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Digestive system disorder
MONDO:0004335A disease or disorder that involves the digestive system.
Also known as: digestive disease, digestive system disease, digestive system disease or disorder, digestive system disorder, disease of digestive system, disease or disorder of digestive system, disorder of digestive system, gastroenterological system disease
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New vaccine aims to stop deadly diarrhea in kids
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new vaccine (IP-QSV) designed to protect against four types of Shigella bacteria, which cause severe diarrhea. The trial will include 370 healthy adults, children, and infants in Mali. Researchers will check if the vaccine is safe and triggers a strong immune r…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: International Vaccine Institute • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Experimental drug aims to reverse liver damage in rare triple condition
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a drug called foscenvivint in people with liver cirrhosis caused by HIV and hepatitis C co-infection who also have hemophilia. Participants receive the drug once a week for 24 weeks. Researchers will check if the drug improves liver function and is safe to use.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kiminori Kimura, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Drug combo aims to shrink Hard-to-Treat anal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether the combination of pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) and lenvatinib (a targeted therapy) can shrink tumors in people with advanced anal squamous cell cancer that cannot be removed by surgery or has spread to other organs. Participants must have alr…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill-chemo combo takes on hard-to-treat cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new drug called SX-682 (a tablet) combined with the chemotherapy docetaxel in people whose head/neck, salivary gland, or prostate cancer has spread or returned after treatment. The goal is to find the right dose and see if the combination shrinks tumors. About …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Quarter-Sized implant could free type 1 diabetes patients from daily insulin
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a small, soft implant that holds donor insulin-making cells (islets) and protects them from the immune system. The goal is to see if the device is safe and keeps the cells alive and working in adults with type 1 diabetes. Some participants are also on…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Encellin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New trial aims to stop stomach bleeding before it starts
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether treating enlarged stomach veins (gastric varices) early with a procedure called retrograde transvenous obliteration (RTO) can prevent dangerous bleeding. 68 adults with cirrhosis and gastric varices will be randomly assigned to either RTO or standard care…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Laser vs. scalpel: which heals anal fistula faster?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two ways to treat uncomplicated perianal fistula: conventional open surgery (fistulectomy) and a newer laser ablation technique. About 72 adults with a single, simple fistula tract will be randomly assigned to one of the two procedures. Researchers will track …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: PNS Hafeez - Naval Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple phosphate IV ease severe pancreatitis?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether giving phosphate through an IV can reduce the severity of acute pancreatitis in adults. Researchers want to know if low phosphate levels make the disease worse and if replenishing it helps. Participants receive either standard care or IV phosphate …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a diabetes drug boost chemo for tough cancers?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial will test whether adding semaglutide (a GLP-1 drug used for diabetes and weight loss) to standard chemotherapy is safe and tolerable for people with metastatic pancreatic, colorectal, or liver cancer. About 30 participants will receive weekly semaglutide in…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Arizona • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo aims to tame HPV throat cancer with fewer side effects
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests whether a new drug (ATRN-119) combined with a single, precise dose of radiation to the neck can safely and effectively treat early-stage HPV-positive throat cancer before surgery. About 35 participants will take the drug daily for 10 days and receive …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tracks Real-World safety of odevixibat in rare liver disease
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 30 people with Alagille syndrome who are taking odevixibat in their daily lives. The goal is to see how safe the drug is over the long term by tracking any side effects. It is not testing if the drug works, but rather monitoring its real-world safety.
Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to shrink liver tumors before surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving two drugs (ateganosine and cadonilimab) before surgery can safely shrink liver tumors in people with resectable hepatocellular carcinoma. About 60 participants will receive either one or both drugs before their operation. The main goal is to see if…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a tailored diet make a MASH drug work better?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding a Mediterranean-style meal delivery program to resmetirom therapy improves liver health more than resmetirom alone. It involves 120 adults with non-cirrhotic MASH who are starting resmetirom. Participants either receive the drug plus 10 medically t…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: City University of New York • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to tackle Hard-to-Treat stomach cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new biologic drug called HCB101 in combination with other cancer drugs (zolbetuximab and chemotherapy) for people with advanced gastric or gastro-esophageal cancer. The goal is to find a safe dose and see if the combination can shrink tumors. About 40 adults wi…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kaohsiung Medical University Chung-Ho Memorial Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Triple-Drug attack aims to stop liver cancer recurrence after surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial investigates whether adding SHR-8068 to a two-drug regimen (adebrelimab and apatinib) can improve outcomes for people with liver cancer that can be surgically removed but has a moderate-to-high risk of coming back. Participants receive the drug combination bef…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Suzhou Suncadia Biopharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart nursing cuts kidney damage risk in liver cancer patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a personalized nursing program can prevent acute kidney injury (AKI) in people with liver cancer who undergo interventional therapy. Researchers first use a prediction model to classify patients into low, moderate, or high risk for AKI. Then, they provide…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pastille could change head and neck cancer treatment
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis large Phase 3 trial is testing a new drug called APG-157, given as a pastille that dissolves in the mouth, for people with advanced head and neck cancer. The study will see if adding APG-157 before and after standard treatments (surgery or chemoradiation) helps keep the canc…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Aveta Biomics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a monthly shot replace weekly diabetes injections?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether people with type 2 diabetes can switch from a weekly injection of dulaglutide to a once-monthly shot called PG-102. The trial involves 60 adults whose blood sugar is well-controlled on dulaglutide. Researchers will compare blood sugar levels and safety ov…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: ProGen. Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Video games may help fight childhood obesity and diabetes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether playing active video games can help children and young adults (ages 5-21) with obesity and type 2 diabetes lose weight and lower their blood sugar levels. Participants will play active video games at home, and researchers will track changes in weight a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill hopes to calm Crohn's Flare-Ups
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests a new drug called zasocitinib (TAK-279) in 20 adults with active Crohn's disease who have not responded to other treatments. The main goal is to see if the drug is safe and how it affects inflammation in the gut. Participants will take the drug for 12…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a website and a buddy help tame diabetes? large trial puts it to the test.
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether helping people with diabetes find local resources (like food or housing help) and pairing them with a peer supporter can improve blood sugar and blood pressure. About 694 adults with diabetes who have trouble controlling their condition will be randomly a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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One pill may tame both itchy skin and stubborn liver disease
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether upadacitinib, a drug already approved for eczema, can help people who have both atopic dermatitis (a type of eczema) with moderate to severe itching and a hard-to-treat autoimmune liver disease called cholangitis. The drug works by blocking a pathway invo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: RenJi Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail targets rare liver cancer in 29-Patient trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (tremelimumab and durvalumab) plus chemotherapy (gemcitabine and cisplatin) in people with a rare, advanced liver cancer called combined hepatocellular-cholangiocarcinoma that cannot be removed by surgery or has spread. Ab…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Mehmet Akce • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Short burst of radiation before Immuno-Chemo may boost esophageal cancer response
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a short course of radiation followed by the immunotherapy drug tislelizumab plus chemotherapy can improve outcomes for people with a type of esophageal cancer that can be surgically removed. About 50 participants will receive either a low or high dose of …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tang-Du Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common ulcer drug prevent deadly bleeding after variceal treatment?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether applying sucralfate—a medication that forms a protective barrier over wounds—directly onto esophageal ulcers after variceal banding can speed healing and reduce rebleeding. The study includes adults with cirrhosis who have bleeding esophageal varices. Par…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Cheng-Kung University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to boost surgery success in colon cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether giving two drugs—Zanzalintinib and Retifanlimab—before surgery can help patients with early-stage colon cancer. The study enrolls adults aged 18 to 80 with a type of colon cancer called pMMR that can be removed surgically. Participants receiv…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Northwell Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for bile duct cancer: experimental drug faces final test
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 3 trial tests a new drug called BL-B01D1 against standard chemotherapy in 538 people with advanced biliary tract cancer that has worsened after prior treatments. The goal is to see if the new drug helps people live longer. The study is not yet recruiting.
