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Clinical trials and research at Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 160 clinical trials run by Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet that are recruiting, at sites in 20 countries (most in Denmark (158), Sweden (8), Finland (5)). 1 was first registered in the last 30 days. By phase: Phase 4 (21), Phase 2 (9), Phase 1/2 (5), Phase 3 (5). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 160Clinical trials
- 1New in 30 days
- 20Countries
Newest trials
All recruiting trials (newest 150 of 160)
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Oral switch for bloodstream infections in immunocompromised children
This trial tests whether switching from IV to oral antibiotics is just as safe as continuing IV therapy for children with bloodstream infections who are immunocompromised or have a central venous catheter.
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Proton Therapy for Mediastinal Lymphoma in Denmark
This study tests whether using proton therapy for mediastinal lymphoma can lower late-toxicity risk compared with photon therapy in adults.
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Oral switch for kids with bloodstream infections after starting IV therapy
This trial will test whether switching from IV to oral antibiotics early is not worse than continuing IV treatment for previously healthy children and teens with uncomplicated bloodstream infections.
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Unilateral vs bilateral lung volume reduction surgery for emphysema
This trial tests whether operating on one lung or both lungs provides better breathing and quality of life for adults with severe emphysema due to COPD.
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Scar remodeling after burn injury using stem cells from fat tissue
This trial tests whether injecting allogeneic adipose-derived stem cells into burn scars can improve scar quality for adults with hypertrophic scars.
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Biomarkers linked to congenital CMV using newborn blood spots
Researchers will test protein and RNA markers in dried blood spots from newborns to see if they can identify congenital CMV sequelae early.
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BEFAST: Total Body PET/CT with Ga-68 FAPI for Better Imaging in Cancer
This study tests whether Ga-68 FAPI-46 Total Body PET/CT can better detect cancer spread and provide fast, clear images for adults with pancreatic or gastroesophageal cancer.
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How cervical ultrasound settings affect AI prediction of preterm birth
This study tests whether an AI model for predicting preterm birth performs differently when cervical ultrasound images are taken with different imaging settings.
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Transoral ultrasound versus standard clinical exam to diagnose peritonsillar abscess
This trial will test whether adding transoral ultrasound helps doctors tell which adults with suspected peritonsillar abscess need drainage.
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Early physical mobilisation for adults with moderate to severe acquired brain injury in neuro-ICUs
This project sees if the amount and intensity of early physical mobilisation for adults with moderate to severe acute brain injury in Scandinavian neuro-ICUs relates to safety and physiological responses.
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Transoral and neck ultrasound to find suspected oropharyngeal (throat) cancers
This study will test whether adding transoral and neck ultrasound to the usual diagnostic tests helps doctors find oropharyngeal (throat) cancers more accurately in adults referred for suspicion of oropharyngeal cancer.
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Anemia Therapy in People With Infective Endocarditis
This study tests whether adjunctive anemia treatment can help adults with infective endocarditis and severe anemia.
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Reversible Effects of Stopping Oral Contraceptives on Brain Serotonin Receptors
This study tests whether stopping a common birth control pill increases brain serotonin 4 receptor binding in healthy adult women who have been using a second-generation pill.
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Adaptive daily replanning of radiotherapy for head and neck cancer.
This tests whether doing same-day replanning of radiotherapy each treatment can reduce side effects for people receiving curative radiotherapy for head and neck squamous cell carcinoma.
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Conduction system pacing vs biventricular pacing for CRT
This study tests whether pacing the heart’s conduction system (HIS or left bundle) during CRT works better than standard biventricular pacing for people with heart failure.
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Adding hyperbaric oxygen therapy to standard care for necrotizing soft-tissue infection
This trial will test if giving hyperbaric oxygen therapy in addition to surgery, antibiotics, and intensive care helps adults with confirmed necrotizing soft-tissue infection survive the first 30 days.
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Brain blood flow and sugar transport in Alzheimer's with and without type 2 diabetes
This project will try to see if patterns of brain blood flow and sugar use differ between people with Alzheimer's disease who do and do not have type 2 diabetes and compared with healthy older adults.
