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• Understanding hemorrhage subtypes in perimesencephalic SAH and basilar artery perforator aneurysms

  This study tests whether different bleeding patterns in pmSAH, including potential basilar artery perforator aneurysms, relate to patient outcomes using a patient-reported EQ-5D measure.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT07923084

• Pediatric Outpatient Health Data Cohort in Switzerland

  This study tests the PROS-CH data-collection system in pediatric primary care to see if routine tools can build a useful cohort of children under age 2 for common health issues.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT07911228

• Pace-and-ablate strategy in atrial fibrillation: who benefits and long-term outcomes

  This study looks at adults with atrial fibrillation who underwent AV node ablation with permanent pacing to see who develops pacing-induced problems and how they do long-term.

  Recruiting at 5 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Zabrze and 4 other locations · NCT07852221

• Left vs right subthalamic nucleus deep brain stimulation: how it changes thinking and mood in Parkinson’s

  This study tests whether turning DBS on the left or the right side of the brain changes cognition and mood in people with Parkinson’s disease.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT07777419

• Depth of Argon Beam Coagulation in Ovarian Endometriomas

  This study tests how deeply Argon Beam Coagulation affects ovarian tissue during laparoscopic surgery for ovarian endometriomas in women aged 18-40.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern, Canton of Bern · NCT07711743

• LITT for ultra-early GBM recurrence within 1 week of pre-radiation planning

  This study tests whether a minimally invasive laser treatment can destroy an early GBM recurrence without delaying planned radiotherapy and chemotherapy.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT07616986

• MiRNA markers in septic shock patients

  This study tests whether microRNA patterns can help explain changes in immune marker HLA-DR on monocytes in adults with septic shock.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT07597122

• Digital lifestyle platform after rehabilitation to support self-management

  A digital, patient-facing platform is being tested to see if people who recently finished inpatient rehabilitation will use it and benefit from personalized lifestyle guidance at home.

  Recruiting at 2 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern, Canton of Bern and 1 other locations · NCT07597031

• Paired intracoronary OCT and coronary CT angiography to map plaque and blockages

  This project will test whether advanced coronary CT scans can provide the same detailed plaque and blockage information as invasive intracoronary optical coherence tomography (OCT) in adults with coronary artery disease who have both scans.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT07565805

• Night-to-night variability of physiological markers in home sleep apnea testing

  This study tests how stable both traditional and novel sleep apnea markers are from one night to the next in people undergoing home sleep apnea testing.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT07555119

• Training medical residents to use the Venous Excess Ultrasound (VExUS) score for bedside volume assessment

  This project tests whether in-person or remote training better teaches medical residents to use the VExUS ultrasound score for bedside volume checks in patients with acute heart failure.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT07541768

• Fecal microbiome signature of multi-strain probiotic supplementation in children and adolescents with inflammatory bowel disease

  We will test whether giving a multi-strain probiotic changes the gut microbiome in kids and teens with inflammatory bowel disease.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT07533890

• Giving Children a Voice in Pediatric Anesthesia

  This project tests whether asking children, parents, and clinicians about priorities can shape future pediatric anesthesia research in Switzerland.

  Recruiting at 7 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Aarau, Canton of Aargau and 6 other locations · NCT07524049

• Swiss follow-up of revision surgeries for infected joint replacements

  This project follows adults who have revision surgery for infected hip, knee, shoulder, elbow or ankle replacements to see which patient factors, bacteria, surgeries, and antibiotics are linked to cure.

  Recruiting at 5 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Aarau and 4 other locations · NCT07473089

• Pulmonary Fibrosis Learning and Self-Management Program (FILIP) for patients in rehab and outpatient care

  This study will try a blended digital education and self-management program for adults with fibrotic interstitial lung disease during pulmonary rehabilitation and outpatient ILD care to see if patients find it acceptable, practical, and linked to changes in health outcomes.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern and 1 other locations · NCT07457463

• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation with balloon occlusion of the descending aorta for hospitalized patients

  This trial will test whether adding a balloon occlusion of the descending aorta (REBOA) to standard ACLS helps people having an in-hospital cardiac arrest regain and keep a pulse.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT07434726

• Early response to Eylea 8 mg in neovascular (wet) age-related macular degeneration

  This observational project will try Eylea (aflibercept) 8 mg eye injections to see how retinal fluid and vision change over the first two months in people with active neovascular AMD.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT07434713