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sichuan Baili Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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One pill to tackle three heart risks: could a polypill cut cardiovascular disease?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a single daily pill that combines treatments for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and type 2 diabetes can lower the risk of heart disease and dementia. The study involves over 8,000 adults aged 50 to 75 in China who have all three conditions. Partic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: China Medical University, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers with RAS mutations
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental oral drug called GFH276 combined with either cetuximab or standard chemotherapy in people with advanced solid tumors or pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) that have a RAS mutation. The goal is to see if the combination is safe, tolerable, and…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Genfleet Therapeutics (Shanghai) Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New oral pill H021 aims to tame Crohn's Flare-Ups
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether an experimental oral tablet called H021 can help people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease. Participants receive either a low or high dose of H021 or a placebo for 12 weeks, with an option to continue treatment. The study measures symptom imp…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jiangsu Carephar Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to outperform standard therapy for advanced colorectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial tests whether adding the experimental drug SHR-A1811 to standard chemotherapy and bevacizumab works better than standard therapy alone for people with advanced colorectal cancer who have not had prior treatment. About 300 participants will receive either the ne…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Suzhou Suncadia Biopharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Peer buddies may keep liver transplant patients off alcohol
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether peer support specialists—people who have been through liver transplant for alcohol-related disease themselves—can help others in the same situation stay sober and attend medical appointments. About 95 participants will meet regularly with a peer supporter…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New diabetes shot could cut injections to once a month
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new, long-acting form of semaglutide (a diabetes drug) that is given once every four weeks instead of weekly. The goal is to see if it is safe and works well for controlling blood sugar and weight in 24 adults with type 2 diabetes. Participants must already be …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Mapi Pharma Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple exercises may boost nerve repair in diabetic neuropathy
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two exercise programs—combined aerobic and resistance training versus seated soleus push-ups—against standard care in people with type 2 diabetes and diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Researchers will measure blood markers of nerve repair (BDNF, NGF, S100B) and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Prescription for produce: could free groceries lower blood sugar?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving people with type 2 diabetes and food insecurity monthly vouchers for fruits and vegetables can improve blood sugar control. Participants receive $100 per month in produce-only gift cards along with dietary education for five months, then switch to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: West Virginia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple blood tests could spot liver cancer earlier in diabetics
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether regular blood tests can detect liver cancer earlier in people with type 2 diabetes who also have significant liver scarring. Participants are randomly assigned to either a surveillance group receiving specialized blood tests every six months or a s…
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple ice water flush prevent pancreatitis after a common procedure?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether flushing the bile duct opening with ice-cold water after an ERCP procedure can reduce the chance of developing pancreatitis, a frequent complication. Researchers will compare patients who receive the flush to those who do not, looking at pancreatit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Oman Ministry of Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug duo takes aim at hard-to-treat stomach cancer with liver metastases
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial compares a new drug called Retlirafusp alfa plus chemotherapy against standard immunotherapy plus chemotherapy for people with advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer that has spread to the liver and has not been treated before. The study aims to s…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Peking University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New injection aims to tame chronic hepatitis b
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests an injection called TVAX-028 in adults with chronic hepatitis B. The study checks if the drug is safe and how the body processes it. Participants receive either TVAX-028 with an adjuvant or the adjuvant alone, at different dose levels. The goal is to …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Grand Theravac Life Sciences (Nanjing) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could looser jaundice rules spare preterm babies unnecessary treatment?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether using higher (less strict) bilirubin thresholds for starting light therapy in very preterm infants (born before 30 weeks) is as safe as the current Dutch guidelines. About 680 babies across Dutch NICUs will be randomly assigned to one of two threshold str…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Virtual program aims to help Hispanic/Latinx veterans better manage diabetes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a 10-week virtual program called Acceptance Based Coping (ABaCo) for Hispanic/Latinx military patients with type 2 diabetes. The program, delivered by a bilingual health coach, teaches skills to cope with diabetes-related stress and improve self-care. Researchers…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Immune-Targeting drug could boost stomach cancer treatment
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial tests whether adding the experimental drug ASP2138 to standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) helps people with a specific type of advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer live longer without their disease worsening. The study enroll…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Astellas Pharma Global Development, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Short-Course radiation may boost immunotherapy and chemo for stomach cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether adding a short course of radiotherapy before surgery, alongside a PD-1 inhibitor (serplulimab) and chemotherapy (SOX), can improve outcomes for people with locally advanced upper stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer. Participants are randoml…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tongji Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New surgery aims to cut pancreatic leak and diabetes risk
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a surgery called total pancreatectomy with islet autotransplantation (TPIAT) in 30 adults with certain pancreatic tumors who are at high risk for a dangerous leak after standard surgery. The procedure removes the entire pancreas and transplants the insulin-making…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a High-Protein diet reverse fatty liver from alcohol?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether a high-protein diet (30% protein, 40% carbs, 30% fat) can reduce liver fat and improve liver function in 72 adults with alcoholic fatty liver disease. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the high-protein diet or a standard diet for 6 …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Li Lab,MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Radioactive beads take aim at inoperable liver tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests a treatment called Yttrium-90 radiation segmentectomy for people with liver cancer that can't be removed by surgery. Tiny radioactive beads are injected into the blood supply of the tumor to deliver targeted radiation. The study will enroll 64 participants to see…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody drug aims to save Insulin-Making cells in type 1 diabetes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 3 study tests SAB-142, an antibody that targets immune cells, in 108 people aged 5 to 40 with type 1 diabetes. The goal is to see if it can preserve the body's ability to produce insulin over 12 months. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo alongside standa…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered yeast pill takes on superbug c. diff in first human trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests an oral capsule containing a genetically modified probiotic yeast designed to neutralize toxins produced by C. diff bacteria. The study first evaluates safety in healthy adults, then in people at risk for recurrent C. diff infection. Participants take…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a special diet calm Crohn's Flare-Ups?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a specially designed anti-inflammatory diet can reduce symptoms and gut inflammation in people with mild-to-moderate Crohn's disease. For 8 weeks, 122 participants will receive fully catered meals and weekly coaching from a dietitian. The goal is to see i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a phone app help GLP-1 users eat better and move more?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether a 4-month digital coaching program (Noom) helps adults who recently started GLP-1 medications improve their diet and physical activity. About 220 participants will use the app to track food and exercise, get coaching, and learn about managing challeng…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Massachusetts, Worcester • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug XYA02 takes on tough cancers in first human trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new biologic drug called XYA02 in 190 adults with advanced solid tumors (including lung, ovarian, and pancreatic cancers) that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the best dose, and see if the drug can shrink tumo…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: XYone Therapeutics, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fat cell therapy shows promise for Hard-to-Heal gut holes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether injecting a patient's own fat-derived cells can help close abnormal connections (fistulas) in the gut that won't heal with standard treatments. Researchers will track 50 adults to see what factors predict successful closure. The goal is to understand w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Asian Institute of Gastroenterology, India • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Radiation and drug combo shows promise for tough liver cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a combination of targeted radiation (SBRT) and an experimental drug called QL1706 in 36 adults with advanced liver cancer that has worsened after one prior treatment. The radiation is given to liver tumors over five sessions, followed by QL1706 infusions every th…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Hebei Medical University Fourth Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New pill for weight and diabetes gets first human dosing test
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests how the body processes HRS9531 tablets under different dosing conditions. It involves 100 healthy adults aged 18-55 with a BMI between 23 and 35. The goal is to measure drug levels and safety, not yet to treat weight or diabetes.