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Prehospital pulse-dose methylprednisolone for ST-elevation myocardial infarction
We will test if a single high dose of methylprednisolone given before hospital arrival can reduce heart muscle damage in adults having an ST-elevation heart attack.
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Perineural incobotulinumtoxin-A for unilateral CRPS of an arm or leg
This study will try a single ultrasound-guided perineural injection of incobotulinumtoxin-A to see if it is safe and tolerable for adults with long-standing unilateral CRPS of an arm or leg.
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Use of invasive home ventilation in Denmark
This project will see how often people with neuromuscular diseases or spinal cord injuries in Denmark used invasive home mechanical ventilation between 2016 and 2025 and what their one-year outcomes were.
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How patients' information and expectations affect outcomes after major abdominal cancer surgery
This project will see if patients' health literacy and preoperative expectations before major abdominal cancer surgery relate to their later feelings of regret and quality of recovery.
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Antibiotic Prophylaxis for TAVI: Is Adding a beta-lactam effective?
This trial tests whether adding a beta-lactam that covers Enterococcus faecalis to the usual cephalosporin prophylaxis during TAVI reduces bacterial infection or death within 6 months.
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Chest pain screening for hidden cardiac amyloidosis
We will test whether men over 65 who have chest pain but no coronary artery disease might have hidden cardiac amyloidosis using blood and urine tests, ECG and echocardiography, bone scintigraphy, and sometimes a heart biopsy.
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Pulmonary and Total Blood Volume in COPD: Do COPD patients have lower pulmonary blood volume relative to total blood volume than healthy adults?
This study tests whether people with COPD have a lower ratio of pulmonary blood volume to total blood volume compared with healthy adults of similar age, sex, and height.
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Low-dose beta-blocker treatment for adults who survived unexplained ventricular fibrillation
This trial will try low-dose beta-blockers in adults who survived an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest with no clear cause to see if it reduces dangerous heart rhythms and ICD therapies.
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3D ultrasound of removed cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma specimens
For adults having surgery to remove cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma, this will try ex vivo 3D ultrasound of the removed specimen to see if it can accurately measure the deep margin compared with standard pathology.
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SchoolCare uses telepresence robots, school navigation, and teleteaching to keep children with cancer connected to school.
This program will test whether telepresence robots combined with school navigation and teleteaching help children aged 5–17 undergoing cancer treatment stay linked to school and improve attendance, learning, and social well-being.
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How the gut hormones GIP and GLP-1 change whole‑body glucose use and organ blood flow
We will see if infusions of the gut hormones GIP or GLP‑1 change whole‑body glucose uptake and organ blood flow in healthy people and in people with type 2 diabetes.
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CSF lactate and other biomarkers in patients with an external ventricular drain after acute brain injury
This project will test whether changes in cerebrospinal fluid lactate and other blood/CSF biomarkers can help detect ventriculostomy-associated infection in adults with acute brain injury who have an external ventricular drain.
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Early rehabilitation after lumbar spinal fusion using dialogue and graded activity
This trial tests a tailored physiotherapy package that combines conversation, education, and gradually increasing activity to help adults after lumbar spinal fusion see if they improve in activity, pain, and confidence.
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Brain insulin resistance and brain health in people with diabetes
This project will test whether brains that don't respond well to insulin in people aged 50–80 with type 1 or type 2 diabetes are linked to worse thinking and structural brain changes compared with people without diabetes.
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Active monitoring for small Bethesda IV thyroid nodules
This program will try active monitoring with scheduled ultrasounds and clinic visits instead of immediate surgery for adults with a single Bethesda IV thyroid nodule under 2 cm.
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Optimal ATP settings for new ICDs in heart disease patients
This trial tests whether Burst or Ramp ATP settings in the VT zone of a new ICD help patients with heart disease.
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Targeted tumor boost and shortened radiation schedules for prostate cancer
This trial tests whether giving a higher radiation dose to the tumor inside the prostate (a focal boost) and delivering treatment in 12 instead of 20 sessions helps men with intermediate- or high-risk prostate cancer have fewer relapses and need less hormonal therapy.
