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Clinical trials and research at University Hospital, Brest
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 81 clinical trials run by University Hospital, Brest that are recruiting, in France. By phase: Phase 3 (7), Phase 2 (1), 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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All recruiting trials (81)
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Unified care and integrated treatments for ADHD with substance use in prison settings
Aimed at people under correctional supervision who have ADHD and substance use disorder, this program tests a coordinated care approach to improve identification and support.
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4D dynamic LAFOV FDG-PET to tell leftover cancer from post-radiation inflammation in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma
This study will test whether a 4D dynamic long‑axial‑field‑of‑view FDG‑PET scan can tell remaining head and neck squamous cell cancer from normal post‑radiation inflammation in adults about three months after finishing curative radiotherapy.
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Imaging the anatomy of the eye socket (orbit)
This project looks at existing orbital imaging from adults to see how the eye muscles, optic nerve, and orbital fat are arranged.
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Combining European cohort data to find biomarkers that guide treatment for venous thromboembolism
This project combines clinical, biological and imaging data from European patient cohorts to try to find biomarkers that predict clot recurrence, bleeding, or death in people with venous thromboembolism.
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Deneo Kid: an app to coordinate rehabilitation care for children and young people with neuromotor disabilities
This project will test whether the Deneo Kid app helps children and young people (age 2–25), their families, and rehabilitation teams share information and coordinate care more easily over three months.
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Joint tissue analysis to understand rare and immunotherapy-related inflammatory arthritis
This project tests whether analyzing joint biopsy tissue can reveal distinct immune features in adults with inflammatory arthritis linked to rare autoimmune diseases or caused by cancer immunotherapy.
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Mobile multidisciplinary pain management program for children and young adults with intellectual disability, autism, or multiple disabilities
This project will try a mobile multidisciplinary team approach to improve how pain is identified and treated for children and young adults (0–24) with intellectual disability, autism, or multiple disabilities.
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Functional Lung-Sparing Planning Guided by Lung Perfusion PET/CT vs. Anatomy for Lung SBRT
We test whether planning lung SBRT with functional lung information from a PET/CT scan can spare healthy lung tissue and reduce side effects for adult patients with primary or metastatic lung tumors.
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Emotional intelligence in people with painful temporomandibular disorder
This study tests how emotional intelligence relates to pain and psychosocial factors in people with painful TMD compared with people without chronic pain.
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Baricitinib Added to Corticosteroids in PMR (Polymyalgia Rheumatica) May Improve Control
This study tests whether baricitinib plus low-dose steroids works better than steroids alone for people 50 and older with PMR.
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What causes a sensitive scalp?
This study will try to find biological differences in scalp tissue and microbes between adult women who do and do not have a sensitive scalp by taking a small scalp biopsy, microbiota samples, and questionnaires.
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Brain resilience after a minor ischemic stroke (BREMISS)
This project will try to build a model that predicts quality of life more than four years after a minor ischemic stroke using patients' initial clinical data, optional MRI and saliva samples, and questionnaires.
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Simulation-trained paramedics to improve patient experience after a newly discovered brain tumor
This will test whether simulation training for neurosurgical paramedics helps adults with newly discovered brain tumors feel more satisfied with their hospital care.
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Alloknesia (touch-triggered itching) in adults with atopic dermatitis
This study will see how common touch-triggered itching (alloknesia) is and how it affects adults with atopic dermatitis.
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Assessing venous congestion in ICU patients on mechanical ventilation
This study is testing how well a special ultrasound can help doctors understand and manage blood flow issues in ICU patients on breathing machines.
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Understanding Gonococcal Arthritis Epidemiology
This study looks at the patterns and causes of gonococcal arthritis over the last ten years to see what factors might increase the risk and to understand the different strains of the bacteria involved.
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Ultrasound lesions in temporal and axillary arteries and relapse risk in giant cell arteritis.
We will test whether lesions seen on ultrasound of the temporal and axillary arteries can predict relapse in people with giant cell arteritis.
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Preventing blood clots in postpartum women at intermediate risk
This study is testing if giving a blood thinner to women at risk of blood clots after giving birth can help prevent those clots during the first six weeks postpartum.