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Fujian Shengdi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Promising drug cocktail aims to save voice boxes in throat cancer patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial tests two drugs—becotatug vedotin and pucotenlimab—given before surgery to people with advanced hypopharyngeal cancer. The goal is to shrink tumors enough to improve surgical outcomes and possibly preserve the voice box. About 52 participants will receive thre…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New hope for colorectal cancer: experimental drug combo enters phase 2 trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding an experimental drug called tovecimig to standard chemotherapy (FOLFIRI) can shrink tumors or slow cancer growth in people with metastatic colorectal cancer who have already tried one prior treatment. The study will enroll 25 participants a…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Smart patch vs finger prick: can a CGM improve blood sugar after Weight-Loss surgery?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will enroll 20 severely obese adults scheduled for metabolic surgery. Half will use a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) and half will use standard finger-stick testing to track blood sugar. Researchers want to see if the CGM leads to steadier blood sugar levels and fewe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Pennington Biomedical Research Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Rice to the rescue: new study tests Low-GI, High-Protein rice for diabetes prevention
Disease control Not yet recruitingThe HARVEST study is testing whether eating a special low-glycemic, high-protein rice instead of regular white rice can improve blood sugar control in people with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. Over 16 weeks, 225 adults in Singapore will replace their usual rice with one of thre…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institute for Human Development and Potential (IHDP), Singapore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New daily pill could help millions shed pounds
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial is testing a new daily pill called elecoglipron for weight loss in 4500 adults who are obese or overweight, with or without type 2 diabetes. Participants will take the pill or a placebo for 72 weeks, alongside diet and exercise. The main goal is to see how much…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Can diet help people with type 1 diabetes lose weight? new study aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares three diets for weight loss in adults with type 1 diabetes who are overweight or obese. Participants will follow either a moderate carbohydrate restriction, an early time-restricted eating plan, or a standard calorie-restricted diet. The goal is to see which a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fundación Pública Andaluza para la Investigación de Málaga en Biomedicina y Salud • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New study tests Anti-Inflammatory drug for Crohn's in china
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will test the drug Tabellvi (adalimumab) in 50 Chinese adults with moderate to severe Crohn's disease. The goal is to see how safe and effective it is in real-world settings, focusing on side effects and whether patients achieve remission after 26 weeks. Participants m…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Chia Tai Tianqing Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New kidney pill aims to cut protein leak in diabetics
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether the drug finerenone can reduce protein in the urine (a sign of kidney damage) in adults with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. About 148 participants will receive either finerenone or a placebo pill daily for 6 months, on top of their usual medi…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Dental implants may improve diabetes control, new trial suggests
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether replacing missing back teeth with dental implants can help people with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes improve their blood sugar levels. The idea is that better chewing leads to healthier eating, which may lower HbA1c. 140 adults will either get implants plu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New needle route may stop deadly bleeding in clogged portal veins
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new procedure for people with a completely blocked main portal vein who have had at least two episodes of dangerous variceal bleeding. Doctors will use ultrasound to guide a needle into a vein in the gut, then try to reopen the blocked vein or create a new bypa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Air Force Military Medical University, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New diabetes drug aims to help those with kidney disease
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new daily pill called elecoglipron in adults with type 2 diabetes and reduced kidney function. Participants also take dapagliflozin, a standard diabetes medicine. The goal is to see if elecoglipron improves blood sugar control, body weight, and blood pressure c…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New diabetes pill elecoglipron faces final test in 600-Patient trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 study tests whether a new oral drug called elecoglipron can help adults with type 2 diabetes better manage their blood sugar when added to their current insulin and other diabetes medications. About 600 participants will receive either elecoglipron or a placebo daily…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Ancient herbs meet modern medicine: can Curcumin-QingDai tame UC?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding a combination of curcumin (from turmeric) and QingDai (a traditional Chinese herb) to standard vedolizumab treatment can help people with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis reach remission. About 160 adults will receive either the herbal combo o…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Ryan C Ungaro • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Electric pulses to the gut could help control early diabetes without drugs
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a procedure called pulsENDO that uses mild electric pulses to regenerate the lining of the first part of the small intestine (duodenum) in people recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. The goal is to see if this can help control blood sugar levels without needi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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12,000 diabetes patients to test remote monitoring system
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will look at whether a remote patient monitoring system, called Steno Detektor, helps people with diabetes control their blood sugar. About 12,000 patients will be monitored as part of their regular care. Researchers will compare blood sugar levels and hospital visits …
Sponsor: Steno Diabetes Center Copenhagen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New daily pill could help teens manage type 2 diabetes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new once-daily oral pill called orforglipron against a weekly injection (dulaglutide) in 170 teens aged 10-18 with type 2 diabetes. The goal is to see if the pill works better at controlling blood sugar and is safe. Participants will be followed for about 61 we…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New pill combo aims to tame type 2 diabetes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental drug called elecoglipron, taken alone or together with the existing medication dapagliflozin, in adults with type 2 diabetes whose blood sugar is not well controlled. About 800 participants will receive either the new drug, a placebo, or a combina…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New team approach aims to simplify care for heart and kidney health
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a 6-month program where patients work with a pharmacist and their primary care doctor to make shared decisions about medications and lifestyle. The goal is to see if this team-based approach improves heart and kidney health scores and medication adherence. The st…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New simple workout could help control diabetes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new, simpler weight training program called D-STORM for adults with type 2 diabetes. The program uses easier exercises to build muscle and improve blood sugar control. Over 12 weeks, 56 participants will either do the training plus usual care or just usual care…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universiti Teknologi Mara • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Cottonseed compound plus immunotherapy takes on tough colorectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether combining sintilimab (an immunotherapy) with gossypol acetate (a compound from cottonseed) can shrink tumors in people with advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to at least two prior treatments. The study will enroll 32 adults aged 18…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Peking University People's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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AI coach joins fight against diabetes in new online lifestyle trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a personalized online lifestyle program, with or without a virtual AI coach, can help people with type 2 diabetes improve their blood sugar control. 160 adults will use continuous glucose monitors and attend online group sessions over 12 months, with foll…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Twente • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can a special drink help tame blood sugar in type 2 diabetes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether replacing breakfast and a snack with a diabetes-specific nutritional drink (Glucerna) helps people with type 2 diabetes and obesity keep their blood sugar in a healthy range more often. About 198 adults will be randomly assigned to either the drink-ba…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Universitario San Ignacio • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Crohn's blockage showdown: drugs or surgery for better quality of life?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial compares two approaches for people with Crohn's disease who have a narrowed section of the small bowel causing symptoms. One group receives a combination of two drugs (azathioprine and infliximab), while the other group undergoes surgery to remove the narrowed segment.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Could a common diabetes pill help hearts heal after a heart attack?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether the diabetes drug ertugliflozin, started within 72 hours of a first heart attack, can improve heart function in people with type 2 diabetes. About 476 adults will be randomly assigned to take the drug or receive standard care. Researchers will measure cha…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Diabetes duo: could a Two-Pill combo tame blood sugar better than one?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 study tests whether taking two diabetes medications together—elecoglipron and dapagliflozin—works better than either drug alone for controlling blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes. The trial enrolls about 2,000 people whose diabetes is not well managed by life…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Bile acid pill may turbocharge liver regrowth after transplant
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA), a bile acid supplement, can speed up liver regeneration in adults receiving a living-donor liver transplant. Participants take UDCA or a placebo starting at least 10 days before surgery and continuing for 10 days after. Resear…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences, India • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can a smart sensor stop prediabetes in its tracks?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will give 100 adults with prediabetes a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) called Stelo, which tracks blood sugar every few minutes. The goal is to see if seeing real-time sugar levels helps people make better food and activity choices, lowering their A1c and improving h…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New bowel prep could boost colonoscopy success in cirrhosis patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding a laxative (bisacodyl) and a longer low-fiber diet to the standard bowel prep improves colonoscopy quality in people with cirrhosis. About 252 adults will be randomly assigned to either the standard or modified prep. The goal is to see if the new a…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Hospital do Divino Espírito Santo de Ponta Delgada • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New weekly shot aims to tame type 2 diabetes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new medicine called UBT251, given as a weekly shot, in 300 adults with type 2 diabetes. Some participants will get UBT251, others will get a placebo or an existing drug (semaglutide). The goal is to see if UBT251 can safely lower blood sugar and help with weigh…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can a single drug free patients from insulin after immunotherapy?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether the drug infliximab can safely reverse insulin dependence in people who developed diabetes after taking checkpoint inhibitor cancer therapy. About 14 participants will receive the drug and be monitored for side effects and changes in their need for …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Experimental interferon boosts hopes for rectal cancer remission