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Prehabilitation with resistance exercise and nutritional support before allogeneic stem cell transplant
This trial tests whether a personalized program of resistance exercise plus nutritional support given before an allogeneic stem cell transplant helps adult patients stay stronger and feel better after transplant.
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Stopping mepolizumab or dupilumab to see if nasal polyps stay in complete remission.
This trial will test whether adults with well-controlled nasal polyps who have been on mepolizumab or dupilumab can safely stop the biologic and remain symptom-free.
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CRP tests and patient leaflets to reduce antibiotics for adults with respiratory infections in Kyrgyzstan
This project will test whether using quick CRP blood tests and easy-to-read patient information leaflets helps doctors in Kyrgyzstan prescribe fewer antibiotics for adults with recent respiratory symptoms.
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Automated insulin delivery versus usual insulin care before and during pregnancy for women with type 1 diabetes
This study tries to see if starting the CamAPS FX automated insulin delivery system before or in early pregnancy helps women with type 1 diabetes keep blood sugar in range more and supports healthier fetal growth compared with usual insulin care with continuous glucose monitoring.
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Total-body PET/CT with [68Ga]Ga-FAPI-46 for faster, clearer imaging in advanced melanoma
This will test whether [68Ga]Ga-FAPI-46 PET/CT can more quickly and accurately show treatment response in adults with stage IV malignant melanoma receiving immune checkpoint inhibitors.
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High-dose dexamethasone to reduce pain after VATS lung surgery
This trial will test whether a single high IV dose of dexamethasone given at anesthesia induction reduces morning coughing pain after VATS lobectomy or segmentectomy for patients who score high on the Pain Catastrophizing Scale.
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Orbital blood-vessel inflammation in giant cell arteritis and ischemic optic neuropathy
This project will test whether advanced FDG PET/MRI with black-blood sequences plus OCT scans can tell if sudden optic nerve damage is due to giant cell arteritis or non-arteritic ischemic optic neuropathy in people aged 50 and older.
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Surgeon-performed ultrasound to guide real-time removal of oral cancer
This will test whether surgeons using ultrasound during operations can more often remove oral cancers with clear margins in adults with T1–T3 oral squamous cell carcinoma.
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Personalized strength training for adults with hypokalemic or hyperkalemic periodic paralysis
This study will try a 12-week personalized, supervised strength-training program for adults with genetically confirmed hypokalemic or hyperkalemic periodic paralysis to see if muscle strength and structure improve.
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Reducing how often biologic injections are given for chronic nasal polyps
This study will test whether spacing out mepolizumab or dupilumab injections to every 6–8 weeks keeps symptoms controlled in adults with partly controlled chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps.
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Prevalence and features of neuropathy in people with Waldenström's macroglobulinemia
This project will test whether questionnaires, clinical exams, nerve conduction tests, and blood/CSF markers can find and describe nerve damage in people with Waldenström's who have neuropathy.
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Monitoring daily fatigue in adults with cerebral palsy or acquired brain injury
This project will try to capture how often and how intense fatigue is for adults with cerebral palsy or acquired brain injury by asking them to report symptoms on their phone multiple times a day.
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European registry of lymphatic interventions for people with congenital heart disease or primary lymphatic disorders
This registry will collect how lymphatic imaging and procedures like embolization are used and see if earlier targeted treatment helps people with congenital heart disease or primary lymphatic disorders.
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Types of persistent pain after hip or knee replacement
We will re-contact people who still have moderate-to-severe pain after hip or knee replacement to see whether their pain shows signs of nociceptive, neuropathic, or nociplastic mechanisms.
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Low-dose hCG priming before IVF for women with diminished ovarian reserve
This trial will test whether daily low-dose hCG injections for eight weeks before a second IVF/ICSI cycle help women with diminished ovarian reserve produce more eggs.