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Optimising high-flow oxygen settings in hypoxemic distress using depth-camera lung-volume measurements
This trial tests whether adjusting high-flow oxygen delivery based on lung volumes measured by a depth camera can reduce the need for intubation in ICU patients with hypoxemic respiratory failure.
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Inventory of vocal cord lesions causing dysphonia in autoimmune disease patients
This study looks at the types of vocal cord problems that cause voice issues in people with autoimmune diseases to help improve their diagnosis and treatment.
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Improving decision-making for managing unprovoked venous thromboembolism
This study is testing a new way to help patients with unprovoked blood clots decide how long to take blood thinners, to see if it leads to better health outcomes.
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Study of characteristics and complications in young patients with myeloproliferative neoplasia
This study is trying to gather information about young people under 30 with myeloproliferative neoplasia to better understand their health and complications.
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French QASCI questionnaire for caregivers of people with COPD
This project will test the French version of the QASCI questionnaire to see if it works well for caregivers of people with COPD.
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Can non-surgical, targeted multimodal care delay or avoid total knee replacement?
This trial tests whether a comprehensive medical and lifestyle approach can delay or avoid knee replacement in adults with osteoarthritis who were advised to consider surgery.
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Personalized follow-up for patients with chronic respiratory diseases
This study tests if personalized follow-up and support after pulmonary rehabilitation can help people with chronic respiratory diseases stay healthier and feel better over time compared to standard care.
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Observational database for patients with immune thrombocytopenia in Brest
This study is creating a detailed database for people with immune thrombocytopenia at the University Hospital of Brest to help improve understanding and treatment of the condition.
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Long-term follow-up of patients with systemic lupus erythematosus at Brest CHRU
This study follows patients with systemic lupus erythematosus to see how their condition changes over time and to gather information that can help improve treatment and understanding of the disease.
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Investigating how monocytes affect blood cell growth in myeloproliferative neoplasia
This study is trying to see how certain immune cells called monocytes affect the growth of blood cells in people with myeloproliferative neoplasia.
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Respiratory rehabilitation for quality of life in advanced NSCLC on maintenance chemo-immunotherapy
This trial tests whether a respiratory rehabilitation program can improve quality of life for adults with stage IV NSCLC who are receiving maintenance chemotherapy and immunotherapy.
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Cancer-associated VTE: A follow-up study collecting biological samples
This study tests how often cancer patients who have had a VTE will experience more clots over time and gathers blood and urine samples to explore why it happens.
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Using advanced imaging to predict the risk of blood clot recurrence in pulmonary embolism patients
This study is testing if advanced imaging can help find out which patients with a history of pulmonary embolism are at risk for blood clots coming back, so they can get the right treatment.
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Comparing physical and remote consultations for elderly mobility assessment
This study tests whether elderly people over 65 feel more satisfied and get better results from mobility assessments done in person or through a video call.
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68Ga-FAPI46 PET/CT for chronic inflammatory and fibrotic diseases
We will try a new PET/CT scan using 68Ga-FAPI46 to see if it helps detect and monitor chronic inflammatory and fibrotic conditions in adults.
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Personalized follow-up for heart failure patients in adapted physical activities
This study is testing if personalized follow-up support for heart failure patients can help them stay active after rehab and improve their health and quality of life.
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Using seawater to treat infant bronchiolitis
This study is testing if using electrodialyzed seawater can help reduce symptoms in infants with bronchiolitis better than regular saline solution.
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Imaging active blood clots using PET technology
This study is testing a new way to use PET scans to see active blood clots in people with conditions like deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, to help doctors decide who really needs blood-thinning treatment.
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Building primary epididymal cell models to look at CFTR gene regulation
This project will try to grow cells from epididymal tissue taken during planned surgery to see if they reveal how the CFTR gene is regulated in adult men with infertility, cystic fibrosis, or absence of the vas deferens.
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Capsaicin patch for treating chronic pain in children
This study is testing if a special capsaicin patch can help relieve chronic pain in kids aged 12 to 17 who have pain after an injury or surgery.