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding a new form of interferon (rSIFN-co) to standard total neoadjuvant therapy (short-course radiation plus chemotherapy) can improve the chance of complete tumor disappearance in people with mid-low locally advanced rectal cancer. About 90 adul…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sichuan Huiyang Life Science and Technology Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Herbal tablet aims to reverse liver scarring in fatty liver disease
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether Fuzheng Huayu tablets, a traditional Chinese herbal medicine, can reduce liver scarring in people with compensated cirrhosis caused by metabolic fatty liver disease. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either the herbal tablets or a placebo for …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New drug combo aims to tame liver side effects of cancer immunotherapy
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether combining mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) with prednisone can better treat liver inflammation caused by checkpoint inhibitor cancer drugs. The trial includes adults with moderate to severe immune-related hepatitis who need to pause their cancer therapy. The m…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fox Chase Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New drug combo aims to tackle deadly pancreatic cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new drug called samuraciclib added to standard chemotherapy for people with a specific type of advanced pancreatic cancer (basal-like). The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the combination helps shrink tumors or slow the cancer. About 67 adults with n…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Electric zaps to the gut could tame diabetes and fatty liver
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a procedure called pulsENDO that uses mild electric pulses to regenerate the lining of the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine). The goal is to improve blood sugar control and reduce fat buildup in the liver for people with type 2 diabetes and fatty l…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New daily pill aims to rival semaglutide for diabetes and weight loss
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 study tests a new oral drug, elecoglipron, against the approved pill semaglutide in adults with type 2 diabetes who also have increased heart risk. The goal is to see which works better for lowering blood sugar and body weight over about a year. Participants take one…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Liver cancer radiation therapy may open door to transplant
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a radiation treatment called SIRT (selective internal radiation therapy) using tiny radioactive beads delivered directly to liver tumors. The goal is to shrink tumors enough so that patients with liver cancer can qualify for a liver transplant or have surgery to …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sirtex Medical • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New cocktail aims to tackle stomach cancer relapse
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests a combination of three drugs—sintilimab, ramucirumab, and paclitaxel—in 30 adults with HER2-negative stomach cancer that came back during or within 6 months of finishing adjuvant therapy. The main goal is to see how many patients' tumors shrink significan…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital with Nanjing Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New pill may help diabetics fast safely during ramadan
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a once-daily pill called orforglipron in adults with type 2 diabetes who plan to fast during Ramadan. The goal is to see if the drug helps control blood sugar and weight without causing harm. About 130 participants will take the pill for up to 48 weeks, with clin…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Smarter radiation planning aims to boost liver tumor attack while sparing healthy tissue
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new planning method called multicompartment dosimetry (MCD) for TheraSphere, a treatment that delivers tiny radioactive beads to liver tumors. The goal is to give a higher radiation dose to the tumor while protecting healthy liver. Researchers will enroll 140 p…
Sponsor: Boston Scientific Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on tough cancers in first human trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a new treatment called ML261 for people with advanced small cell lung cancer or certain neuroendocrine cancers that have not responded to standard treatments. ML261 is made from a patient's own immune cells, which are modified in a lab to better recog…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Moonlight Bio, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New study: can a smart glucose monitor help diabetics with kidney problems?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a real-time continuous glucose monitor (CGM) helps people with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease keep their blood sugar in a healthy range. Thirty adults will either use the CGM or stick with standard fingerstick checks for three months. The goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Universitario San Ignacio • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Radioactive drug targets hard-to-treat neuroendocrine tumors in early trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 1 trial tests a radioactive drug called 211At-MABG in 16 adults with advanced neuroendocrine cancers, including pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma. The drug delivers radiation directly to cancer cells that show up on a special scan. The main goal is to see if the treat…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Daily pill aims to tackle weight and diabetes together
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 study tests aleniglipron, an oral medication taken once daily, for helping adults with obesity or overweight and type 2 diabetes manage their weight over the long term. Participants receive either aleniglipron or a placebo for 76 weeks. The main goal is to see how mu…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Gasherbrum Bio, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Structure Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Tailored radiation aims to shrink tumors, spare healthy tissue in nasopharyngeal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial tests whether a personalized radiation plan, which expands the treatment area based on each patient's tumor margins, can control nasopharyngeal cancer as well as the standard approach. The study includes 568 adults with newly diagnosed, non-metastatic disease. …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New injections aim to melt liver fat in MASH patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis clinical trial tests two experimental injections, HRS-4729 and HRS9531, in adults with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), a serious liver condition linked to obesity. The study involves 160 participants who receive either the drug or a placebo for 52 we…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fujian Shengdi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New trial combines HIV PrEP and STI prevention in one package for young men
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a combined approach—offering HIV PrEP (pills or injections) and STI prevention (doxycycline after sex) along with smartphone tools—helps young men at high risk stay protected. About 400 men aged 18-29 who have sex with men will be followed for a year to s…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: HIV Prevention Trials Network • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Can a cheap arthritis drug shield kidneys from heart and bone damage?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a low dose of colchicine, a common anti-inflammatory drug, can slow down blood vessel hardening and bone problems in people with stage 3 chronic kidney disease. About 60 adults will take colchicine or receive usual care for 12 months. The goal is to see i…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New Three-Drug cocktail aims to wipe out stomach cancer before surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding the targeted drug fruquintinib to standard immunotherapy (sintilimab) and chemotherapy (SOX) can improve outcomes for people with locally advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer. About 120 participants will receive either the t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sichuan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Can a special diet help control diabetes? new study tests Low-Calorie MIND-HK plan
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether two low-calorie versions of the MIND-HK diet can improve blood sugar and heart health in adults with type 2 diabetes. 180 participants aged 40-70 will be split into three groups: one following a low-calorie diet, one a very low-calorie diet, and a control…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hong Kong Metropolitan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New weekly shot could help control diabetes and weight
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 3 trial tests a new injection called UBT251 in 360 adults with type 2 diabetes who have not been able to control their blood sugar with diet and exercise alone. Participants will receive either a weekly shot of UBT251 (at different doses) or a placebo for several weeks…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: The United Bio-Technology (Hengqin) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New pill targets stubborn colorectal cancer mutation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental pill called VS-7375, designed to block a specific cancer-driving protein (KRAS G12D). The trial includes people with metastatic colorectal cancer that has this mutation. Some participants receive VS-7375 alone, others get it combined with an antib…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Verastem, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Weekly insulin shot could replace daily injections for diabetes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how well a new once-weekly insulin, called insulin icodec, works for people with type 2 diabetes who are switching from a daily insulin. Researchers will track blood sugar control, treatment satisfaction, and how well patients stick to the new regimen over abo…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New drainage procedure could prevent gallbladder attacks without surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a procedure called EUS-guided gallbladder drainage can prevent future gallbladder attacks in people who are too sick or frail for surgery. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either the drainage procedure or standard medical care. The study will…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Mutua de Terrassa • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New trial puts mirikizumab Head-to-Head with standard Crohn's therapy
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares early treatment with mirikizumab (a biologic drug) to standard therapy with azathioprine plus steroids in 320 adults newly diagnosed with moderate-to-severe Crohn's disease. Participants are randomly assigned to one of two groups for 52 weeks. The goal is to s…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Free veggies and cooking classes aim to tame diabetes in pregnancy
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a program that delivers fresh produce to the homes of pregnant women with type 1 or 2 diabetes who also struggle to afford healthy food. Participants also get group classes on diabetes, nutrition, and cooking, plus help finding other resources. The goal is to see…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New weekly shot aims to turn back the clock on prediabetes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a once-weekly injectable drug called mazdutide can help adults with prediabetes achieve normal blood sugar levels. About 150 participants will receive either a low dose, a higher dose, or a placebo for 24 weeks, along with diet and exercise advice. The ma…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Shandong Provincial Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Tailored drug cocktails aim to outsmart resistant esophageal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether matching drug combinations to a patient's tumor genetics can help when standard immunotherapy stops working. About 90 people with advanced esophageal cancer will get one of three treatment pairs based on their cancer's molecular profile. The goal is to se…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Peking University Cancer Hospital & Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New shot aims to tame hepatitis b without daily pills