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Wireless continuous vital sign monitoring for adults after spinal deformity surgery
This project will test whether wearing a small wireless chest sensor that continuously measures heart rate, breathing rate, oxygen levels, blood pressure, and temperature helps nurses spot problems in adults recovering from spinal deformity surgery.
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Optimized expansion of implanted transcatheter aortic valves to reduce leaflet thickening
This trial will test whether using systematic extra balloon dilatation before and after TAVI reduces leaflet thickening on CT in people with severe symptomatic aortic stenosis who are not on long‑term blood thinners.
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Mapping tiny blood vessels inside thyroid nodules.
This project tries a super-resolution ultrasound scan to see if mapping tiny blood vessels can help doctors tell different kinds of thyroid nodules apart in adults with nodules or referred for surgery.
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Home-based multimodal prehabilitation for people awaiting CABG
This project will try a home-based program of exercise, nutrition, and psychological support to see if it is feasible and acceptable for adults waiting for elective coronary artery bypass graft surgery.
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Comparing self-guided and facilitator-guided virtual reality training for medical students
This study tests whether medical students learn better to manage critically ill children using self-guided virtual reality training or training led by a facilitator.
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Observational study on adults seeking treatment for gender incongruence
This study is looking to see how well current medical and surgical treatments for gender incongruence work and how satisfied adults are with them, to help improve care for transgender and gender-diverse individuals.
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Effects of combined exercise on quality of life for colorectal cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy
This study tests if an 18-week exercise program can improve the quality of life for colorectal cancer patients who are receiving chemotherapy.
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Effects of natural light on stroke recovery complications
This study tests if using natural light during rehab can help stroke patients feel less depressed and tired as they recover.
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Patient preferences for same-day bilateral eye injections of dexamethasone
This study is trying to see how patients feel about getting eye injections in both eyes on the same day instead of having to come back for separate visits.
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Oral antibiotics for treating bone and joint infections in children
This study is testing if giving oral antibiotics first can effectively and safely treat uncomplicated bone and joint infections in children and teens aged 3 months to 17 years.
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Treatment for dry mouth using stem cells in Sjögren's Syndrome patients
This study is testing whether injections of stem cells can help people with Sjögren's Syndrome who have dry mouth feel better and produce more saliva.
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Investigating cardiac issues in Fabry disease
This study is trying to understand how heart problems in people with Fabry disease are linked to inflammation and damage, using special imaging and blood tests to help improve diagnosis and treatment.
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Exercise for patients with low-risk myeloid cancers
This study is testing if a special exercise program can help people with low-risk myeloid cancers stay healthy and possibly prevent their condition from getting worse.
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Using antifungal medication to prevent complications after bladder removal surgery.
This study tests whether giving antifungal medicine to patients after bladder removal surgery can help prevent infections and other complications.
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Comparing video and in-person preoperative anaesthetic assessments
This study is testing whether video-based preoperative anaesthetic assessments are as safe and effective as in-person consultations for patients having ear, nose, throat, or dental surgeries.
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Using ketamine for sedation to protect the brain after cardiac arrest
This study is testing if using ketamine as a sedative can better protect the brains of adults who have survived a cardiac arrest compared to the usual sedative, propofol.
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Investigating the effects of prism adaptation on surgery outcomes for esophoria
This study is testing whether spending one hour or four hours using special glasses can help improve surgery results for people with esophoria.
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Testing targeted antibiotics to prevent infections after bladder surgery
This study is testing if using personalized antibiotics based on urine bacteria can help prevent infections after bladder surgery better than standard antibiotics.
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Monitoring glucose levels after kidney transplantation
This study looks at how glucose levels change in kidney transplant patients during the first two weeks after surgery to see if there are differences between those with diabetes, prediabetes, and no diabetes.
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Intensive care platform to test treatments for adults
This project will test different commonly used treatments to see which help adults who are acutely admitted to the ICU.
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Early transcatheter aortic valve replacement for critical aortic stenosis with cardiogenic shock
This study will test whether doing a transcatheter aortic valve implantation within 12 hours helps people with critical aortic stenosis and cardiogenic shock survive and recover better than stabilizing them first and treating later.
