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Clinical trials and research at Umeå University
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 36 clinical trials run by Umeå University that are recruiting, at sites in 3 countries (most in Sweden (35), Belgium (1), Turkey (Türkiye) (1)). By phase: Phase 3 (1). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 36Clinical trials
- 3Countries
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All recruiting trials (36)
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Postoperative nausea, vomiting and pain after bariatric surgery in Sweden
This study looks at how often people have nausea, vomiting, and pain after bariatric surgery in Sweden and whether anesthesia type or regional blocks affect those outcomes.
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Medication effects on eye movements and autonomic function in children and teens with ADHD
This study tests how ADHD medication influences eye movements and autonomic nervous system signals in kids and teens with ADHD.
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Five Digits Test: a quick inhibition test for adults with ADHD or autism
This project will test whether the Five Digits Test is a quick, language-light way to measure inhibition in adults with ADHD or autism.
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Local radiotherapy for bladder cancer in patients not eligible for curative treatment
This trial tests whether adding local hypofractionated adaptive radiotherapy to standard care can improve survival and reduce symptoms for bladder cancer patients who aren’t candidates for curative treatment.
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Heparin-binding protein and lung edema in ICU patients
This will test whether blood levels of heparin-binding protein relate to lung fluid and total fluid balance in adult ICU patients monitored with a PiCCO device.
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Single-stapled colorectal anastomosis for left-sided colon surgery.
This will try a single-stapled method to reconnect the colon in adults having planned left-sided colorectal surgery to see if it lowers the risk of leaks compared with the usual double-stapled method.
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Blended trauma-focused CBT with compassion for adolescents with PTSD
This trial will test whether a blended program combining an app and face-to-face trauma-focused CBT with added compassion elements helps adolescents (12–17) with PTSD compared with standard TF-CBT.
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How antibiotics versus fecal transplants affect recovery from C. difficile infection
This project will see how antibiotics and fecal microbiota transplant (FMT) affect adults with C. difficile infection by tracking recovery and biological changes over time.
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Pre‑surgery optimisation for ventral hernia repair
This trial tests whether a structured pre-surgery programme to boost activity, encourage weight loss, and optimise other health problems helps adults with 4–8 cm ventral hernias have fewer complications after surgery.
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Person-centred nutritional education to promote a healthy Nordic diet for adults with Type 1 diabetes
This project tests whether person-centred nutrition education that supports a healthy Nordic diet can improve blood sugar time-in-range in adults with Type 1 diabetes compared with brief dietary information.
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Tät®II app for treating urgency and mixed urinary incontinence
This project will test whether using the Tät®II app for 15 weeks helps women 18 and older who have urgency or mixed urinary incontinence after a doctor's assessment.
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Mapping blood pressure and brain blood flow during anesthesia
This study tests how blood pressure affects blood flow to the brain during anesthesia to help keep patients safe during surgery.
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Examining the effects of food intake on brain activity in anorexia nervosa
This study is testing how eating different types of food affects brain activity and stress responses in young women with anorexia nervosa compared to healthy volunteers.
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Investigating the effects of sacral neuromodulation on fecal incontinence and the external anal sphincter
This study is trying to see how a treatment called sacral neuromodulation can help people with fecal incontinence by looking at changes in the muscles around the anus.
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Support for neurodevelopment in preterm infants through responsive parenting and e-health
This study tests a new online program to see if it can help parents of very preterm infants support their babies' brain development and overall growth by encouraging responsive parenting.
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Deep brain stimulation for severe obsessive-compulsive disorder
This study is testing if deep brain stimulation can help people with severe obsessive-compulsive disorder who haven't found relief with other treatments.
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Assessing knee osteoarthritis in patients with tibial plateau fractures in Norrbotten
This study looks at how common knee osteoarthritis is in people from Norrbotten, Sweden who had tibial plateau fractures, and it also checks how different factors might affect their recovery.
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Exploring causes and treatments for postural puncture headache
This study is trying to understand what causes post-dural puncture headaches and how treatments like epidural blood patches can help people who get them after a lumbar puncture.
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Investigating the impact of fluid removal speed on heart strain during dialysis
This study tests if changing how quickly fluid is removed during dialysis can help reduce heart strain in adults who have gained weight between treatments.
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Investigating pain and nausea after gallbladder surgery
This study looks at how common pain and nausea are after gallbladder surgery to see what factors might make these problems worse for patients.
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High-Intensity Interval Training for COPD and Healthy Individuals
This study is testing whether a special type of intense exercise can help people with COPD and healthy individuals improve their thinking skills, fitness, and muscle strength over 12 weeks.
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Examining blood pressure treatment in ICU patients with brain hemorrhage
This study tests how changing blood pressure affects blood flow in the brains of ICU patients who have had a brain hemorrhage.
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Remote neuropsychological assessments for patients with neurological disorders
This study is testing a new online way to check brain function in patients with neurological disorders who have trouble getting to appointments.
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Weight loss program for overweight patients with type 2 diabetes
This study is testing a weight loss program for overweight people with type 2 diabetes to see if a strict diet and different types of support can help them lose weight and possibly improve their diabetes over two years.
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Assessing survival and quality of life in patients with advanced pancreatic cancer
This study looks at how long people with advanced pancreatic cancer live and how their quality of life is affected while being treated at different hospitals in the Nordic region.
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Nicotinamide treatment for glaucoma patients
This study is testing if Nicotinamide can help people with open-angle glaucoma keep their vision from getting worse over two years.
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Evaluating skin flap thickness and glandular tissue in prophylactic mastectomy
This study looks at how the thickness of skin and leftover breast tissue affects healing in women with a high risk of breast cancer who are having preventive mastectomies.
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Analyzing factors affecting pancreatic tumors and cysts
This study looks at how different factors affect pancreatic tumors and cysts to help improve treatment options for patients.
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Stereotactic body radiotherapy for hormone-sensitive prostate cancer with few metastases
This study is testing whether a special type of targeted radiation therapy combined with standard treatment can help men with hormone-sensitive prostate cancer that has spread to a few places live longer and feel better.
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Digital tool for personalized follow-up care after stroke
This study is testing a digital tool called Rehabkompassen® to see if it can help people recovering from a stroke improve their daily activities and quality of life compared to standard care.
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Investigating swallowing difficulties after neck surgery
This study is testing how common swallowing difficulties are after neck surgery and whether a new training program can help improve swallowing compared to regular care.
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Testing different radiation schedules for metastatic prostate cancer
This study is testing whether a more intense radiation schedule works better and causes fewer side effects for people with newly diagnosed metastatic prostate cancer.
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Comparing Proton and Photon Therapy for Anal Cancer
This study is testing whether proton therapy causes fewer side effects than photon therapy for people with anal cancer.
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Local treatment for breast cancer that has spread to the liver
This study is testing whether surgery for liver cancer that has spread from breast cancer can help patients live longer and feel better compared to regular treatments.
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Reducing drug-related readmissions in older patients with pharmacist support
This study tests if extra support from pharmacists can help older patients over 75 avoid going back to the hospital due to medication problems.
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Effect of oral neuromuscular training on swallowing difficulties after stroke
This study tests whether a special oral training program can help stroke patients with swallowing difficulties improve their eating and overall quality of life.
Quick answers
How many clinical trials run by Umeå University are recruiting right now?
36, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 3 countries. The most sites are in Sweden (35 trials), Belgium (1 trial), Turkey (Türkiye) (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 3: 1. 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.