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests an experimental drug called AHB-137 in 70 adults with chronic hepatitis B who are already on antiviral pills. The drug is given as a shot under the skin. The goal is to see if it can lower the virus to undetectable levels and allow some people to stop the…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AusperBio Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy may let some GI cancer patients skip the knife
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether immunotherapy can shrink certain gastrointestinal cancers (like colorectal or stomach cancer) enough that some patients may not need major surgery. People whose tumors have specific genetic features (MSI-H/dMMR or POLE mutation) and who respond well to…
Sponsor: Peking University Cancer Hospital & Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Stomach-shrinking procedure may help control blood sugar and delay insulin in type 2 diabetes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a weight-loss procedure called endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) can improve blood sugar control and reduce the need for insulin in adults with obesity and type 2 diabetes. Participants have poorly controlled diabetes despite taking standard medication…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Scientific Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Experimental shot takes aim at stomach cancer spread
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a drug called ACM-CpG, which is injected directly into the abdomen to stimulate the immune system against cancer. It includes 24 adults with colorectal or appendix cancer that has spread to the lining of the abdomen or caused fluid buildup. The main g…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Brown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New cocktail of drugs shows promise for stomach cancer patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests a combination of four drugs—mannatide, two chemotherapy drugs, and an immunotherapy—as a first treatment for people with advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer that has spread or come back. The study will enroll 52 participants to see if the…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ming Liu • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Patch pump vs. shots: can a smart insulin device tame Steroid-Related blood sugar spikes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a wearable insulin patch pump, guided by a continuous glucose monitor, can better control high blood sugar caused by high-dose steroids in people with sudden hearing loss and diabetes or prediabetes. About 44 participants will be randomly assigned to e…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hallym University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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First-in-Class cancer drug targets Hard-to-Treat tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental oral drug called VMD-102 in people with advanced solid tumors, including liver, lung, kidney, skin (uveal melanoma), and colorectal cancers that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug works by blocking a specific protein (PKC epsilon)…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: VM Discovery, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets tough pancreatic cancer gene
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new drug called DN022150 combined with standard chemotherapy (AG) as a first treatment for advanced pancreatic cancer that has a specific genetic change called KRAS G12D. About 465 adults aged 18-75 who have not had prior treatment for advanced disease will tak…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Jiangxi Kvvit Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Heated chemo cocktail may boost immune attack on stomach cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new approach for people with locally advanced stomach cancer that has not spread to other organs. First, patients receive heated chemotherapy directly into the abdomen to kill any hidden cancer cells. Then they get an immunotherapy drug (serplulimab) combined w…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Changzheng Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New diabetes shot aims to rival semaglutide in blood sugar control
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 study compares an experimental weekly injection called UBT251 to the approved drug semaglutide in adults with type 2 diabetes whose blood sugar is not well controlled by oral medications like metformin. The main goal is to see if UBT251 is at least as effective as se…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: The United Bio-Technology (Hengqin) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a stomach shield drug replace acid blockers for steroid users?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether teprenone, a stomach-protecting drug, can reduce gastrointestinal damage caused by high-dose steroids in people with lupus. One hundred participants will be randomly assigned to take either teprenone or the standard acid-blocker omeprazole for 12 weeks. T…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a new cell therapy called NK521 for people with advanced liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) or ovarian cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. NK521 are natural killer (NK) cells that have been gene-edited to remove three proteins t…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Base Therapeutics (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New pill could stop liver scarring in MASH patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 3 trial tests whether the drug HSK31679 can safely improve liver health in 400 adults with MASH, a serious fatty liver disease. Participants will take either the drug or a placebo daily for about a year. The main goals are to see if the drug can reverse liver inflammat…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Haisco Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Radioactive microspheres aim to shrink stubborn liver tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a treatment called NRT6003, which delivers tiny radioactive beads directly to liver tumors through a blood vessel. It is for people with liver cancer that has already been treated but not cured. The goal is to see if this single session of internal radiation can …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could cocoa and veggies protect against pregnancy complications?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether a diet rich in polyphenols—including daily cocoa and extra fruits and vegetables—can reduce oxidative stress and improve blood vessel function in pregnant women. Researchers will randomly assign 60 pregnant women to receive dietary counseling and c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Salamanca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a common liver drug replace steroids for immunotherapy side effects?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA), a drug already used for other liver conditions, can treat cholestatic hepatitis—a liver inflammation caused by immunotherapy—better than standard steroids. About 94 adults with cancer (excluding liver cancer) who devel…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat colorectal cancer: targeted drug combo enters human trials
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new drug called TQB2930, which targets the HER2 protein on cancer cells, combined with standard chemotherapy and possibly another drug (bevacizumab). The goal is to find the safest and most effective dose and see if it shrinks tumors in people with advanced col…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Chia Tai Tianqing Pharmaceutical Group Nanjing Shunxin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for tough colorectal cancers? early trial combines three drugs
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called nelmastobart, combined with two existing cancer drugs (TAS-102 and bevacizumab), in 45 Chinese patients with advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. The main goal is to check safety and how the body …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: STCube, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to shrink rectal tumors and save organs
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding two immunotherapy drugs to radiation therapy can better shrink advanced rectal cancer than standard chemoradiation. About 342 adults with a specific type of rectal cancer will be randomly assigned to one of three treatment groups. The goal is to se…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Beijing Friendship Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Dentist's deep clean may delay dialysis for kidney patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a deep dental cleaning (subgingival instrumentation) can slow the progression of chronic kidney disease in 40 adults with diabetes and stage IV-V kidney disease. The cleaning aims to reduce inflammation that may worsen kidney function. Researchers will me…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Postgraduate Institute of Dental Sciences Rohtak • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for stomach cancer: drug cocktail targets tough cases
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a combination of the immunotherapy drug sintilimab and a chemotherapy regimen called FOLFIRI as a second-line treatment for people with advanced HER2-negative stomach cancer that has progressed after initial therapy. The goal is to see if this approach can delay …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New pill aims to tame severe gut disease
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental tablet called Hemay005 in 360 Chinese adults with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis, a chronic gut condition. Participants will receive either the drug or a placebo to see if it can bring about remission and improve symptoms over 12 weeks, wit…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ganzhou Hemay Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Triple therapy aims to wipe out rectal cancer before surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial tests a new approach for high-risk locally advanced rectal cancer. Participants first receive short-course radiotherapy, followed by a combination of chemotherapy (NALIRIFOX) and immunotherapy (Pucotenlimab) for about 6 months. The goal is to see if this regim…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Wang Xin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Supercharging the Body's own defenses to fight Hard-to-Treat GIST
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a patient's own immune cells, called tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs), can be grown in a lab and then given back to fight advanced gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST). The study includes people whose GIST has spread, come back, or cannot be remove…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Joal Beane • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Zapping stomach tumors with calcium: a new way to stop bleeding?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a procedure called calcium electroporation to stop bleeding from stomach cancer tumors. Doctors inject calcium into the tumor and use a special device to deliver small electrical pulses, which can help control bleeding. The trial will include 28 patients with adv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital del Rio Hortega • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Heart drug may worsen advanced liver disease – major trial underway
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether propranolol, a drug often used for high blood pressure, helps or harms people with advanced cirrhosis (severe liver scarring). The trial will include 466 adults with a MELD score over 9, meaning their liver disease is fairly advanced. Researchers will …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: General Hospital of Shenyang Military Region • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a natural supplement calm ulcerative colitis?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a supplement called palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) can help people with mild-to-moderate ulcerative colitis. Researchers will measure changes in disease activity, quality of life, and inflammation markers in 60 participants. The goal is to see if adding PEA …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ain Shams University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New study tests endoscopic gallbladder drainage as surgery alternative
