There are about 13446 clinical studies being (or have been) conducted in Belgium. The country of the clinical trial is determined by the location of where the clinical research is being studied. Most studies are often held in multiple locations & countries.
The aim of this study is to determine whether a clinical pharmacist using the RASP list (RASP = Rationalisation of home medication by an adjusted STOPP-list in older patients; STOPP = Screening Tool of Older Persons' potentially inappropriate Prescriptions) can optimise the drug use in elderly inpatients.
This physiological study examines whether acupuncture exerts short-term effects of analgesic mechanisms in patients with chronic whiplash pain. More specifically, it is examined whether acupuncture activates brain-orchestrated pain inhibitory action.
Given the lack of evidence in support of pacing self-management for patients with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), it is examined whether physical behavior and health status of patients with CFS improve in response to a pacing self-management program. The effects of pacing will be compared with those observed when applying relaxation therapy to patients with CFS.
Given the lack of evidence in support of pacing self-management for patients with musltiple sclerosis (MS), it is examined whether physical behavior and health status of patients with MS improve in response to a pacing self-management program. The effects of pacing will be compared with those observed when applying relaxation therapy to patients with MS.
The most common pain-relievers used by patients with rheumatic disorders are called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). These drugs are effective and well documented, but they can cause ulcers and gastrointestinal side effects. Vimovo™ is a tablet containing naproxen (NSAID) and a gastroprotective agent called esomeprazole. Patients with rheumatic disorders, who are at risk for developing gastrointestinal side effects, and where lower doses of naproxen or other NSAID treatment is not considered sufficient, could use this tablet. The regulatory authorities in many European countries have approved the use of Vimovo™, but they would like to understand how various factors influence the doctors' decision to prescribe the tablet and what is characterizing the patients receiving it. The aim of the study is to answer these questions.
The purpose of this study is to examine the safety of Ipilimumab and patterns of use in the treatment of unresectable or metastatic melanoma in the post-approval setting
The purpose of this blinded, multi-center, prospective, case-controlled study is to compare the Ariosa Harmony™ Prenatal Test for trisomy 21 detection with a standard first-trimester prenatal screening test consisting of serum screening (PAPP-A,free beta-hCG [β-hCG] or total hCG) and a nuchal translucency (NT) measurement (i.e. combined first trimester screening) in a general screened population. The performance characteristics of these two test modalities will be assessed relative to the clinical reference standard of genetic analysis of the fetus or phenotypic characterization and genetic analysis of the newborn.
This investigation is designed with the hypothesis that using a quadripolar left ventricular lead results in less interventions when dealing with high pacing thresholds and Phrenic Nerve Stimulation (PNS), both at implant and during follow-up, compared to standard bipolar left ventricular leads.
Although anticholinesterase reversal agents have been used in combination with anticholinergic drugs for over half a century, it has been suggested that they should be used with caution in patients with underlying cardiovascular disease. As sugammadex has no endogenous targets, it is unlikely to cause any adverse cardiovascular effects. This selective relaxant binding agent is specifically designed to encapsulate rocuronium, which can, therefore, promptly restore neuromuscular function regardless of any levels of NMB as the dose is increased. Some reports, however, suggest that sugammadex may have increased time to effect in some patient populations like the elderly, patients in intensive care and renal failure patients. A less dynamic circulation and increased transfer time to the effector site in these subjects are likely explanations for this effect. The present trial was designed to assess the safety and efficacy of sugammadex 2.0 mg kg-1 for the reversal of rocuronium-induced NMB in patients with heart failure.
This study will assess the serum uric acid lowering effects and safety of lesinurad compared to placebo in patients who are intolerant or have a contraindication to allopurinol or febuxostat.