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Evaluating health care for young people with gender incongruence
This study looks at how well the health care program for young people with gender incongruence in Denmark is working by checking their physical health and mental well-being.
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Investigating metabolism in children with cerebral palsy and low muscle mass
This study is testing how metabolism works in children with cerebral palsy and low muscle mass compared to healthy kids to better understand their energy and protein needs.
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Using ebastine with docetaxel to treat advanced prostate cancer
This study is testing whether adding ebastine to the standard prostate cancer treatment with docetaxel can help men with advanced prostate cancer feel better and improve their health.
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Three-arm treatment test for intermediate-high risk pulmonary embolism in adults
This trial tests whether catheter-based embolectomy or low-dose thrombolysis or standard heparin alone can reduce clot burden in adults with acute intermediate-high risk pulmonary embolism.
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Effect of PENG Block on Pain After Hip Surgery
This study is testing if a new pain relief method called the PENG block can help people feel less pain after hip surgery compared to a placebo.
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Using 64Cu-DOTATATE PET imaging for diagnosing Lyme neuroborreliosis
This study is testing a new imaging method to see if it can help doctors better diagnose Lyme neuroborreliosis in patients who might have it.
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Examining metabolism in children with CNS tumors before and after treatment
This study is testing how metabolism changes in children with brain tumors before and after treatment compared to kids who have finished treatment and healthy kids.
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Monitoring complications during immunotherapy for blood cancers
This study is testing a new way to keep an eye on patients with blood cancers during immunotherapy to catch problems early and improve their safety and care.
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Genetic testing for embryo quality in women aged 37-41
This study is testing if a genetic test for embryo quality can help women aged 37 to 41 who are trying to get pregnant through fertility treatments have better chances of a successful pregnancy.
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Preventing chronic pain from getting worse using a virtual reality self-management program
This project will test whether a home-based virtual reality pain self-management program can reduce pain for adults in Denmark who have had non-cancer chronic pain for three months or more.
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Evaluating Large Neutral Amino Acids for Treating Phenylketonuria
This study is testing if Large Neutral Amino Acids can be a better treatment for adults with Phenylketonuria than the usual diet that limits phenylalanine.
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Investigating cardiometabolic health in mothers and children after assisted reproductive technology
This study is trying to understand the health of mothers and their children conceived through different methods, like frozen or fresh embryo transfers, to see how these methods affect their heart and metabolic health during and after pregnancy.
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Investigating kidney involvement in Fabry disease using MRI
This study is testing a new MRI method to see how Fabry disease affects kidney function by looking at oxygen levels in the kidneys compared to healthy individuals.
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Comparing device removal with antibiotic treatment for possible heart device infections
This study is testing whether removing heart devices along with antibiotics can help people with suspected infections do better than just taking antibiotics alone.
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Using fluorescence to assess bowel health during emergency surgery
This study is testing if a special dye can help surgeons see if the bowel is healthy during emergency surgery for patients with suspected bowel problems, to see if it leads to better outcomes and fewer follow-up surgeries.
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Infusion of iloprost for 72 hours in patients on mechanical ventilation with acute respiratory failure
This study is testing if giving a medication called iloprost for 72 hours can help patients on mechanical ventilation with severe breathing problems caused by infections feel better and live longer.
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Comparing immediate and postponed embryo transfer for infertility treatment
This study is testing whether transferring an embryo right after egg retrieval is just as effective as waiting to transfer it later for helping people with infertility have a baby.
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Testosterone treatment for boys with Klinefelter syndrome during puberty
This study tests if giving testosterone gel to boys aged 10-14 with Klinefelter syndrome can help improve their growth, body health, and brain development during puberty.
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Support and management for survivors of stem cell transplantation
This study is testing a new support program for people who have had stem cell transplants to see if it can help them feel better and improve their quality of life.
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Monitoring postoperative complications in cancer patients with a smart system
This study is testing a smart monitoring system that sends alerts about vital signs to see if it helps high-risk cancer patients recover better after surgery compared to regular monitoring.