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 220 patients with benign gallbladder diseases who cannot have surgery. It compares two non-surgical approaches: endoscopic drainage with possible stone removal versus traditional drainage alone. The goal is to see which method leads to fewer complications a…
Sponsor: Air Force Military Medical University, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New antibody combo takes on tough colorectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called EMB-01, a bispecific antibody that targets two cancer-related proteins, combined with standard chemotherapy. About 120 adults with advanced colorectal cancer that cannot be surgically removed will receive the combination. The main go…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shanghai EpimAb Biotherapeutics Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy duo aims to shrink nasopharyngeal tumors before standard treatment
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drugs cemiplimab (with or without fianlimab) to standard chemotherapy before chemoradiation can improve outcomes for people with advanced nasopharyngeal cancer. About 60 adults with non-metastatic, EBV-positive nasopharyngeal carc…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for bile duct cancer: drug duo targets tough tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial tests a combination of two drugs—Becotatug vedotin (a targeted therapy) and pucotenlimab (an immunotherapy)—in 30 adults with advanced biliary tract cancer whose first treatment stopped working. The goal is to see if the combo can shrink tumors and improve sur…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: HuiKai Li • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug targets tough cancers with KRas G12V mutation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests an experimental drug called CLSP-5282 in up to 140 adults with advanced solid tumors (like lung, pancreatic, or colorectal cancer) that have a specific genetic change called KRas G12V. The drug is given by IV infusion. The main goals are to check safe…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Clasp Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New cocktail aims to make inoperable liver metastases removable
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding an experimental immunotherapy drug (QL1706) to standard chemotherapy and radiation can shrink liver tumors from colon cancer enough to allow surgery. About 30 adults with colon cancer that has spread only to the liver will receive the combination b…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fujian Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Fat cells injected into esophagus could tame reflux without surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether injecting a patient's own fat-derived cells into the lower esophagus is safe and feasible for treating GERD that doesn't respond well to medication. Fifteen adults with chronic acid reflux will undergo a minimally invasive endoscopic procedure. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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New combo without chemotherapy aims to shrink rectal tumors before surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis small study tests a new approach for people with stage II/III rectal cancer that has not spread. Instead of chemotherapy, patients receive targeted internal radiation followed by two doses of the immunotherapy drug nivolumab before surgery. The goal is to see if this combina…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dr. Te Vuong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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New drug combo may boost surgery success in returning liver cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental drug (PD-1/IL-2 bispecific antibody) given before a second surgery in 30 adults whose liver cancer returned early after initial curative surgery. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink or kill more cancer cells before the operation, potentially…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Ancient herb meets keto: new trial targets fatty liver
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a traditional Chinese medicine formula called Chazhu Xiaoli Formula (CXD), combined with a very low-carb (ketogenic) diet, can reduce liver fat in people with MASLD (fatty liver disease). 135 adults aged 18-50 will be randomly assigned to one of three gro…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Municipal Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Could probiotics be the missing ingredient for gestational diabetes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether adding a probiotic supplement to standard diabetes medications (metformin or insulin) improves blood sugar control and reduces inflammation in pregnant women with gestational diabetes. Two hundred women diagnosed between 18-26 weeks of pregnancy will …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Can a Macrophage-Targeting drug supercharge CAR-T therapy?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether adding a drug called axatilimab to standard CAR-T cell therapy can improve outcomes for people with high-risk large B-cell lymphomas. Axatilimab works by conditioning macrophages, a type of immune cell, to potentially help the CAR-T cells fight cancer mor…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Northside Hospital, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Could a measles vaccine fight pancreatic cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial is testing whether injecting the MMR vaccine directly into pancreatic tumors is safe and can help shrink them. The study will include 20 adults with borderline resectable or unresectable pancreatic cancer who have already completed standard chemotherapy and…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Arkansas • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Triple-Drug attack on stomach cancer shows promise in major trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding a second immunotherapy drug (ipilimumab) to the standard combination of sintilimab and chemotherapy helps shrink stomach tumors before surgery and keeps cancer from coming back afterward. About 720 adults with resectable stomach or gastroesophageal…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Innovent Biopharmaceutical Technology (Hangzhou) Co., LTD. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Could some GI cancer patients avoid major surgery? new study explores organ preservation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether people with certain genetic types of gastrointestinal cancers (stomach, colorectal, or anal) can safely avoid major surgery after immunotherapy. Instead of removing the organ, doctors will monitor closely or do smaller procedures to remove any remainin…
Sponsor: Peking University Cancer Hospital & Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Could a common supplement help liver patients in intensive care?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether adding L-carnitine, a natural substance, to standard care can improve outcomes for critically ill adults with liver disease in the ICU. About 58 participants with conditions like liver failure or severe infections will be enrolled. Researchers will tra…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Beni-Suef University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Immunotherapy cocktail aims to turn untreatable stomach tumors into surgical targets
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether combining two immunotherapy drugs (ipilimumab and sintilimab) with chemotherapy (modified XELOX) can shrink locally advanced stomach cancer that cannot be surgically removed. The goal is to make the tumors small enough for surgery. The study enrol…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Chen Lizhu • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Smart insulin pump could transform hospital diabetes care
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial compares an automated insulin delivery system (AID) to standard insulin injections for managing blood sugar in hospitalized adults with type 2 diabetes who have an infection. The AID system uses a continuous glucose monitor and a smart pump to automatically adjust insu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Steno Diabetes Center Copenhagen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New drug cocktail targets tough pancreatic tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests whether combining two drugs—selumetinib and DS-8201a—can safely shrink or control advanced pancreatic cancer that has a specific genetic change (KRAS mutation) and a protein called HER2. About 31 adults with cancer that cannot be removed by surgery or…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Experimental vaccine combo takes on tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a new peptide nanovaccine (ONVAX-01) together with an anti-PD-1 antibody and standard chemotherapy in 9 people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has worsened after prior treatment. The main goals are to see if the combination is safe and whether it…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Sichuan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New drug targets pancreatic cancer before surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a drug called samuraciclib in 15 people with localized pancreatic cancer that can be surgically removed. Participants will take the drug for about two weeks before their planned surgery. Researchers will check safety and look for changes in tumor cell…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New combo therapy before surgery shows promise for bile duct cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial tests whether giving a mix of immunotherapy (durvalumab), chemotherapy (cisplatin and gemcitabine), and possibly a targeted drug (futibatinib) before surgery can improve outcomes for patients with resectable intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma, a type of bile duct…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New automated insulin system tested for hospital diabetes care
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new automated insulin delivery system for people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes in a hospital setting. Six participants will have their blood sugar controlled by the system for 24 hours while eating standard meals. The goal is to see if the system can keep bloo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ideal Medical Technologies • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Could cord blood transfusions protect fragile preemies?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using cord blood, rich in fetal hemoglobin, for transfusions in preterm infants can reduce serious complications like blindness, lung disease, and gut problems. Researchers will compare outcomes in 200 very low birth weight babies who receive either cord …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Parma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Could a common antibiotic ease Kids' bowel disease?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether oral vancomycin, an antibiotic, can help children aged 6-15 with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), especially types linked to liver problems. About 140 kids will either get vancomycin plus standard care or standard care alone for up to a year. Researchers…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tampere University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Genetic test may guide chemo choice for pancreatic cancer patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial tests whether a genetic signature can personalize chemotherapy for people with borderline resectable pancreatic cancer. About 110 participants will receive either a standard chemo regimen or one chosen based on their tumor's genetic profile. The goal is to see…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Federation Francophone de Cancerologie Digestive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New hope for rare gut tumors? phase 2 trial launches
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests a new drug called AUR103 calcium in 30 people with advanced neuroendocrine tumors that have worsened after at least one prior treatment. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors or stop them from growing. Participants take the drug twice daily unt…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Aurigene Discovery Technologies Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New hope for tough pancreatic cancer? drug combo targets KRAS mutations
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new drug called JAB-23E73, which targets KRAS gene changes, combined with two standard chemotherapies (nab-paclitaxel and gemcitabine) in people whose pancreatic cancer has spread and who haven't had prior treatment. The goal is to see if the combination is saf…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jacobio Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Could immunotherapy let some stomach cancer patients skip surgery?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (Durvalumab and Tremelimumab) can control advanced stomach cancers with specific genetic features (dMMR/MSI-H) well enough to avoid surgery. The trial enrolls 12 adults who would normally need chemotherapy and s…