• Using navigated transcranial magnetic stimulation to guide radiosurgery planning near the motor cortex

  This project will test whether using nTMS after surgery can help plan stereotactic radiosurgery so people who had a brain metastasis removed near the motor cortex keep their motor function.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT07415668

• Self‑report questionnaire to spot inherited cancer risk in children and teens

  This project will test whether a caregiver- or patient-completed questionnaire plus a short pre-visit brochure can help identify children and adolescents with an inherited cancer predisposition and improve caregiver genetics knowledge and satisfaction.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT07378423

• How synthetic nicotine and nicotine analogues behave in the body when vaped

  This study tests synthetic nicotine and related nicotine analogues in vapes to see how they move through and act in the body compared with regular nicotine.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT07348224

• Hormone replacement therapy and respiratory infection risk in postmenopausal women

  This project tests whether hormone replacement therapy changes the chance and severity of respiratory infections in postmenopausal women who wear a smartwatch for six months.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT07292857

• Pacing decisions guided by risk for pacing-induced heart muscle weakness

  This study tests a risk score to predict pacing-induced cardiomyopathy in adults getting heart rhythm devices, to tailor pacing choices.

  Recruiting at 2 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Canberra, Australian Capital Territory and 12 other locations · NCT07276139

• Real-time intracardiac ultrasound to guide ablation of ventricular arrhythmias

  It tests whether using ultrasound inside the heart during PVC or VT ablation can reduce X-ray exposure for adults having these procedures.

  Recruiting at 2 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Basel and 1 other locations · NCT07201506

• Landiolol to prevent fast heart rates during major non-cardiac surgery in patients with cardiovascular risk

  This will test whether giving the ultra‑short acting beta‑blocker landiolol to people over 45 with cardiovascular risk factors who are having major non‑cardiac surgery can keep heart rate below 90 bpm throughout the perioperative period and reduce heart injury.

  Recruiting Phase 4 Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT07168421

• Mio-Training: a metacognitive program for children and adolescents with ADHD

  This trial tests whether the Mio-Training—a set of cognitive and coordination exercises with metacognitive questions—helps children and adolescents (ages 8–16) with ADHD improve thinking skills and self-awareness.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT07162831

• Early exercise-based rehabilitation for adults hospitalized with acute pulmonary embolism

  This trial tries an early, supervised exercise and education program for adults hospitalized with acute pulmonary embolism to see if it prevents long-term breathlessness and improves quality of life.

  Recruiting at 6 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Aarau and 5 other locations · NCT07143539

• Ultrasound method to measure how soft or firm thyroid nodules are before surgery

  We will try a painless ultrasound technique to measure how compressible (soft or firm) thyroid nodules are in adults with Bethesda IV biopsy results who are scheduled for surgery.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT07102264

• Endovascular reopening of chronically blocked intracranial arteries

  This project will try endovascular recanalization to reopen chronically blocked brain arteries in people with symptomatic intracranial large-vessel occlusions to see if it is safe and improves outcomes.

  Recruiting at 2 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Essen and 1 other locations · NCT07072026

• Personalized compartment-sparing postoperative radiation for head and neck cancer

  This trial tests whether targeted, compartment-sparing postoperative radiation can reduce side effects while keeping cancer control for people with surgically treated head and neck squamous cell carcinoma.

  Recruiting at 3 sites Phase 2 Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Basel and 2 other locations · NCT07058805

• Improving finger joint motion with exercise orthoses

  This study is testing if two types of exercise braces can help people with stiff finger joints move better after hand injuries.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern, Canton of Bern · NCT06985459

• Investigating brain aging in adults with phenylketonuria

  This study looks at how living with phenylketonuria (PKU) affects brain aging and thinking skills in adults who have followed a special diet since they were babies.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06969209

• Heart assessment to check repeat-stroke risk in people with atrial fibrillation

  This project will test whether detailed heart examinations can find which people with atrial fibrillation who just had an ischemic stroke are at high risk of having another stroke.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06954610

• Using low-dose ketamine during surgery to treat endometriosis pain

  This study is testing if giving low-dose ketamine during surgery can help reduce pain and improve recovery for people with endometriosis.