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Immediate reimplantation of cardiac devices after infection removal
This study is testing whether putting heart devices back in right away after an infection is safer and more effective than waiting to do it later for patients with endocarditis and device infections.
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Investigating how reduced physical activity affects appetite in healthy men
This study is testing how cutting back on physical activity affects appetite and food choices in healthy men aged 40-55.
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Investigating the impact of HER2 receptor signaling on brown fat activity in breast cancer patients
This study is testing how the HER2 receptor affects brown fat activity in breast cancer patients to see if it plays a role in weight management after treatment.
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Lowering liver fat in people with type 2 diabetes
This trial will try a two-week very-low-calorie diet to see if lowering liver fat restores exercise-induced FGF21 secretion in people with type 2 diabetes.
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Using optical guidance for sentinel node biopsy in vulvar cancer
This study is testing if using special imaging techniques can help doctors better identify lymph nodes in women with vulvar cancer to improve their treatment options.
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Imaging activated macrophages in cardiac sarcoidosis using 64Cu-DOTATATE
This study is testing a new type of PET/CT scan using a special tracer to see if it can better identify heart inflammation caused by sarcoidosis in patients who may have the condition.
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Validation of vital sign monitor devices in clinical settings
This study is testing new vital sign monitor devices to see if they work as well as the standard equipment used in hospitals for patients undergoing surgery.
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Comparing two methods for diagnosing heart conditions in patients with non-ST elevation acute coronary syndrome
This study is testing if a non-invasive heart scan can safely and effectively diagnose heart conditions in patients with certain types of heart attacks, compared to the traditional invasive method.
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Understanding the intestinal immune system in newborns and its role in gastrointestinal diseases
This study looks at how the immune system in newborns develops and how it relates to serious gut problems like NEC and bowel atresia, by collecting samples from both preterm and term infants.
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Monitoring movement behavior in adolescents with cerebral palsy using wearable sensors
This study is testing a new way to use wearable sensors to track the movement of teenagers with cerebral palsy to see how active they are and if it can help identify any sleep problems.
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Using a new tool to support decisions for patients with ischemic heart disease
This study tests whether a new software tool can help doctors make better treatment decisions for patients with ischemic heart disease and improve their chances of staying out of the hospital.
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Using optical guidance for sentinel node biopsy in vulvar cancer
This study is testing if using a special dye can help doctors find lymph nodes in women with early-stage vulvar cancer, to see if it makes the procedure easier and more accurate.
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Comparing lifelong antibiotic therapy to stopping antibiotics for CIED infections
This study is testing if a 6-week course of antibiotics can help people with heart device infections who can’t have their device removed, and it will compare their results to those who stop taking antibiotics.
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Using cryotherapy to prevent nerve damage from breast cancer chemotherapy
This study is testing whether using cold therapy during chemotherapy can help prevent nerve damage in women with early-stage breast cancer.
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Assessing cognitive functioning in children and adolescents with cerebral palsy
This study is testing how well children and teens with cerebral palsy think and learn in school compared to kids without the condition to see if they need extra support.
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Early family-centered intervention for infants at high risk of cerebral palsy
This study is testing a new program called GO-PLAY to see if it can help infants at high risk for cerebral palsy develop better motor skills with support from their families and therapists.
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Investigating cognitive impairment in young cancer patients during and after chemotherapy
This study is testing how chemotherapy affects memory and attention in children and young adults with cancer to better understand their cognitive challenges during and after treatment.
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Copenhagen Baby Heart Study - Impact
This study looks at how common undetected heart problems are in newborns and their effects during early childhood, while also checking heart health in Danish kids.
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Early diagnosis and intervention for cerebral palsy in infants
This study is testing if an early diagnosis and intervention program can help infants at risk of cerebral palsy do better than just receiving standard care.
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Treatment options for full thickness macular holes
This study is testing two different surgery methods for treating full thickness macular holes to see which one helps people see better with fewer problems.
