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Clinical trials and research at University Hospital, Bordeaux
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 113 clinical trials run by University Hospital, Bordeaux that are recruiting, at sites in 8 countries (most in France (113), Belgium (2), Guadeloupe (1)). By phase: Phase 2 (3), Phase 3 (3), Phase 4 (1), Phase 2/3 (1). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
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Glaucoma and Brain Changes: How Brain Structure and Size See What Glaucoma Is Doing
This study tests whether glaucoma is linked to broader brain changes by comparing brain MRI and eye health over time in people with glaucoma and matched controls.
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Who’s at high risk after RCC surgery? Real-world clues from French registry
This study looks at real-world data from French RCC patients who had local or high-risk locally advanced disease to see how they do after surgery and how doctors decide on adjuvant treatment.
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Prediction score for death or lung transplant in emphysema caused by alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency
This study tests a new prediction tool to identify people with emphysema due to alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency who are at high risk of death or needing a lung transplant.
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Frailty score predicts quality of life after emergency heart surgery in people 75 and older
This study tests whether a preoperative frailty score can predict quality of life one year after emergency heart surgery in patients aged 75 and up.
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Evolution of spinal care practices in Bordeaux
This study will track how care for spine conditions changes over five years by collecting data from adults treated for spinal issues at a Bordeaux hospital.
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Feeding-jejunostomy nutrition during pre-surgery treatment for esophagus or stomach cancer
This study tests whether giving nutrition through a jejunostomy tube during pre-surgery (neoadjuvant) treatment helps reduce complications after surgery for malnourished people with esophageal or stomach cancer.
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Nursing education at discharge to help stroke patients stick to their post-stroke care plan
A nursing education session after hospital stay will see if stroke patients better follow their prescribed medications over the next four months.
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Simplified electrical cardiometry test to predict which critically ill children will respond to fluids
This project tests whether a quick, noninvasive electrical cardiometry measurement during a brief abdominal compression can see if critically ill children (≤8 years) will benefit from a 10 ml/kg fluid bolus.
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Predicting fluid responsiveness in children on low tidal-volume ventilation
This project will try whether an ultrasound measurement (ΔVPeak) can predict if mechanically ventilated children on low tidal volumes will benefit from a fluid bolus.
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68Ga‑FAPI‑46 PET/CT to improve initial staging for pancreatic and bile duct cancer
This will try 68Ga‑FAPI‑46 PET/CT scans in people newly diagnosed with pancreatic or bile duct cancer to see if they find hidden spread that CT or MRI miss.
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AGE buildup in people starting long-term parenteral nutrition
This study checks whether adults and kids starting long-term parenteral nutrition accumulate more advanced glycation end-products over a year by non-invasive skin measurements.
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Bone loss in the leg treated with Masquelet technique or magnetic bone transport
This study tests whether the Masquelet technique or an electromagnetic transport nail can best rebuild bone in adults with large leg bone defects.
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Short-term cortisol and steroid rhythms in adrenal incidentalomas
The team will try a sampling system that takes interstitial fluid every 20 minutes to see if people with mild cortisol-producing adrenal nodules have different daily cortisol and steroid rhythms than people with non-secreting nodules.
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Steroid blood‑profile score to help diagnose mild autonomous cortisol‑secreting adrenal nodules (MACS)
This study will test if a single blood test measuring 19 steroid hormones plus basic clinical measures can distinguish people with mild autonomous cortisol secretion (MACS) from those with non‑secreting adrenal adenomas.
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Computer-aided detection during screening colonoscopy to lower advanced adenoma risk at 3 years
This trial tests whether using computer-aided detection (CADe) during screening colonoscopy can lower the chance of developing advanced polyps or interval colorectal cancer over three years in adults having screening after a positive FIT or with personal or family risk factors.
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Using capillaroscopy to help diagnose diffuse interstitial pneumonias
We will test whether adding nailfold capillaroscopy to standard care helps doctors diagnose connective-tissue–related interstitial lung disease faster in adults newly diagnosed with pulmonary interstitial disease.
