Clinical trials: open to volunteers, in Cyprus
All Tumor Types
SPECTA: Screening Cancer Patients for Efficient Clinical Trial Access
SPECTA is a quality assured platform for collecting clinicopathologically annotated biological material, imaging data, operative images, environmental assessment, questionnaires as well as patient-reported outcomes from cancer…
- Trial name
- SPECTA (NCT02834884)
- Testing
- RP-1828 IMMUcan, RP-1759 AYA/TYA, RP-1843 Arcagen
- Where
- 136 sites in Austria, Belgium and 18 more
- Volunteers
- 4,975 people
- Sponsor
- European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer - EORTC
Knee Osteoarthritis, Osteoarthritis
Blood Cell Ratios as Predictors of Response to Platelet-Rich Plasma in Knee Osteoarthritis
Intra-articular platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection is a widely used treatment for knee osteoarthritis, but patients respond to it very differently and there is currently no simple, inexpensive way to predict who will benefit.
- Trial name
- PRP-NLR (NCT07617233)
- Where
- Cyprus
- Volunteers
- 120 people
- Sponsor
- Utku Gürhan
Myofascial Pain Dysfunction Syndrome, Trigger Points, Myofascial
PRP vs PRP+Betamethasone vs Betamethasone Injection for Upper Trapezius Myofascial Pain
Brief Summary Myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) is a common musculoskeletal condition characterized by active trigger points (TrPs), which are hypersensitive, painful nodules within taut bands of skeletal muscle.
- Conditions
- Myofascial Pain Dysfunction Syndrome, Trigger Points, Myofascial, Trigger Point in Trapezius Muscle
- Trial name
- UMAY-RCT (NCT07547605)
- Testing
- Autologous Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), PRP plus Betamethasone, Betamethasone (Diprospan)
- Where
- 2 sites in Cyprus
- Volunteers
- 150 people
- Sponsor
- University of Kyrenia
Mitochondrial Degradation, Autophagy
Mitophagy and Mitochondrial DNA Dynamics During Ramadan Dry Fasting vs 16:8 Time-Restricted Feeding
This study investigates how different types of fasting affect cell health, specifically focusing on how mitochondria (the energy-producing parts of cells) are cleared and renewed.
- Conditions
- Mitochondrial Degradation, Autophagy, Fasting, Healthy Volunteers
- Trial name
- MITO FAST (NCT07638696)
- Testing
- Ramadan Intermittent Dry Fasting (Sawm), 16:8 Time-Restricted Feeding (TRF)
- Where
- Cyprus
- Volunteers
- 120 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Bahcesehir Cyprus University
Blastic Plasmacytoid Dendritic Cell Neoplasm (BPDCN)
Blastic Plasmacytoid Dendritic Cell Neoplasm (BPDCN) International Registry
Blastic Plasmacytoid Dendritic Cell Neoplasm (BPDCN) is a very rare hematologic malignancy. Despite recent advances, at present there is no consensus on the optimal treatment of BPDCN.
- Trial name
- NCT05430971
- Where
- 22 sites in United States, Armenia and 13 more
- Volunteers
- 200 people
- Sponsor
- Immune Oncology Research Institute
Hypertension Arterial, 65 Years Older
Mitigation of Health Effects in Older Adults With Hypertension by Reducing Exposure to Heat and Air Pollution
The goal of this clinical trial is to assess the effectiveness of an intervention (combination of behavioural recommendations and technical measures) in reducing personal exposure to heat and air pollution and related health…
- Trial name
- ISMED CLIM OH (NCT07606859)
- Testing
- Heat intervention, Heat and air pollution mitigation intervention
- Where
- 2 sites in Cyprus, Spain
- Volunteers
- 102 people
- Sponsor
- University of Cyprus
Sleep Quality
Mitigation of Health Effects in Pregnant Women by Reducing Exposure to Heat and Air Pollution
The goal of this clinical trial is to assess the effectiveness of an intervention (combination of behavioural recommendations and technical measures) in reducing personal exposure to heat and air pollution and related health…
- Trial name
- ISMED CLIM PW (NCT07609433)
- Testing
- Heat intervention, Heat and air pollution mitigation intervention
- Where
- 3 sites in Cyprus, Italy
- Volunteers
- 102 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Cyprus
Hemodialysis, Stress
Mindfulness Meditation in Hemodialysis Patients
This randomised controlled study aims to evaluate the effects of mindfulness meditation on sleep quality, perceived stress and symptoms levels ion hemodialysis patients.
- Conditions
- Hemodialysis, Stress, Sleep Quality, Symptom
- Trial name
- MIND-HD (NCT07620990)
- Testing
- Mindfulness Meditation Program, Routine Care
- Where
- 4 sites in Cyprus
- Volunteers
- 50 people
- Sponsor
- Cyprus Aydin University
Medical Education, Anatomy Education
VR vs Classical Anatomy Teaching
This is a prospective, single-center, randomized controlled educational trial comparing the effectiveness of PlayStation VR2-based immersive virtual reality (VR) anatomy teaching versus classical (lecture/atlas/3D-model) teaching…
- Trial name
- VrISt (NCT07558551)
- Testing
- VR-based virtual reality anatomy module, Standard classroom anatomy lecture
- Where
- 2 sites in Cyprus
- Volunteers
- 80 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Kyrenia
Mild Cognitive Impairment
Comparison of the Effects of Bimanual, Finger and VR Exercises in PwMCI
Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) is defined as an impairment in a single cognitive function, usually memory, other than normal cognitive decline with age, that does not fulfil dementia criteria.