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Exploring blood biomarkers to predict immune-related side effects in cancer treatment
This study is testing if certain blood markers can help predict immune-related side effects in cancer patients receiving immune treatments.
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Using a robot to help stroke patients recover upper limb movement
This study is testing if a robot can help people who have had a stroke improve their arm and shoulder movement during recovery.
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Understanding cardiovascular and thromboembolic events in patients with von Willebrand disease in the French West
This study looks at how often blood clots and heart rhythm problems happen in adults with von Willebrand disease in the French West to better understand their risks.
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Patient Library for Pruritus Sine Materia
This study tests whether a detailed, long-term collection of blood, skin samples, and questionnaires can deepen understanding of pruritus sine materia and its causes.
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Cohort of patients with systemic sclerosis at Brest University Hospital
This study is collecting health information and samples from adults with systemic sclerosis to see how the disease affects their quality of life, pain, and disability over time.
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Assessing movement control in patients with chronic low back pain
This study is trying to see if measuring how people with chronic low back pain move can help therapists better understand their movement problems and improve their treatment.
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Parenting program for families affected by alcohol use disorders
This study is testing a parenting program to see if it can help families with a parent who has an alcohol use disorder improve their parenting skills and strengthen family relationships.
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Biomarkers to predict mood-related versus other courses and treatment response after a first psychotic episode
This project will test whether recorded interviews, clinical scales, blood markers and brain imaging can help predict who will go on to develop mood-related psychosis (bipolar/depressive with psychotic features) versus other psychoses and who will respond to treatment over two years in people aged 15–30 after their fir
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Minimally invasive treatment for chronic subdural hematoma using cyanoacrylate embolization
This study is testing if adding a new, less invasive treatment using glue to standard surgery can help people with chronic subdural hematoma have better outcomes and lower chances of the condition coming back.
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Collection of data from patients with ANCA-associated vasculitis
This study is collecting information and samples from people with ANCA-associated vasculitis to see if they can find out who is more likely to have a relapse and who might be able to stop their medications safely.
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Creating a patient library for individuals with psychosis
This study is trying to create a helpful library of information for people who have had their first experience with psychosis to better understand how it develops and improve treatments over time.
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Impact of Local Tissue Inflammation on Heart Conduction After Valve Implantation
This study tests whether local tissue inflammation affects heart conduction pathways after percutaneous aortic valve replacement in adults with aortic stenosis.
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Comparing Apixaban and Rivaroxaban to Aspirin for Preventing Blood Clots in Certain Blood Disorders
This study is testing whether the blood thinners Apixaban and Rivaroxaban can prevent blood clots better than low-dose aspirin in patients with certain blood disorders who are at high risk.
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Exploring the link between respiratory microbiome and severe asthma in young children
This study is trying to see if the germs in the lungs of young children with severe asthma can help predict how well they respond to treatment.
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Using virtual reality to enhance awake surgery experiences
This study is testing if using a virtual reality mask can help people feel more comfortable and less anxious during awake orthopedic surgeries.
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Assessing lung function after pulmonary embolism using advanced imaging techniques
This study is testing advanced imaging techniques to see how well the lungs are working in people who have had a pulmonary embolism and still have trouble breathing, to help improve their rehabilitation.
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Improving quality of life with pulmonary rehabilitation after pulmonary embolism
This study is testing whether a structured pulmonary rehabilitation program can help adults who have had a pulmonary embolism feel better and improve their quality of life, even after taking blood thinners.
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Examining STIM1 Protein Levels in Autoimmune Disease Patients
This study is testing the levels of a protein called STIM1 in blood cells from people with autoimmune diseases to see if it could help understand these conditions better.
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Examining self-recognition and self/other distinction in young people with psychological vulnerability
This study is testing how young people with psychological challenges see themselves and others using a special mirror to see if it’s different from those without these challenges.
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Cohort of patients with suspected primary Sjögren syndrome
This study is testing different ways to diagnose primary Sjögren syndrome in patients who might have it, by comparing results from various tests to expert opinions over a long period of time.
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Nurse-led program to prevent complications from long-term corticosteroid use
This study tests a nurse-led program to help adults using long-term corticosteroids avoid complications like osteoporosis and infections.