  Recruiting Phase 4 Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06951802

• Investigating how anti-seizure medications affect brain excitability in epilepsy patients

  This study is testing how anti-seizure medications change brain activity in adults with epilepsy by comparing measurements taken when they are on the medication to when they are not.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06892457

• Dietary strategies for managing Glycogen Storage Disease Type I

  This study tests if allowing adults with Glycogen Storage Disease Type I to eat more foods with fructose and galactose can improve their quality of life without causing health problems.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern and 1 other locations · NCT06852612

• Exploring moral distress and resilience in neonatal care providers

  This study looks at how often neonatal care providers feel moral distress and burnout in their challenging jobs to see what factors contribute to these feelings and how to help them cope better.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06836323

• Using wearable data to improve cardiovascular risk predictions in women

  This study is testing if information from wearable devices can help better predict heart disease risk in women aged 40-69 when usual health measurements aren't available.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06831890

• Using an app to improve quality of life for patients with endometriosis

  This study is testing whether using an app can help improve the quality of life and reduce pain for people with endometriosis.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06821217

• Total versus partial pancreas removal for cancers of the pancreatic head, distal bile duct, and ampulla

  This research will see if removing the entire pancreas instead of just the head improves survival without lowering quality of life for people with cancers of the pancreatic head, distal bile duct, or ampulla who are at high risk of a postoperative pancreatic leak.

  Recruiting at 10 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Münster and 9 other locations · NCT06801899

• Removal of the primary small-intestine neuroendocrine tumor versus systemic therapy alone

  This project tries to see if removing the main small-intestine neuroendocrine tumor helps people with incurable metastatic disease live longer or avoid future problems, compared with treating them with systemic therapy alone.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06787014

• Digital device for reading allergy skin prick tests

  This study is testing a new digital device to see if it can read allergy skin prick tests more accurately than the traditional manual method.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06743737

• School-based program to prevent rheumatic heart disease in children in endemic regions

  The program will try to prevent rheumatic heart disease in schoolchildren aged 5–16 by placing trained nurses in schools to teach about strep throat, provide assessment and treatment, and help ensure ongoing antibiotic prevention for those at risk.

  Recruiting at 2 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Kathmandu and 1 other locations · NCT06720272

• Evaluating a new imaging technique for stroke treatment

  This study is testing a new imaging method to see if it can give doctors better information during stroke treatment to help them make more informed decisions.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Basel and 1 other locations · NCT06691230

• Using fremanezumab to prevent menstrual migraines

  This study is testing if a new migraine treatment called fremanezumab works just as well for menstrual migraines as it does for other types of migraines in women who have frequent headaches.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06659120

• Empagliflozin and personalized diet for preventing calcium kidney stones

  This study tests whether the diabetes drug empagliflozin plus tailored dietary counseling can reduce recurrent calcium kidney stones in adults.

  Recruiting at 9 sites Phase 3 Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Amiens and 20 other locations · NCT06653738

• Maximal Medical Care for Intracerebral Hemorrhage (ICH) – Pilot

  This pilot test checks whether a maximal medical care bundle for ICH patients is feasible and safe to use in the first 72 hours.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06648369

• Space-expanding skull shield used during decompressive surgery for severe stroke

  This trial will try placing a custom space‑expanding skull shield at the time of decompressive hemicraniectomy to let the brain swell safely and reduce the need for a second skull-replacement surgery in adults with malignant middle cerebral artery stroke.

  Recruiting at 6 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Aarau and 5 other locations · NCT06638385

• Using AI to predict Parkinson's risk in patients with REM sleep behavior disorder

  This study is testing if using artificial intelligence to analyze brain scans can help identify people with REM sleep behavior disorder who are at risk of developing Parkinson's disease.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06629207

• Using ultrasound in emergency medical services in Switzerland

  This study is testing whether using ultrasound by helicopter emergency medical teams in Switzerland can help improve patient care and decision-making before they reach the hospital.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Zurich, Canton of Zurich · NCT06602856

• Evaluating the safety and effectiveness of thrombolysis in stroke patients on blood thinners

  This study is testing if giving a specific treatment for stroke along with regular care can help people who have taken blood thinners feel better after a stroke.

  Recruiting at 70 sites Phase 4 Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Eisenstadt and 108 other locations · NCT06571149

• Assessing coronary artery disease in patients undergoing TAVI

  This study is testing whether a non-invasive way to check for heart artery problems is better than the usual invasive method for patients with severe aortic stenosis who are getting a new heart valve.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06559332

• Evaluating thrombolysis safety in stroke patients who recently took anticoagulants

  This study is testing if giving a clot-busting treatment to stroke patients who recently took blood thinners is safe and helps them recover better.