Sponsor: Yong Zhou • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Video Game-Style education could help kids control diabetes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an interactive educational video, added to standard diabetes education, helps children aged 8 to 14 with type 1 diabetes improve their blood sugar control. The video lets kids make decisions in everyday situations and see the results. Researchers will mea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: G. d'Annunzio University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Could a pill help the liver regrow and make more cancer surgeries possible?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests a drug called HRX215 in 80 adults with colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver. Before surgery to remove liver tumors, patients often get a procedure (PVE) that blocks blood flow to the tumor area to encourage the healthy part of the liver to grow. HRX215 …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Could stem cell secretions tame tough Crohn's? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new treatment called DB-3Q for people with Crohn's disease that hasn't improved with standard therapies. DB-3Q is made from stem cells and may help reduce inflammation in the gut. The trial will enroll 36 adults and focus on safety and how well the treatment wo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Direct Biologics, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New trial aims to outsmart drug resistance in colorectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests whether matching drug combinations to a patient's tumor characteristics can better control metastatic colorectal cancer. Researchers will use blood draws, biopsies, and imaging to track how tumors resist treatment. The study enrolls 100 adults with me…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Could a zap to the ear boost memory in diabetes patients?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a mild electrical stimulation applied to the ear (via a small device) can improve memory and thinking in people with type 2 diabetes who also have mild cognitive impairment. The trial will involve 38 participants who will either receive the active stimula…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Affiliated Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Could chemoradiotherapy replace surgery for esophageal cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 3 trial tests whether patients with esophageal cancer who respond well to initial drug therapy can safely avoid surgery and instead receive chemoradiotherapy to preserve their esophagus. Over 1,000 participants will be randomly assigned to either surgery or organ prese…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Henan Cancer Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New combo therapy takes on advanced cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests a new drug called N-3C01, given alone or with an immunotherapy, in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see if the combination shrinks tumors. About 114 a…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hefei Xinzhu Biological Technology Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Radiation plus immunotherapy shows promise in bile duct cancer trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding targeted radiation (SBRT) to standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy can help people with advanced bile duct cancer live longer without their cancer growing. About 123 adults with untreated, inoperable bile duct cancer will be randomly assigned to …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Eastern Hepatobiliary Surgery Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Can digital health coaching or remote monitoring better control diabetes in people with disabilities?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two telehealth approaches—digital health coaching and remote patient monitoring—to see which works better for managing type 2 diabetes in people with physical disabilities and at least one other chronic condition. About 5,000 participants will be randomly assi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New drug aims to melt liver fat and stop scarring in MASH patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental drug called ALN-CIDEB in 150 adults with MASH, a serious liver disease involving fat buildup and scarring. The goal is to see if the drug can reduce liver fat, injury, and scarring compared to a placebo. Participants will receive either the drug o…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to fight metastatic colorectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a combination of three drugs—TAS-102, bevacizumab, and serplulimab—in 20 people with metastatic colorectal cancer who have already had surgery to remove tumors. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and can delay cancer progression. Participan…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Could a simple gel boost gum healing in diabetes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding hyaluronic acid gel to standard deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) improves gum healing in people with both diabetes and advanced gum disease. Twenty-three participants will receive the standard cleaning on all teeth, and then two gum pockets…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Marmara University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New injection YKYY031 enters human testing for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called YKYY031 in 76 people with advanced solid tumors (like colorectal or pancreatic cancer) that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and get a first look at whether the …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Beijing Youcare Kechuang Pharmaceutical Technology Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Diet coaching for gestational diabetes: a closer look at what works
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether structured nutrition counseling helps pregnant women with gestational diabetes improve their diet quality and reduce harmful substances called advanced glycation end products. About 48 first-time pregnant women aged 18-35 will be assigned to either cou…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Istanbul Saglik Bilimleri University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Liver scan & chat in hospital may cut Booze-Related ER visits
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving hospitalized heavy drinkers a liver stiffness scan and personalized alcohol counseling can reduce future emergency hospital visits. 500 adults at risk of alcohol-related liver disease will be randomly assigned to get this extra support or usual car…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Oslo University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New injection aims to suppress hepatitis b virus
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests an injection called AHB-137 in adults with chronic hepatitis B who have not yet received treatment. The study compares AHB-137 to a placebo to see if it can lower the amount of hepatitis B virus in the blood and reduce a key marker of infection (HBsAg). P…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ausper Biopharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New hope for hard-to-treat cancers? experimental combo enters phase 2 trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new drug (GV20-0251) combined with an immunotherapy (anti-PD-1) in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to or cannot tolerate standard treatments. About 227 adults with various cancers, including lung, breast, and colorectal, will participa…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: GV20 Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Blood test could spare stomach cancer patients from unnecessary chemo
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a simple blood test that detects tiny bits of tumor DNA (ctDNA) can help doctors decide which stomach cancer patients need extra chemotherapy after surgery. About 304 people with locally advanced stomach cancer will be randomly assigned to either standard…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Blood test could guide cancer treatment, reducing side effects
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a blood test that detects HPV DNA can help doctors choose the right treatment for people with HPV-positive oropharyngeal cancer. About 116 participants with stage I to III cancer will receive either the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) or stand…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New hope for advanced HER2 cancers? drug trial launches
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase study tests a drug called zanidatamab in 10 adults with advanced HER2-positive solid tumors (like endometrial, bladder, or pancreatic cancer) that have worsened after at least one prior treatment. Participants receive the drug by IV every two weeks. The main goal…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Haihua Yuan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Could a radiation and antibody combo free liver transplant patients from daily pills?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests whether a combination of total lymphoid irradiation (a type of radiation) and anti-thymocyte globulin (an antibody drug) can help liver transplant recipients safely stop taking immunosuppressive drugs. The study will enroll 12 adults receiving a liver…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New hope for ulcerative colitis patients who failed biologics?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental drug called ATH-063 in 120 adults with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis who have not responded to or can no longer use biologic therapies. Participants will receive either the drug or a placebo for 12 weeks to see if it can reduce symptoms an…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Athos Therapeutics Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New drug targets hard-to-treat cancers in early trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a drug called Trastuzumab Rezetecan in 15 adults with advanced solid tumors that have the HER2 protein. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors. Participants get the drug by IV every 3 weeks. This is for people whose cancer has worsened after other treat…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Haihua Yuan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Blood test could personalize chemo breaks for advanced colon cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial tests whether a blood test that measures tumor DNA (ctDNA) can help doctors decide when to reduce or switch chemotherapy in people with metastatic colorectal cancer. About 408 participants will be randomly assigned to either standard treatment or a strategy whe…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New triple therapy aims to reverse early diabetes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a combination of three diabetes drugs (tirzepatide, empagliflozin, and pioglitazone) can help people newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes achieve remission—meaning their blood sugar stays normal even after stopping medication. About 296 adults will take e…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Herbal capsule could shrink fatty liver in new trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a Chinese herbal capsule called Linzhi Jianghuang Fufang Huoxue Anshen (LJF) can safely reduce liver fat in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. About 180 adults aged 18 to 65 with high liver fat will take the capsule or a placebo for 24 weeks. …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hong Kong Baptist University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New Once-Weekly insulin shows promise for diabetes control in italian study
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how well a new insulin called icodec controls blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes who are switching from their current daily insulin. About 214 participants in Italy will use icodec as prescribed by their doctor for 22 to 30 weeks. Researchers will meas…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New drug aims to stop aggressive nose cancer from coming back
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether the drug becotatug vedotin can prevent cancer from returning in 140 patients with high-risk nasopharyngeal carcinoma who have completed standard chemo-radiation. Participants are randomly assigned to receive the drug or standard care. The main goa…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kai Hu • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Smartphone app aims to reduce pregnancy risks from hypertension and diabetes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a mobile app (MOM-HD) can help pregnant women with high blood pressure or diabetes monitor their blood pressure and blood sugar at home. About 864 women in Nepal will either use the app plus standard care or standard care alone. The goal is to see if home…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Real-World study tracks how long patients stick with gut disease drug