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Ferroptosis in Lupus: Can selenium help?
This study tests whether iron-dependent cell death (ferroptosis) plays a role in lupus and whether selenium compounds can reduce ferroptosis in people with systemic lupus erythematosus.
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Predicting which children benefit from fluid treatment after heart surgery
This study will test whether a simple blood gas ratio (Pv–aCO2/CavO2) can tell which children in intensive care after cardiac surgery will increase their oxygen use after a 10 ml/kg fluid bolus.
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Peripheral helper T-cells in CVID
This study tests whether a type of immune cell called peripheral helper T-cells can help abnormal B cells and influence non-infectious problems in adults with common variable immunodeficiency.
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Ultrafast ultrasound imaging for congenital heart disease in children
This project will try ultrafast ultrasound to measure heart muscle stiffness and blood flow in children with congenital heart disease.
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Comparing radiofrequency endometrial ablation, uterine artery embolization, and hysterectomy for adenomyosis-related heavy bleeding
This trial will test whether radiofrequency endometrial ablation or uterine artery embolization can reduce heavy menstrual bleeding, pain, and improve quality of life compared with hysterectomy in people with adenomyosis.
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Understanding Glioblastoma Recurrence and Progression Through Blood and Tumor Samples
This study will test blood and tumor samples from adults with newly diagnosed or recurrent glioblastoma to explore the molecular and immune factors involved in tumor growth and relapse.
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Depression and nutrition problems after surgical site infections in orthopedic patients
This study will see how often adults treated for surgical site infections after orthopedic surgery develop depression or problems like malnutrition.
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Checking whether the Maintenance of Wakefulness Test gives consistent results for people with hypersomnolence.
We will test whether two Maintenance of Wakefulness Tests give similar results for people with excessive daytime sleepiness, including those with obstructive sleep apnea, narcolepsy type 1, and healthy volunteers.
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Using NETosis blood markers to predict clot risk in JAK2-positive myeloproliferative neoplasms
This study will try to see if blood markers of NETosis can predict clotting risk in people with JAK2V617F-positive myeloproliferative neoplasms who are at high risk for thrombosis.
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Sharing decision making to guide antibiotic use for acute cystitis in pharmacies
This trial tests whether a shared decision-making tool used with a pharmacist can help women decide if they should take antibiotics for acute cystitis.
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Measuring P2X4 receptors on blood monocytes to help diagnose ALS
We will test whether measuring P2X4 receptors on blood monocytes can help diagnose ALS in adults with suspected or confirmed disease.
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Brain activity and thinking problems in cerebral small vessel disease
This project will see if EEG brain signals and home-based cognitive training or tACS can detect and improve thinking problems in older adults with cerebral small vessel disease.
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Electrophysiological mapping to predict sudden cardiac death risk
It will test whether detailed electrical mapping of the left ventricle can better predict dangerous ventricular arrhythmias in adults with ischemic or non-ischemic cardiomyopathy and LVEF under 50% who are not already ICD candidates.
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Interoceptive network connectivity in restless legs syndrome
This project will test whether insular brain connectivity and people's ability to sense their internal body signals differ across the day in adults with restless legs syndrome compared with healthy adults.
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Evaluation of endoscopic procedures to avoid spinal fusion
This study tests if endoscopic procedures can help people with spinal stenosis and spondylolisthesis avoid the need for more invasive spinal fusion surgeries.
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Study of brain activity in patients with Tourette Syndrome
This study is testing how brain activity changes in adults with severe Tourette Syndrome who are getting deep brain stimulation to better understand their tics.
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Timing of kidney replacement therapy in tumor lysis syndrome
This study tests whether starting kidney replacement therapy early versus waiting changes 30-day kidney recovery in adults with tumor lysis syndrome–related acute kidney injury.