  Recruiting at 18 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Innsbruck and 32 other locations · NCT06556446

• Measuring changes in lung artery pressure using a non-invasive method in ICU patients

  This study is testing if a new non-invasive method called electrical impedance tomography can safely and accurately measure lung artery pressure in critically ill patients in the ICU.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06544148

• Sensory nerve stimulation to improve hand and arm function in children with hemiparesis

  This trial will try adding 5 weeks of sensory afferent electrostimulation (SAES) to usual therapy to see if it helps children aged 6–18 with hemiparesis improve sensation and movement in the affected upper limb.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06536634

• Rehabilitation program for patients with chronic diseases

  This study is testing a rehabilitation program to see if it helps people with long-term illnesses like cancer and heart disease feel better and improve their overall health.

  Recruiting at 2 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Heiligenschwendi, Canton of Bern and 1 other locations · NCT06516172

• Comparing two devices for inducing labor in women with a previous C-section

  This study is testing two devices to see which one helps women who had a previous C-section have a quicker and safer labor.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06506721

• End sleepless nights during perimenopause.

  This trial will test whether hormone replacement therapy or weekly cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia helps perimenopausal women with insomnia sleep better than weekly sleep-hygiene advice.

  Recruiting Phase 4 Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06497894

• Improving brain surgery monitoring techniques

  This study is testing new ways to monitor brain activity during surgery to help prevent movement and reduce the chance of patients having motor problems after the operation.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06480370

• Mio app training to boost thinking and physical skills in children and teens after cancer

  This project will test whether the Mio app's combined thinking exercises and physical tasks can help children and adolescents (ages 8–16) who have finished cancer treatment improve their awareness of thinking and executive skills.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06464237

• Prophylactic use of Tocilizumab to prevent complications after CAR-T therapy

  This study is testing if giving Tocilizumab before or during CAR-T therapy can help prevent serious side effects like cytokine release syndrome and neurotoxicity in patients with B-cell cancers.

  Recruiting Phase 2 Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern, Canton of Bern · NCT06430736

• Evaluating platelet function after cardiac surgery using different blood salvage devices

  This study tests which of two blood-saving devices used during heart surgery does a better job of keeping platelets healthy to help patients recover faster.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06405516

• Using a rocking bed to improve sleep in Parkinson's disease patients

  This study is testing whether a special rocking bed can help improve sleep and overall well-being for people with Parkinson's disease.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern and 1 other locations · NCT06386497

• Online adaptive radiotherapy for esophageal cancer

  This study tests if a new way of giving radiation therapy can help reduce lung side effects for patients with esophageal cancer who are also getting surgery and chemotherapy.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06361043

• Lowering pneumothorax risk during CT-guided lung biopsy with small pleural fluid and targeted positioning

  This study will see if injecting a small amount of fluid into the pleural space and positioning the patient so the biopsy site is gravity-dependent can lower the chance of a pneumothorax in adults having CT-guided percutaneous lung biopsy.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06340178

• Investigating a new imaging tracer for diagnosing giant cell arteritis

  This study is testing a new imaging method called AzaFol-PET/CT to see if it can better diagnose giant cell arteritis in people aged 50 and older compared to the current standard method.

  Recruiting Phase 2 Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06335888

• Understanding vaccine immunity in patients treated with CAR-T cell therapy

  This study is trying to see how well vaccines work in patients with blood cancers who have had CAR-T therapy and if they need different vaccination plans to stay protected.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06333275

• Using intranasal midazolam to treat anxiety in palliative care patients

  This study is testing whether a nasal spray of midazolam can help reduce anxiety in patients receiving palliative care.

  Recruiting at 4 sites Phase 2 Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Basel, Canton of Basel-City and 4 other locations · NCT06330584

• E-health intervention to reduce smoking exposure in children

  This study is testing a new app for parents to help reduce secondhand smoke exposure for children under six years old and see if it improves their health.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06311162

• Biliary intraductal radiofrequency ablation added to standard care in unresectable extrahepatic biliary tract cancer

  This trial tests whether adding biliary radiofrequency ablation to standard systemic therapy helps patients with unresectable bile duct cancer see benefits from treatment.