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Predicting response to PD-1 immunotherapy in advanced lung cancer patients
This study is trying to find out if certain markers in tumors can help predict how well advanced lung cancer patients will respond to a specific immunotherapy treatment.
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Biocollection for patients with Myelodysplastic Syndromes
This study is collecting samples from patients with Myelodysplastic Syndromes to help researchers learn more about how certain gene mutations affect blood cell development.
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Collection of data and samples from adults with suspected inflammatory myopathy
This study is collecting health information and samples from adults who might have inflammatory myopathy to help improve understanding and treatment of the condition.
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Using ICG Angiography to Detect Parathyroid Glands During Thyroid Surgery
This study is testing if using a special imaging technique during thyroid surgery can help doctors find and protect the parathyroid glands to reduce the risk of complications for patients.
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Intervention program for neurodevelopment in preterm infants
This study is testing a program that helps very preterm infants develop better by providing early support and guidance to their families from trained professionals.
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Using Boarding Ring Glasses to Treat Vestibular Neuritis
This study tests if wearing Boarding Ring glasses can help people with vestibular neuritis recover from vertigo faster than those who don’t wear the glasses.
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Prevention program for addictive behaviors in vulnerable teenagers
This study tests a new program that helps teenagers aged 14 to 17 in Brittany learn about the dangers of alcohol and offers support to prevent them from developing drinking problems.
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Analyzing scapular positioning using ultrasound before shoulder surgery
This study is testing how the shoulder blade is positioned in patients getting shoulder surgery by using ultrasound to see if it changes when they stand versus lie down.
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Multidisciplinary consultation for patients with systemic lupus erythematosus
This study is trying to see how a team of specialists can help people with lupus by closely checking their health and gathering information to improve treatment.
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Understanding the causes of recurring venous thromboembolic disease
This study is trying to find out why some people under 50 and cancer patients keep having blood clots and what might increase their chances of getting them again.
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Investigating Causes of Repeated Miscarriages and Fetal Deaths
This study is trying to find out the genetic and biological reasons behind repeated miscarriages and fetal deaths by looking at couples who have experienced these issues.
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Evaluating a biomarker for cystic fibrosis in children
This study is testing whether a specific biomarker can help predict the risk of lung infections in children with cystic fibrosis.
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Screening for sleep disorders in children with cerebral palsy using connected tools
This study is testing a new way to use connected tools to find sleep problems in children with cerebral palsy, so they can get the help they need.
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Evaluating diagnostic methods for Primary Sjögren's Syndrome
This study is testing different ways to diagnose Primary Sjögren's Syndrome to see which methods work best for patients who might have it.
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Analyzing speech to predict psychosis in at-risk patients
This study is trying to see if analyzing the way people at high risk for schizophrenia speak can help predict if they will develop psychosis.
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Investigating risk factors for blood clots in women using hormonal treatments
This study is trying to find out if family history affects the risk of blood clots in young women who use hormonal treatments like birth control or are pregnant.
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Using botulinum toxin injections to prevent shoulder deformity in babies with a specific nerve injury
This study is testing if botulinum toxin injections can help prevent shoulder problems in babies with a specific nerve injury.
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Registry of stroke cases in Brest
This study is collecting information on stroke cases in Brest to see how common strokes are, understand their impact on patients, and find better ways to treat them.
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Creating a database of physiological data for critically ill adults
This study is trying to collect and analyze health data from critically ill adults to see if it can help doctors spot organ failure earlier and improve patient care.
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Investigating B Cell Functions in Gum Disease
This study looks at how certain immune cells called B cells behave in people with gum disease to see if they play a role in causing damage to the gums.
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Examining how preterm and term infants respond to new stimuli
This study looks at how preterm and full-term babies react to new sounds and lights to see if understanding their responses can help improve care for very preterm infants at risk of brain problems.
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Testing muscle metabolism through exercise
This study is testing how exercise affects muscle metabolism in people who might have metabolic muscle disorders to help improve diagnosis and treatment.
Quick answers
How many clinical trials run by University Hospital, Brest are recruiting right now?
81, 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 France. Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 3: 7, Phase 2: 1, 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.
Find the studies that fit you
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