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Support for parents of children with congenital heart disease during surgery
This study is testing a new support program to see if it can help reduce stress for parents of babies with congenital heart disease during their surgery.
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Observational study on vascular infections
This study is trying to gather information on how different vascular infections are treated to help improve care for people dealing with these serious conditions.
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Non‑invasive prenatal paternity testing using fetal DNA in maternal blood
This project will test whether a blood draw from pregnant women between 6 and 22 weeks can use fetal DNA to confirm or exclude the baby's father when paternity is uncertain.
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Long-term follow-up and biobank for people with systemic granulomatosis
This project will follow adults with systemic granulomatosis and collect blood and urine samples to see how the disease progresses and to look for biological markers linked to severity and treatment response.
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Training cognitive skills using neurofeedback after a stroke
This study is testing whether stroke patients can improve their thinking skills by using brain training with real-time feedback from brain scans.
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Digital monitoring to prevent repeat strokes after a recent stroke
This trial will test whether smartphone-based digital monitoring with biological and psychological checks helps people who recently had a stroke and currently smoke to stop smoking and lower their risk of another stroke.
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Evaluating lung MRI and synthetic CT for lung nodule follow-up
This study is testing if a new way of using lung MRI with synthetic CT can safely monitor lung nodules in high-risk people, like heavy smokers, without the need for invasive tests or repeated radiation exposure.
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Identifying metabolic markers for preventing atrial fibrillation
This study is trying to find specific metabolic markers in patients having heart surgery to see if they can help predict and prevent the return of atrial fibrillation.
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Investigating complex congenital heart defects in fetuses using multi-omics techniques
This study is trying to find out what causes complex heart defects in unborn babies by looking at their genetic and environmental factors using samples from amniotic fluid.
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Bacteriologically controlled reusable water bottles for colonoscopy.
We will test whether using bacteriologically controlled reusable water bottles during colonoscopy is microbiologically safe for adults having scheduled colonoscopies at Bordeaux University Hospital.
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Using numerical modeling to diagnose respiratory disorders
This study is testing a new way to measure breathing problems caused by nasal blockages to help people with these issues get better diagnoses and avoid unnecessary surgeries.
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Mouth assessment tool for adults with oral intubation in intensive care
This project tries a new checklist nurses can use to check mouth health in adults who are orally intubated in intensive care.
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Assessing lung overdistension in ARDS patients using Electrical Impedance Tomography
This study is testing how to find the best breathing support settings for patients with severe lung issues by using special technology to see how well their lungs are working while they are on a ventilator.
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3D-printed kidney models with realistic tissue stiffness
We will test whether MRI and ultrasound measurements can predict the stiffness of healthy and cancerous kidney tissue in adults scheduled for nephrectomy.
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Outpatient endoscopic spine surgery for elderly patients
This study is testing if outpatient endoscopic spine surgery can safely help people over 75 with back problems feel better while spending less time in the hospital.
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Investigating immunothrombosis in septic shock patients needing kidney support
This study is trying to see how a special type of blood filter can help patients with septic shock and kidney problems by looking at how their immune system and blood clotting work together.
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Investigating brain activity patterns in Parkinson's disease during movement
This study is testing how brain activity during movement relates to symptoms in people with Parkinson's disease who have had deep brain stimulation to see if it can help improve their treatment.
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Metabolic, transcriptomic, and proteomic profiling of relapsed glioblastoma
This project will see if comparing genes, proteins, and metabolism in original versus relapsed tumors can reveal markers or targets for people with relapsed IDH‑wildtype glioblastoma who had repeat surgery at CHU de Bordeaux.
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Using a new device to recover blood components during cardiac surgery
This study is testing a new device that collects and recycles blood components during heart surgery to see if it can help patients recover better and need fewer blood transfusions.
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Bile proteomic test to diagnose cholangiocarcinoma
We will try a proteomic analysis of bile to see if it can detect cholangiocarcinoma in adults who are having diagnostic bile sampling.