  Recruiting Phase 2 Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern and 3 other locations · NCT06274879

• Long-term outcomes for rectal cancer patients treated with organ preservation methods

  This study tests how well organ-preserving treatments work for rectal cancer patients who respond well to initial therapy, helping them avoid major surgery and improve their long-term quality of life.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06249672

• Comparative study of brain aging in healthy individuals and those with multiple sclerosis

  This study is testing new MRI techniques to see how brain aging differs between healthy people and those with multiple sclerosis.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern, Canton of Bern · NCT06221631

• E-health intervention for preventing childhood obesity

  This study is testing whether an app for parents can help kids aged 6-12 who are overweight learn healthier habits and improve their overall well-being.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06208345

• Measuring the effects of Tranexamic Acid during heart surgery

  This study tests different doses of Tranexamic Acid during heart surgery to see if it can help reduce blood loss and the need for blood transfusions.

  Recruiting Phase 4 Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06128330

• Prospective review of airway management incidents in adult anesthesia care

  This project will record airway management for adults having anesthesia at several hospitals to see how often and what types of airway problems happen.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Berlin and 4 other locations · NCT06117176

• Using indapamide and chlorthalidone to prevent kidney stones

  This study is testing whether two long-lasting medications, indapamide and chlorthalidone, can help prevent kidney stones better than a shorter-acting medication called hydrochlorothiazide.

  Recruiting Phase 2 Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT06111885

• Identifying New Cancer After Ischemic Stroke in High-Risk Patients

  This study is trying to see if people who had an ischemic stroke and have high D-dimer levels are more likely to be diagnosed with hidden cancer within a year.

  Recruiting at 3 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Lausanne, Canton of Vaud and 2 other locations · NCT06100718

• Closing the left atrial appendage for patients with atrial fibrillation and stroke despite blood thinners

  This study tests if closing a small part of the heart can help people with atrial fibrillation who have had a stroke while on blood thinners, to see if it lowers their chances of having another stroke.

  Recruiting at 32 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bruges and 33 other locations · NCT05976685

• Optimizing oxygen flow rates during intubation in neonates and infants

  This study tests whether using low or high oxygen flow rates during intubation helps newborns and infants breathe better and have safer outcomes.

  Recruiting at 10 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and 10 other locations · NCT05967507

• Using P2Y12 inhibitors alone for patients with atrial fibrillation getting stents

  This study is testing if using just one type of blood thinner for a month, followed by a different one, is safer and just as effective for people with atrial fibrillation who are getting heart stents, compared to the usual combination of three blood thinners.

  Recruiting at 5 sites Phase 4 Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Hasselt and 14 other locations · NCT05955365

• Continuous fever monitoring with wearable in pediatric cancer patients

  A wearable device continuously monitors body temperature in kids undergoing cancer treatment to see if automated fever alerts can shorten antibiotic use.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT05940766

• Evaluating breathing support methods for preterm infants

  This study is testing whether a new breathing support method called nasal high flow therapy can help stable preterm infants with breathing problems feel more comfortable compared to the traditional method.

  Recruiting at 2 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Mainz, Rhineland-Palatinate and 1 other locations · NCT05908227

• Using voice recordings to monitor laryngeal and hypopharyngeal cancer recurrence

  This study is testing if regular voice recordings can help keep track of cancer returning in patients who have finished treatment for laryngeal and hypopharyngeal cancer.

  Recruiting at 2 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern and 1 other locations · NCT05894070

• Assessing critical events in children undergoing tracheal intubation

  This study looks at what happens during tracheal intubation in children to see if there are ways to make the process safer.

  Recruiting at 8 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Boston, Massachusetts and 7 other locations · NCT05804188

• Comparing surgery and non-surgery for thoracolumbar burst fractures

  This study is testing whether surgery or wearing a brace is better for people with certain types of back fractures that don’t affect their nerves.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern and 1 other locations · NCT05769114

• Using speech analysis to understand emotions, movement, and cognition in Parkinson's disease

  This study tests if analyzing speech can help understand changes in movement, emotions, and thinking in people with Parkinson's disease to improve their treatment.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Prague and 1 other locations · NCT05765110

• Understanding the prognosis of cerebral small vessel disease

  This study looks at how different types of cerebral small vessel disease affect the health and future outcomes of patients, including issues like bleeding in the brain and memory problems.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT05734378

• Using an algorithm to tailor antiplatelet therapy after heart procedures

  This study is testing whether using a special scoring system to decide how long heart patients should take their blood-thinning medication after getting a stent can lead to better health outcomes compared to the usual method.

