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Clinical trials and research at Universidade do Porto
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 9 clinical trials run by Universidade do Porto that are recruiting, in Portugal. By phase: Phase 4 (1). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
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Understanding why some people see bigger LDL drops after starting ezetimibe
This study tests what factors predict how much a person’s LDL cholesterol drops after starting ezetimibe, to help tailor cholesterol treatment.
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E-Mergir: a digital program to support mental and sexual health for prostate cancer survivors
A digital CBT-based program called E-Mergir is tested in prostate cancer survivors to see if it improves sexual and mental well-being compared with a wait-list control.
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Heart Failure Screening in Primary Care with NT-proBNP and Point-of-Care Ultrasound
In adults 50 and older with suspected heart failure or cardiovascular risk factors, this study tests whether using NT-proBNP blood tests and point-of-care ultrasound in primary care can help diagnose heart failure earlier and guide treatment.
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Psychodrama group therapy for breakup distress and relationship adjustment
This trial tests whether a psychodrama group can help adults in relationships who have distress from a past breakup and want better relationship functioning, compared with a waiting list.
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Multicomponent exercise to improve function, cognition, and reduce falls in nursing home residents
This 12-week program will test whether combined resistance, balance, power, and aerobic exercises help nursing home residents with frailty or dementia improve thinking and physical ability and have fewer falls.
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Algae supplements for heart risk markers and gut health
This trial will test whether daily supplements of spirulina or Gelidium corneum change gut microbes and improve heart‑disease risk markers in adults over 50 with cardiovascular disease, diabetes, or related conditions.
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Mediterranean Diet program for postpartum heart and metabolic health
This project tests whether teaching pregnant women with obesity, high blood pressure, or diabetes to follow a Mediterranean Diet helps improve their heart and metabolic health after birth.
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Smartphone app for managing binge eating using DBT skills
This study is testing a smartphone app that helps women manage binge eating by using skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy to see if it can reduce binge eating episodes over four months.
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Evaluating factors predicting neurologic deficits during carotid endarterectomy with regional anesthesia
This study looks at patients having carotid endarterectomy to see what factors might lead to nerve problems during the surgery when using regional anesthesia.
Quick answers
How many clinical trials run by Universidade do Porto are recruiting right now?
9, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
All of them have sites in Portugal. Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 4: 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.
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