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Comparing two imaging methods for evaluating neuroblastoma in children
This study is testing which imaging method works better for spotting neuroblastoma in children by comparing two different techniques.
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Exercise program for patients with Post-Concussion Syndrome
This study tests whether a special exercise program can help people with Post-Concussion Syndrome feel better and improve their physical abilities after a mild brain injury.
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Investigating dizziness and muscle weakness in older colorectal cancer patients during chemotherapy
This study is testing whether a special exercise program and health check-ups can help older colorectal cancer patients feel less dizzy and improve their balance during chemotherapy.
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Online screening for mental health in children with heart defects
This study is testing an online screening tool to see if it can help identify mental health issues in children with heart defects and provide families with useful information and support.
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Using PET/CT to monitor head and neck cancer after treatment
This study is testing if a special imaging scan can help find any return of head and neck cancer in patients who have finished their treatment.
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Using semaglutide to manage high blood sugar after kidney transplants
This study is testing if semaglutide can help manage high blood sugar in people who have recently had a kidney transplant, while also looking at its effects on weight and kidney function.
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Infusion of donor lymphocytes after stem cell transplantation for AML/MDS
This study is testing whether adding donor lymphocyte infusions after stem cell transplants can help improve outcomes for adults with acute myeloid leukemia or myelodysplastic syndromes.
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Comparing two treatments for severe urinary symptoms in men with prostate enlargement
This study is testing whether a new heat treatment or a blood vessel blocking procedure can help men with prostate enlargement feel better and improve their urinary symptoms.
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Investigating Dexamethasone and Olanzapine in Heart Surgery
This study is testing different treatments and strategies during heart surgery to see if they can help patients recover faster and spend more days at home after the operation.
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Injections of incobotulinumtoxin-A for diabetic nerve pain in the legs
This study is testing if injections of a special medication can help people with diabetic nerve pain in their legs feel better and improve their quality of life.
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Identifying predictors for treatment response in major depression
This study is trying to find out what factors can help predict how well different treatments will work for people with major depression.
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Comparing non-pharmacological and analgesic approaches for surfactant treatment in premature infants
This study is testing if using a non-drug approach during surfactant treatment helps premature infants breathe better compared to using pain relief medication.
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Investigating the risks of anabolic steroid use in fitness communities in Denmark
This study looks at the long-term health risks of using anabolic steroids among recreational athletes in Denmark to see how it affects their heart, diabetes, reproductive health, and mental well-being.
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Using melatonin to prevent agitation in children after surgery
This study tests if giving melatonin to young children after surgery can help prevent confusion and restlessness as they wake up from anesthesia.
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Using precision medicine to improve epilepsy treatment
This study is trying to find out how certain tests can help predict how well people with epilepsy will respond to treatment and improve their quality of life.
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Improving end-of-life care for patients with hematological diseases
This study is trying a new way to improve end-of-life care for patients with blood cancers by helping them and their families have better conversations with doctors about treatment options and quality of life.
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Supplemental hydrocortisone for adrenal insufficiency during stress
This study is testing if adding hydrocortisone can help people with polymyalgia rheumatica or giant cell arteritis who have low adrenal function feel better during stressful times compared to a placebo.
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Combining azacitidine and low-dose venetoclax for treating acute myeloid leukemia
This study is testing if combining azacitidine with low-dose venetoclax can help older or less healthy patients with acute myeloid leukemia feel better and respond to treatment.
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Observing cognitive impairment in children with biliary atresia
This study looks at children with biliary atresia to see how their liver disease affects their thinking skills and what factors might contribute to any cognitive problems they have.
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Stereotactic radiotherapy for centrally and ultra-centrally located lung tumors
This study is testing a type of targeted radiation therapy for patients with lung tumors located in tricky spots to see how safe and effective it is.
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Optimizing treatment for pulmonary edema and heart failure
This study is testing which treatment works best for people with acute heart failure and pulmonary edema by comparing a diuretic, a vasodilator, and a combination of both.