  Recruiting at 4 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Banja Luka and 3 other locations · NCT05732701

• Improving decision-making for patients with aortic valve stenosis

  This study tests if a new way of helping patients with severe aortic stenosis make treatment choices can improve their satisfaction and outcomes compared to standard care.

  Recruiting at 2 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern and 1 other locations · NCT05711186

• Understanding silent strokes and their risk factors

  This study looks at silent strokes in patients to see what risk factors might help prevent future strokes and improve treatment.

  Recruiting at 2 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Tours and 1 other locations · NCT05685069

• Understanding postpartum pulmonary artery pressure in women with preeclampsia and antiphospholipid syndrome

  This study looks at the heart health of women who had high blood pressure during pregnancy and also have a specific blood condition, to see how these issues affect them after childbirth.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT05679206

• Cognitive recovery after a first anterior ischemic stroke

  This project tests whether early cognitive tests, personal factors, and levels of physical activity can predict thinking and memory changes over three years in adults after a first anterior ischemic stroke.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT05653141

• Investigating Treosulfan for Myeloma Treatment

  This study is testing if a chemotherapy drug called treosulfan can help improve treatment for people with multiple myeloma who are preparing for a stem cell transplant.

  Recruiting Phase 2 Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT05636787

• School-centered prevention program for latent rheumatic heart disease in children

  This study is testing a school program in Nepal to see if it can help find and treat throat infections early to prevent heart problems in children aged 5 to 16.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Tulsi̇̄pur · NCT05504928

• Evaluating the effects of statin continuation versus discontinuation in older adults with subclinical atherosclerosis

  This study is testing whether older adults with early signs of heart disease do better if they keep taking their statin medication or if they stop it.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT05482399

• Evaluating the effects of continuing or stopping statins in older adults with multiple health conditions

  This study is testing whether older adults with multiple health issues feel better and have fewer heart problems if they keep taking statins or stop taking them.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT05482386

• Exploring the link between immunoglobulin deficiency and fatigue in multiple sclerosis patients

  This study is trying to see if low levels of a certain antibody in people with multiple sclerosis can be a cause of their fatigue and if treating it could help them feel better.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern, Canton of Bern · NCT05357781

• Investigating brain changes in patients with central poststroke pain

  This study is trying to see how brain changes relate to pain in people aged 18-75 who have had a stroke, to help improve diagnosis and treatment for central poststroke pain.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT05335668

• Using an implantable cardiac monitor to find atrial fibrillation in patients with MINOCA

  This study is testing whether an implantable heart monitor can help find atrial fibrillation in patients who have had a heart attack with non-blocked arteries.

  Recruiting at 2 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern and 1 other locations · NCT05326828

• Study of human organoids to understand host-microbe interactions

  This study is trying to see how the tiny organisms in our gut interact with our body by using samples from people getting endoscopies to grow mini versions of their intestines.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT05323357

• Comparing early and delayed aortic valve replacement for patients with moderate aortic stenosis and mitral regurgitation

  This study is testing whether getting aortic valve replacement sooner or later is better for people with moderate aortic stenosis and mitral regurgitation.

  Recruiting at 3 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern and 2 other locations · NCT05310461

• Using Burst Deep Brain Stimulation to Treat Neuropathic Pain

  This study is testing a new way of using brain stimulation to see if it can help people with chronic nerve pain feel better compared to the usual method.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT05204472

• Improving speech in Parkinson's patients with deep brain stimulation

  This study is testing if deep brain stimulation can improve speech quality in people with Parkinson's disease while also looking at how medication affects their speech.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Prague and 1 other locations · NCT05182892

• Improving non-invasive monitoring of metabolite levels using MR spectroscopy techniques

  This study is testing new MRI techniques to see if they can better measure certain substances in healthy people’s bodies over time or after exercise.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern, PhD · NCT05165537

• Investigating Rivaroxaban and Apixaban in Patients with Liver Cirrhosis

  This study is testing how well the blood thinners rivaroxaban and apixaban work in people with liver cirrhosis to see if they can improve treatment options for them.

  Recruiting Phase 1 Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT04874428

• High dose steroids for children with stroke

  This study is testing if giving high dose steroids along with regular treatment can help children who have had a stroke feel better and prevent future strokes.