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Using personalized 3D kidney models to improve patient experience before surgery
This study is testing whether using personalized 3D kidney models can help patients feel more informed and less anxious before their kidney surgery compared to using standard models.
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Using a connected watch to record ECG traces
This study is testing if a connected watch can accurately record heart activity compared to traditional heart monitors in people with different heart conditions.
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Investigating the role of specific neutrophils in influenza outcomes
This study is trying to see if certain types of white blood cells in people with severe influenza can help explain why some patients survive while others do not.
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Understanding the immune response in chronic Graft Versus Host Disease after stem cell transplantation
This study is trying to learn more about the immune system's response in people with chronic Graft Versus Host Disease after a stem cell transplant to find better ways to treat it.
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Investigating brain activity patterns in movement disorders
This study is testing how brain activity changes during movement in people with Parkinson's disease and epilepsy to see if it helps us understand their conditions better.
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Evaluating esophageal clearance in achalasia using advanced imaging techniques
This study is testing if a new way to measure how well the esophagus clears food can replace an older method that uses radiation for patients with achalasia who have had a specific surgery.
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Characterizing immune dysfunctions in mitochondrial diseases
This study is trying to understand how the immune system works differently in people with mitochondrial diseases to find new ways to help them feel better.
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Addressing addiction and lifestyle changes in stroke recovery
This study is testing how substance use affects recovery after a stroke and whether helping patients make lifestyle changes can improve their emotional health and rehabilitation.
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Registry for cardioneuroablation in patients with recurrent vasovagal syncope
This study is collecting information to see how well a new treatment called cardioneuroablation works for people with frequent fainting spells caused by vasovagal syncope.
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Collection of leftover neuromuscular biopsy samples for research
This study is collecting leftover muscle biopsy samples from patients with neuromuscular diseases to help researchers learn more about these conditions and how they affect the body.
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Using norepinephrine to induce hypertension in patients with acute ischemic stroke
This study is testing if using norepinephrine to raise blood pressure can help people who have had an acute ischemic stroke and are showing early signs of worsening symptoms.
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Cohort study on neurogenetic diseases
This study is trying to help people with rare inherited brain disorders by collecting health information and samples over three years to improve research and future treatments.
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Identifying new markers to predict gestational diabetes and large babies.
This study is testing new ways to predict gestational diabetes and large babies in pregnant women by looking at specific markers in their blood to see if they work better than the usual tests.
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Improving surgical care for kidney tumors using digital tools
This study is testing a new digital tool to see if it can improve care and support for patients having surgery for kidney tumors.
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Using 3D kidney models to reduce pre-operative anxiety before surgery
This study is testing if using personalized 3D kidney models can help reduce anxiety for patients facing kidney surgery.
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Examining the role of epigenetic age in myeloproliferative neoplasms
This study is trying to see if the biological age of DNA can help predict how well people with myeloproliferative neoplasms will do and if they might face complications like blood clots.
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Using hypnosis to improve image quality during cardiac MRI
This study tests whether a brief hypnosis session during a cardiac MRI can reduce anxiety and improve image quality for adults having the scan.
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National cohort for pediatric autoimmune cytopenia
This study is trying to gather information about children with autoimmune blood disorders to see how they do over time and what treatments work best for them.
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Exploring the effects of a new cystic fibrosis treatment on lung and gut health
This study is testing a new combination therapy for cystic fibrosis to see how it affects lung and gut health in people aged 12 and older with certain genetic mutations.
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Investigating ferroptosis in patients with SF3B1-mutant myelodysplastic syndromes
This study is trying to see how a specific type of cell death related to iron buildup affects people with a certain genetic mutation in myelodysplastic syndromes.
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Validation of advanced cardiac MRI technology
This study is testing a new, faster way to take heart images without radiation to see if it can help doctors better understand heart function and structure.
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Comparing mesh repair to standard surgery for large hiatal hernias
This study is testing if using a special mesh during surgery for large hiatal hernias helps prevent them from coming back compared to regular stitching, and it's for adults who have symptoms from these hernias.