- Trial name
- NCT06935812
- Testing
- Bimanual Exercise, Finger Exercise, Virtual Reality
- Where
- Cyprus
- Volunteers
- 106 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Eastern Mediterranean University
Cardio-pulmonary Bypass, Cardiovascular Diseases
Dietary Supplements in Patients With Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting for Improving the Quality of Healthcare Delivery.
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of death worldwide. Prevention of CAD by targeting modifiable factors remains a key public health priority. L-Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C - Vit.
- Conditions
- Cardio-pulmonary Bypass, Cardiovascular Diseases, Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids, Omega-3 Supplementation
- Trial name
- NCT06995586
- Testing
- Vitamin C, Omega 3 PUFA (EPO/DHA), Lignin, Lactulose
- Where
- Cyprus
- Volunteers
- 108 people
- Sponsor
- Nicosia General Hospital
Prostate Cancer
Comparing PSMA PET/CT and MRI-RSI for Finding and Outlining Tumors Inside the Prostate in Men With Newly Diagnosed Prostate Cancer
The detection and delineation of the intraprostatic tumor burden plays a crucial role in the personalized treatment of primary prostate cancer.
- Trial name
- PRIDE2-PC (NCT07568613)
- Testing
- MRI, 18F-PSMA1007 PET-CT, MR-guided TRUS Prostate biopsy
- Where
- Cyprus
- Volunteers
- 50 people
- Sponsor
- German Oncology Center, Cyprus
Ethics, Aging
The Effect of Aging Simulation Suits on Nursing Students' Attitudes Toward Older Adults and Their Levels of Compassion
With the increasing elderly population, nursing students' attitudes toward older adults and their levels of compassion competence have become increasingly important.
- Conditions
- Ethics, Aging, Compassion
- Trial name
- NCT07547475
- Testing
- aging simulation suit on nursing students', aging simulation suit on nursing students
- Where
- Cyprus
- Volunteers
- 102 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Eastern Mediterranean University
Solid Tumor
Ablative Therapy of Oligometastatic Tumor After Response to Conventional First Line Treatment
Advancements in systemic antineoplastic therapies have led to improved overall survival rates for many solid tumors. However, metastatic disease remains a significant challenge and remains the leading cause of mortality for these…
- Trial name
- ATOM-1st (NCT07545486)
- Testing
- Data extraction from medical files
- Where
- 12 sites in Belgium, Cyprus and 3 more
- Volunteers
- 1,235 people
- Sponsor
- Chirec
Dental Plaque
Clinical Evaluation of the NeoPill Device for Reduction of Oral Bacterial Load in Patients With Fixed Orthodontic Appliances
This study evaluates the effectiveness of the NeoPill oral hygiene device in reducing oral bacterial load in adults wearing fixed orthodontic appliances.
- Trial name
- NCT07355400
- Testing
- NeoPill Oral Hygiene Device
- Where
- Cyprus
- Volunteers
- 15 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Neofunction d.o.o.
Emergency Abdominal Surgery
Physiotherapy After Emergency Laparotomy in the Elderly
Emergency laparotomy is associated with high postoperative morbidity and mortality. This risk is particularly high among elderly patients, who often present with reduced physiological reserve, frailty, and multimorbidity.
- Trial name
- NCT07504185
- Testing
- Experimental (Structured postoperative physiotherapy), Standard postoperative care
- Where
- Cyprus
- Volunteers
- 250 people
- Sponsor
- University of Cyprus
Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD), Cystic Fibrosis (CF)
Clean Air for Rare MUcociliary Clearance dIsorders
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn whether using a high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) air purifier can improve respiratory health in children and adults with Cystic Fibrosis (CF) or Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD).
- Trial name
- CARMUCI (NCT07417267)
- Testing
- Intervention configuration - air purifiers equipped with HEPA and three other filters for efficient particle filtration
- Where
- Cyprus
- Volunteers
- 62 people
- Sponsor
- University of Cyprus
Late-perimenopause, Menopause
Time-Restricted Eating in Combination With a Low Glycaemic Index Diet on Cognitive Function, Biological Ageing and Metabolic Health in Perimenopause and Menopause.
The goal of this randomised controlled trial is to investigate whether Time-Restricted Eating (TRE) combined with a Low Glycaemic Index Mediterranean Diet can improve cognitive function, metabolic health, and biological ageing in…
- Conditions
- Late-perimenopause, Menopause, Perimenopause
- Trial name
- NutriAge (NCT07378787)
- Testing
- Time-Restricted Low-Glycaemic Index Diet
- Where
- 2 sites in Croatia, Cyprus
- Volunteers
- 72 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Nicosia
AAT9
Further Evaluation of Safety and Performance of the NEXUS Aortic Arch Stent Graft System and the Custom-Made NEXUS Multibranch™ Aortic Arch Stent Graft System
The goal of this observational study is to collect clinical information on how safe, and how well the NEXUS Aortic Arch Stent Graft System and the Custom-Made NEXUS DUO™ Aortic Arch Stent Graft System work for the treatment of…
- Trial name
- ARCUS (NCT05636527)
- Where
- 18 sites in Belgium, Cyprus and 8 more
- Volunteers
- 70 people
- Sponsor
- Endospan Ltd.
MASLD, MASLD - Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease
Chrononutrition/ Chronotoxicity Intervention in People With Metabolic-associated Steatotic Liver Disease.
The goal of this clinical trial is to study the effect of a time-restricted eating (TRE) dietary pattern combined with a time of consumption restriction about the daily portions of fruits and vegetables in people diagnosed with…
- Conditions
- MASLD, MASLD - Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease, NAFLD, NAFLD - Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
- Trial name
- CHRONOMASLD (NCT06705868)
- Testing
- Diet-Time-restricted eating (TRE), Lifestyle Management
- Where
- Cyprus
- Volunteers
- 150 people
- Sponsor
- Cyprus University of Technology