  Recruiting at 30 sites Phase 3 Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Randwick, New South Wales and 34 other locations · NCT04873583

• Evaluating the usefulness of cardiovascular CT imaging for predicting outcomes

  This study is trying to see if heart scans can help predict serious health issues and outcomes for patients with heart problems over a 10-year period.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT04827316

• Impact of Oxygen Levels on Heart Function During Surgery

  This study is testing whether giving higher or normal oxygen levels during surgery can affect heart function in patients with coronary artery disease.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT04808401

• Registry for cardiac amyloidosis patients in Switzerland

  This study is collecting information from patients with cardiac amyloidosis in Switzerland to see how their condition changes over time and to find out who might benefit from a new treatment.

  Recruiting at 7 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Basel and 6 other locations · NCT04776824

• Measuring quality and outcomes in urological patients

  This study is trying to gather information from patients with urological conditions to see how well different treatments are working and improve care.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Biel and 1 other locations · NCT04763538

• Iyengar Yoga's effects on postmenopausal women's health

  This study is testing if a 12-week Iyengar Yoga program can help improve the health and well-being of postmenopausal women.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT04705623

• Early removal of chest tubes after minor lung surgeries

  This study tests if taking out chest tubes on the same day as minor lung surgeries can help patients recover better and avoid complications.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT04670523

• Exploring the link between the eye's microbiome and immune system in dry eye disease

  This study looks at the eye's bacteria and immune system in people with and without dry eye disease to see how they might be connected and what could help improve symptoms.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT04658238

• Comparing outcomes of left atrial appendage closure in patients with atrial fibrillation

  This study looks at how well different methods of closing a part of the heart help people with atrial fibrillation and what factors might affect the results over time.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT04628078

• Preventing pelvic prolapse after hysterectomy using laparoscopic techniques

  This study is testing if a special stitching method used during laparoscopic surgery can better prevent pelvic prolapse after a hysterectomy compared to the usual stitching method.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT04560543

• Registry for assessing coronary artery anomalies

  This study looks at patients with unusual heart arteries to see how common they are and how they might affect heart health.

  Recruiting at 2 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern and 1 other locations · NCT04475289

• Prehabilitation program for elderly patients undergoing major surgery

  This study tests if a special program that includes exercise, better nutrition, and other health improvements can help older patients recover better after major surgery compared to standard care.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern, Canton of Bern · NCT04461301

• Monitoring Atrial Fibrillation in Patients with Silent Brain Lesions

  This study is testing if older adults with unnoticed brain damage have a higher chance of developing atrial fibrillation by using a special heart monitor over two years.

  Recruiting at 6 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Graz and 7 other locations · NCT04449523

• Tracking the development of healthy infant gut bacteria in Bern

  This study is looking at how healthy babies' gut bacteria grow and change during their first two years of life by following 250 pregnant moms and their kids for ten years.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT04447742

• Validation of new scales for non-motor symptoms in Parkinson's Disease

  This study is testing two new tools to help understand and measure non-motor symptoms like mood changes and feelings of shame in people with Parkinson's Disease.

  Recruiting at 2 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Besançon and 7 other locations · NCT04366804

• Investigating outcomes after treatment for pulmonary embolism

  This study looks at how well different treatments for pulmonary embolism work and how safe they are for patients, using data from a team of experts.

  Recruiting at 2 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern, Canton of Bern and 1 other locations · NCT04355975

• Restricting Dexamethasone Use in Glioblastoma Treatment

  This study is testing if newly diagnosed glioblastoma patients can do well without the usual steroid treatment to see if it helps them avoid side effects and improve their outcomes.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Sankt Gallen, St.Gallen and 3 other locations · NCT04266977

• Comparing clinical surveillance to anticoagulation for low-risk patients with isolated pulmonary embolism

  This study is testing whether low-risk patients with isolated pulmonary embolism can safely be monitored without blood thinners instead of taking them.

  Recruiting at 29 sites Phase 4 Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Woluwe-Saint-Lambert, Brussels Capital and 39 other locations · NCT04263038

• Metabolic analysis of brain tumors using advanced MRI techniques

  This study is testing advanced MRI techniques to see if they can help identify specific changes in brain tumors that could improve treatment and survival for patients with gliomas.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT04233788

• Registry for patients receiving ECMO or Impella devices

  This study is gathering information from patients who are receiving ECMO or Impella devices to see how well these treatments work for heart problems.