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Fecal bacteriophage transfer to help preterm infants' gut health
This study is testing if giving preterm infants healthy gut bacteria from full-term babies can help improve their gut health and prevent serious digestive problems.
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Reduced blood-thinning strategy for heart attack patients at high risk of bleeding
This study is testing if a shorter course of blood-thinning medication can help heart attack patients who are at high risk of bleeding, while still protecting them from future heart problems.
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Investigation of blood mutations in elderly lymphoma patients
This study is testing how blood mutations affect older patients with B-cell Non-Hodgkin lymphoma during chemotherapy to see who might do better with standard treatments or newer options that have fewer side effects.
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Comparing stent treatments for chronic mesenteric ischemia
This study is testing whether covered stents work better than bare metal stents for people with chronic mesenteric ischemia to see which one helps them more after a year.
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Rehabilitation program for survivors of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest
This study tests if a personalized rehabilitation program can help people who survived a cardiac arrest return to work better than just regular care alone.
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Copenhagen Master Observational Program
This project will collect clinical data, patient-reported outcomes, and whole-genome sequencing to see how treatments affect adults with non-small cell lung cancer or breast cancer treated in Copenhagen.
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Using ketamine to treat severe acute brain injuries
This study is testing if S-ketamine can help people with severe brain injuries feel better and improve their recovery compared to a placebo.
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Evaluating clonidine to reduce emergence agitation in young children
This study is testing if a single dose of clonidine can help reduce confusion and agitation in young children aged 3 to 12 months after they wake up from anesthesia.
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Comparing the effects of two types of eye drops on eye health
This study tests whether eye drops with preservatives or preservative-free eye drops are better for eye health in people with glaucoma or high eye pressure.
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Investigating puberty onset in Danish children
This study looks at healthy Danish school children to see if they are starting puberty earlier than they did 15 years ago and what that might mean for their long-term health.
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Optimizing treatment for heart attack using advanced techniques
This study is testing if a new way of treating heart attacks using special techniques can help people with severe chest pain recover better than the usual treatment.
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Using Metformin to Prevent Leukemia in Patients with Preleukemia and Low-Risk MDS
This study is testing if the diabetes drug metformin can help prevent leukemia in people with preleukemia or low-risk blood disorders.
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Using advanced cardiac imaging to improve treatment for patients with chest pain
This study is testing if using advanced heart imaging techniques can help people with chest pain get better treatment and feel healthier compared to standard care.
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Preventing postpartum depression with estradiol treatment
This study is testing if a skin patch with estradiol can help prevent postpartum depression in pregnant women who have a history of depression.
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Assessing the benefits of ICD implantation in patients with coronary artery disease after cardiac arrest
This study is testing if getting an implantable defibrillator helps people with coronary artery disease who have survived a cardiac arrest feel better and live longer.
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Long-term follow-up on the prognostic value of BNP in heart failure patients with mechanical support
This study is trying to see if a blood test called BNP can help predict how well heart failure patients with mechanical support will do over the long term compared to those who have had a heart transplant or are on medication.
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ProTarget — Danish nationwide targeted cancer treatment based on genomic profiling
This study will try commercially available targeted cancer medicines chosen for adults with advanced cancer based on specific DNA or protein changes in their tumor.
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Investigating hypercalcemia caused by paraffin oil injections
This study is trying to understand the health risks of paraffin oil injections in young men, especially how they might cause high calcium levels in the blood.
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Using fish oil to reduce side effects in young patients with leukemia
This study is testing if fish oil can help reduce high cholesterol and triglyceride levels in children and young adults with leukemia who are undergoing treatment.
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How many clinical trials run by Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet are recruiting right now?
160, as of November 12, 2026. 1 of them was first registered in the last 30 days. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 20 countries. The most sites are in Denmark (158 trials), Sweden (8 trials), Finland (5 trials), Norway (4 trials), Netherlands (4 trials). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 4: 21, Phase 2: 9, Phase 1/2: 5, Phase 3: 5. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
Find the studies that fit you
A list is a starting point. Tell us your situation in your own words and we'll rank the studies that match and explain why. It's free and needs no account.