding. Researchers will compare these MRI results with standard PSA blood tests in 28 men with intermediate to high-risk prostate cancer. T…
Sponsor: University of Zurich • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 21:41 UTC
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Doctors test Direct-to-Brain cancer treatment in advanced cases
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study is testing whether delivering immunotherapy drugs directly into the spinal fluid, along with standard intravenous treatment, is safe and effective for patients with advanced lung cancer or melanoma that has spread to the lining of the brain. The trial invol…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Zurich • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:42 UTC
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New radiation technique aims for pinpoint accuracy against pelvic cancer spread
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether a new, two-step radiation method is practical and effective for treating cancer that has spread to pelvic lymph nodes. The method first uses a special MRI scanner to create a very detailed plan, then delivers the radiation using a standard machine. T…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Zurich • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC
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Gentle Hand-Guiding may help preterm Babies' brains develop
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a new therapy for very preterm babies who show stiff or cramped movements. The therapy involves gently guiding the baby's limbs through smoother, more natural movements, with parents learning to continue the therapy at home. Researchers want to see if this e…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Zurich • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC
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Heart doctors test timing of valve and artery fixes
Disease control OngoingThis study aims to find the safest order for two common heart procedures. It compares performing a procedure to open blocked heart arteries either before or after a minimally invasive valve replacement in patients who need both. The goal is to see which timing leads to fewer comp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Zurich • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:30 UTC
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Could new scans spot hidden endometriosis?
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study aimed to see if new types of MRI scans could improve the detection and assessment of endometriosis, a painful condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus. It planned to compare the accuracy of these advanced MRI techniques to standard …
Sponsor: University of Zurich • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:42 UTC