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Validation of a new digital intraoral protection for athletes
This study is testing a new type of custom mouthguard made with digital technology to see if it can help rugby players breathe better and feel more comfortable while playing.
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Analyzing the Clonality Profile in Myeloproliferative Neoplasms and Thrombotic Risks
This study is trying to see if measuring certain genetic markers in blood cells can help predict the risk of blood clots in people with Myeloproliferative Neoplasms.
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Evaluating ovarian reserve in women with multiple sclerosis
This study is testing if women with multiple sclerosis have different ovarian reserve compared to healthy women to see if it affects their fertility.
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Investigating Clonal Hematopoiesis and Neutrophil Extracellular Traps in Venous Thrombosis
This study is trying to see if certain blood changes are linked to repeated blood clots in younger people who don’t have the usual risk factors.
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Comparing Focal HIFU and Prostatectomy for Prostate Cancer Treatment
This study is testing whether a new ultrasound treatment for prostate cancer can work as well as surgery while causing fewer side effects and lowering healthcare costs for men with a specific type of prostate cancer.
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Evaluating immune system aging in lupus patients
This study is testing how aging affects the immune system in people with lupus compared to healthy individuals to better understand their health outcomes.
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Using mobile technology to assess symptoms in patients with Restless Legs Syndrome
This study is testing if using a mobile app can help people with Restless Legs Syndrome track their symptoms and see how daily habits like exercise and sleep affect their condition.
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Venous stenting for treating pulsatile tinnitus caused by low-grade dural arteriovenous fistulae
This study is testing if a new treatment called venous stenting can help people with pulsatile tinnitus caused by certain blood vessel issues feel better compared to standard care.
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Comparing microvesicles in pregnant women with and without pre-eclampsia
This study is testing if the tiny particles in the blood of pregnant women can help tell the difference between those with severe pre-eclampsia and those without it.
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Comparing two methods for inducing labor in pregnancies with fetal growth restriction
This study is testing whether using a balloon to help start labor is better than using medication for women with babies that aren't growing well, to see if it leads to fewer C-sections and healthier babies.
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Neuro-cardiac rehabilitation for children and young adults with complex congenital heart disease
This program will test whether a 12-week home-based neuro-cardiac rehabilitation program can improve quality of life, mental health, and exercise capacity in 8–25-year-olds with complex congenital heart disease.
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Comparing two surgical methods for treating prostate enlargement while preserving ejaculation
This study is testing two different surgical methods for treating prostate enlargement in men to see which one helps improve urinary symptoms while also preserving the ability to ejaculate.
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Renal denervation for women with hypertension planning pregnancy
This study tests if a procedure called renal denervation can help women with high blood pressure who are planning to get pregnant manage their condition better.
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Optimizing emergency tracheal intubation techniques
This study is testing a new way to make emergency tracheal intubation safer for adults in critical condition by using a combination of medications and techniques.
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Evaluating a specialized team approach for Parkinson's patients at home
This study is testing a new team approach to help people with moderate to severe Parkinson's disease living at home to see if it can improve their daily life and well-being.
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Using a special catheter to treat persistent atrial fibrillation by targeting the vein of Marshall
This study is testing a special catheter to see if targeting a specific vein can help people with persistent atrial fibrillation feel better after their treatment.
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Linking anxiety symptoms to deep brain activity
This will try to see if brain recordings taken during presurgical monitoring in adults with drug‑resistant epilepsy reveal patterns tied to generalized anxiety disorder.
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A study on brain health and aging in Bordeaux.
This study is trying to understand how different factors, like diet and health, affect brain aging and the risk of dementia in people aged 55 and older living in Bordeaux.
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Fighting cognitive decline and dementia caused by small vessel disease
This study is trying to see how changes in the brain and eye blood vessels can help predict dementia risk in people over 60 with small vessel disease.