  Recruiting at 5 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Basel and 4 other locations · NCT04117230

• Comparing voice quality after laser surgery and targeted radiotherapy for larynx cancer

  This study is testing whether laser surgery or targeted radiotherapy is better for preserving voice quality in patients with early-stage larynx cancer.

  Recruiting at 4 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Paris and 3 other locations · NCT04057209

• Impact of fluid type on outcomes in patients with subarachnoid hemorrhage

  This study tests whether using different types of IV fluids can improve recovery for patients who have had a subarachnoid hemorrhage.

  Recruiting at 3 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Sankt Gallen, Canton of St. Gallen and 2 other locations · NCT04043598

• Understanding how early lung health and infections affect lung disease in children with cystic fibrosis

  This study looks at how lung health and infections in young children with cystic fibrosis affect their lung growth and disease progression to find ways to help them breathe better.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT04026360

• Cytokine removal in critically ill patients with infective endocarditis

  This study is testing if a treatment that removes certain immune proteins can help critically ill patients with infective endocarditis recover better after heart surgery.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT03892174

• Comparing imaging techniques for assessing coronary artery disease

  This study is testing if a new imaging technique called optical coherence tomography can better measure blockages in heart arteries compared to traditional methods for patients with certain heart conditions.

  Recruiting at 13 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Clermont-Ferrand and 12 other locations · NCT03820492

• Core muscle training to prevent hernias and pain after abdominal surgery

  This study is testing if doing core muscle exercises right after abdominal surgery can help prevent hernias and reduce pain afterwards for patients.

  Recruiting at 3 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Koblenz and 4 other locations · NCT03808584

• Understanding the connection between heart and brain in acute ischemic stroke

  This study looks at how heart problems can cause strokes and aims to improve the way doctors diagnose heart attacks in stroke patients to help them get better treatment.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern, Canton of Bern · NCT03720522

• Analyzing patient outcomes after bariatric surgery

  This study looks at how patients feel and recover after bariatric surgery to see if certain factors can predict their pain and quality of life in the years following the procedure.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT03490630

• Analyzing genetic factors affecting pain after surgery

  This study is trying to see if certain genes can help explain why some people have more pain after surgery than others, to improve pain management for those patients.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT03489499

• Testing cosmetics for skin compatibility

  This study is testing new and reformulated cosmetics on people's skin to see if they cause any irritation or allergic reactions.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT03024671

• Understanding Intracranial Artery Dissection and its Impact on Stroke

  This study is trying to learn more about intracranial artery dissection, a cause of stroke in young adults, to better understand its effects and how to manage it.

  Recruiting at 3 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Osaka, Kansai and 2 other locations · NCT02756091

• Surgery for patients with recurrent glioblastoma

  This study is testing if surgery to remove tumors can help people with recurrent glioblastoma live longer when combined with other treatments, compared to just getting those treatments alone.

  Recruiting at 23 sites Phase 2 Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Innsbruck and 24 other locations · NCT02394626

• Comparing Botulinum Toxin A and Steroids for Heel Pain Treatment

  This study is testing whether Botulinum Toxin A injections can help people with chronic heel pain feel better compared to cortisone injections.

  Recruiting at 2 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern and 1 other locations · NCT02196155

• Analyzing genetic factors affecting surgery outcomes

  This study is trying to see how genetic differences might affect the recovery and complications people experience after elective surgery.

  Recruiting Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern · NCT02124499

• Understanding hereditary thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura and its genetic factors

  This study is trying to learn more about hereditary thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura by gathering information from patients and their families to see how genetics affect the condition and its treatment.

  Recruiting at 6 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and 6 other locations · NCT01257269

• Swiss Diabetes Registry for patients with diabetes

  This study is collecting information from diabetes patients in Switzerland to see how well their treatment matches current guidelines and to improve care for everyone with diabetes.

  Recruiting at 4 sites Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern · Bern and 3 other locations · NCT01179815

Quick answers

How many clinical trials run by Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern are recruiting right now?

140, as of November 12, 2026. 2 of them were 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 34 countries. The most sites are in Switzerland (138 trials), Germany (19 trials), France (11 trials), Spain (6 trials), United Kingdom (6 trials). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.

What phases are they in?

Phase 2: 8, Phase 4: 7, Phase 3: 2, Phase 1: 1. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.

How do I join one?

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