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Improved MRI technique for detecting spinal cord lesions in multiple sclerosis
This study is testing a new MRI technique to see if it can find spinal cord lesions better than regular MRI scans in people with multiple sclerosis.
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Clopidogrel to prevent systemic sclerosis development
This study tests if taking clopidogrel can help prevent systemic sclerosis from developing in people who have early signs of the disease.
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Evaluating heart activity using advanced ECG technology
This study is testing a new heart monitoring technology to see if it can better detect heart problems in patients with serious arrhythmias compared to the standard method.
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Intra-arterial liver infusion of radiolabeled somatostatin drugs for gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors with dominant liver metastases
This will test whether giving radiolabeled somatostatin medication directly into the liver works better than the usual IV route for people with gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors whose disease mainly affects the liver after four Lutathera treatments.
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Evaluating anti-platelet antibodies in diagnosing autoimmune thrombocytopenia
This study is testing if checking for specific antibodies in the blood can help doctors diagnose immune thrombocytopenia in adults with low platelet counts.
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Inducing labor at 39 weeks for low-risk first-time mothers to reduce cesarean rates
This study is testing if starting labor at 39 weeks for first-time moms who are low-risk can help reduce the chances of needing a cesarean section.
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Investigating B and CD4 T Cell Roles in Multiple Sclerosis
This study is trying to understand how certain immune cells affect multiple sclerosis in patients to help find better treatments.
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Aspirin alone vs aspirin plus clopidogrel after left atrial appendage closure
This phase 4 trial tests whether aspirin alone or aspirin with clopidogrel after left atrial appendage closure reduces brain lesions and improves outcomes.
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Low Impact Laparoscopy for Colorectal Surgery
This study is testing if using special low-pressure tools during colorectal surgery can help patients feel less pain and recover faster compared to standard tools.
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Understanding the prognosis of diabetic foot ulcers
This study looks at how long people with diabetic foot ulcers live and what affects their health over five years, while also checking how these ulcers impact their quality of life and healthcare costs in France.
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Early oxybutynin treatment for boys with posterior urethral valves
This trial tests whether starting the anticholinergic drug oxybutynin early in boys with posterior urethral valves can improve bladder function compared with not treating.
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Using tranexamic acid to reduce blood loss after cesarean delivery in women with placenta previa
This study tests if giving tranexamic acid after a cesarean delivery can help reduce blood loss in women with placenta previa.
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Cohort of patients with systemic sclerosis
This study is trying to gather information from patients with systemic sclerosis over five years to better understand how the disease develops and find ways to improve treatment.
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Insulin resistance in multiple system atrophy
This project will test whether people with multiple system atrophy have signs of insulin resistance in fasting blood and neural-derived plasma exosomes compared with healthy adults.
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Monitoring high-grade cervical lesions without immediate surgery
This study is testing if young women with certain cervical lesions can safely avoid surgery by just being monitored over two years to see if their condition improves on its own.
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Biological bank for patients with autoimmune cytopenia
This study is setting up a collection of biological samples from patients with autoimmune cytopenia to help researchers learn more about these conditions and find better treatments.
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A look at how cholinergic and dopaminergic systems may contribute to apathy after stroke
This study tests whether imaging biomarkers of cholinergic and dopaminergic brain systems differ in apathetic stroke patients compared to non-apathetic patients.
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Optimizing new MRI scan sequences on a dedicated imaging scanner
We will test new MRI scan methods in healthy adults to get clearer images with shorter scan times.
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French research network for kidney cancer
This study is trying to gather detailed information and samples from kidney cancer patients in France to see which surgeries and treatments work best for managing the disease.
Quick answers
How many clinical trials run by University Hospital, Bordeaux are recruiting right now?
113, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 8 countries. The most sites are in France (113 trials), Belgium (2 trials), Guadeloupe (1 trial), Germany (1 trial), Monaco (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 2: 3, Phase 3: 3, Phase 4: 1, Phase 2/3: 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
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