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study observes 35 adults with moderate-to-severe Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis to see how long they continue taking guselkumab in everyday medical practice. Researchers will track treatment persistence and early symptom relief, like reduced bowel urgency. No experime…
Sponsor: Janssen-Cilag Pharma GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New drug AB801 aims to boost chemo and immunotherapy in tough cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called AB801, which blocks a protein (AXL) that helps cancers grow and resist treatment. It is given alongside chemotherapy and immunotherapy to people with bile duct or pancreatic cancer that is either borderline resectable, locally advanc…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Can a chat with a nurse help control blood pressure and blood sugar?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study in Colombia will test whether a nursing program that tailors education and counseling to each patient's needs can help people with high blood pressure or type 2 diabetes stick to their medications and achieve better disease control. About 100 to 200 adults alread…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad Autónoma de Bucaramanga • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New shot aims to silence hepatitis b virus for good
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 2 trial tests an injection called AHB-171 in 138 people with chronic hepatitis B. The goal is to see if it can lower hepatitis B surface antigen and viral DNA to very low levels, potentially leading to a functional cure. Participants include those who have never been t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ausper Biopharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Organ transplant may offer new hope for rare abdominal cancer patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an intestinal or multivisceral transplant can help people with a rare abdominal cancer called pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP) that cannot be removed by surgery. Twenty participants will receive the transplant and be followed for 12 months to see if they surv…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Could a shot every two weeks beat weekly diabetes drugs?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new medicine called bofanglutide (GZR18) for adults with type 2 diabetes whose blood sugar is not well controlled with metformin alone. Bofanglutide is given as a shot under the skin every two weeks, and researchers compare it to semaglutide, a weekly injection…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Carnot Laboratories • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New diabetes shot UBT38006 enters first human safety trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a single injection of UBT38006 in 43 healthy adult men to see if it is safe and how the body processes it. Participants receive either the drug, a placebo, or an active comparator (insulin degludec). The goal is to gather safety data and measure drug …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: The United Bio-Technology (Hengqin) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New Vaccine-Drug combo aims to tame HPV throat cancer with less radiation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new treatment plan for people with HPV-positive oropharyngeal cancer (a type of throat cancer linked to HPV). The plan combines an immune-boosting drug (nogapendekin alfa inbakicept), a vaccine targeting HPV, chemotherapy, and a lower dose of radiation. The goa…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: ImmunityBio, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Cancer-Killing virus injected into tumors before surgery: a new hope?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether injecting a virus called RP2 directly into stomach and esophageal tumors, combined with standard FLOT chemotherapy, is safe and works better than chemotherapy alone before surgery. About 34 people with stage II or higher non-metastatic gastroesophageal ca…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Promising new combo targets tough head and neck cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests a combination of two drugs—becotatug vedotin (a targeted therapy) and pucotenlimab (an immunotherapy)—as a first treatment for advanced head and neck squamous cell carcinoma. It is for patients whose cancer has returned or spread and who cannot tolerate p…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cancer Hospital Chinese Academy of Medical Science, Shenzhen Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New Blood-Saving technique could transform liver surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a controlled blood removal method during liver surgery to see if it lowers the need for blood transfusions. About 60 adults having liver resection for cancer will take part. The approach involves removing a small amount of blood before surgery and giving it back …
Sponsor: Dr. Glenio Mizubuti (MD, PhD, FRCPC) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New PET tracer may reveal which bile duct cancers resist standard therapy
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether a special PET imaging tracer called [18F]FTT can help predict how well people with newly diagnosed bile duct cancer (cholangiocarcinoma) will respond to standard chemotherapy. The tracer binds to a protein called PARP1, which some tumor cells produ…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New MRI scan could spare liver patients from painful needle procedure
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a special 4D-flow MRI can accurately measure blood flow and pressure in the liver without needing an invasive catheter. Researchers will enroll 60 adults with cirrhosis and compare MRI results to the standard pressure test. If it works, this could make di…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New ultrasound technique could eliminate need for contrast dye in pancreatic cyst exams
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether a new ultrasound technology called Superb Microvascular Imaging (SMI) can accurately analyze material inside pancreatic cysts (PIMPTs) without using a contrast agent. Currently, doctors inject a contrast dye during endoscopic ultrasound to assess c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: GCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New imaging agent aims to light up hidden tumors
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study will test a new radioactive tracer called [89Zr]DFO-YS5 in 40 people with nerve sheath tumors, bladder cancer, or other advanced solid tumors. The tracer is designed to bind to cancer cells and show up on PET scans, potentially making tumors easier to see. …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Robert Flavell, MD, PhD • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Sponge on a string and AI could revolutionize esophageal cancer screening
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether a combination of an AI-powered risk tool, a simple 'sponge on a string' test, and nurse navigation can improve screening for Barrett's esophagus and esophageal cancer. Over 1,000 adults at higher risk will be enrolled. The goal is to see if these less…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Simple blood test may spot hidden liver damage in obesity
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a common blood test called FIB-4 can accurately predict liver fibrosis (scarring) in people with obesity. Researchers will compare FIB-4 results with liver stiffness measurements from a specialized scan (FibroScan) in 400 obese patients. If the blood t…
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliera Specializzata in Gastroenterologia Saverio de Bellis • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New Pill-Sized device could prevent dangerous blockages during gut scans
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a special capsule that patients swallow to check if their intestines are clear enough for a standard camera capsule. About 25 people with known or suspected intestinal narrowing will take part. They will swallow the patency capsule and get an X-ray within 30 hour…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: AnX Robotica Corp. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New radioactive tracers could spot cancers more clearly
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis early-phase study will test two radioactive tracers designed to light up certain solid tumors on scans. Twenty adults with breast, head and neck, pancreatic cancer, or glioma will receive an injection of the tracers and then undergo PET/CT and SPECT/CT imaging. The goal is t…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Hua Pang • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Glowing dye could reveal invisible cancer clues in the esophagus
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a fluorescent tracer called WGA-800CW can make precancerous or cancerous cells in Barrett's esophagus glow during endoscopy. The tracer is sprayed onto the esophagus, and special cameras detect the glow. The goal is to find the best dose and see if this m…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New Dual-Targeted PET scan aims to spot cancers more clearly
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new radioactive tracer called 68Ga-FAPI-PSMA for PET/CT scans to see if it can find and stage solid tumors (like prostate, liver, and ovarian cancers) better than current tracers. About 20 adults with suspected or confirmed tumors will receive the tracer and ha…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Peking University Cancer Hospital & Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Urine test may replace colonoscopy for colitis patients
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a substance in urine, called PGE-MUM, can show if ulcerative colitis is active or in remission. Researchers will collect urine and blood samples from 114 adults with confirmed ulcerative colitis and compare the results with colonoscopy findings. If suc…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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AI could spot hidden cancers on routine CT scans
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will test an artificial intelligence system that screens for breast, liver, kidney, and bladder cancers using standard CT scans taken for other reasons. Researchers plan to enroll 100,000 participants to see if the AI can catch tumors earlier and help doctors reduce mi…
Sponsor: Lian Yang • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Could a daily glass of kefir during pregnancy ward off gestational diabetes?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether drinking kefir, a fermented dairy drink rich in live bacteria and yeasts, from around 14 weeks of pregnancy until routine diabetes screening can improve blood sugar control and reduce the risk of gestational diabetes. Pregnant individuals are rando…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of New Brunswick • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New screening strategy aims to catch colorectal cancer early in younger veterans
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a multilevel screening program can increase colorectal cancer screening rates among Veterans aged 45-49, an age group now recommended for screening due to rising early-onset cases. Participants are randomly assigned to receive a patient education letter a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Personalized navigation may boost cancer screening in high-risk communities
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving people a personalized report about their cancer risk and screening options helps them complete recommended cancer tests. Adults aged 45 to 74 who are at high risk for lung, breast, colorectal, upper gastrointestinal, or liver cancer are invited to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hunan Cancer Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Digital health coaches aim to speed up healthy habit formation in prediabetes
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a digital health program with personalized support helps adults at risk for type 2 diabetes build healthy habits faster than standard lifestyle education. 222 participants will be followed for 24 weeks. The main goal is to see how quickly they can achieve…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Psilocybin trial aims to shield cancer patients from chemo nerve pain
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis Phase 2 trial tests whether psilocybin, a psychedelic compound, can prevent or lessen chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage) in people with breast, colorectal, or head and neck cancer. About 83 participants will receive either psilocybin, a low-dose placeb…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Acupuncture needles aim to stop Chemo's nerve pain
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether electroacupuncture (using mild electric pulses on needles) plus tiny thumbtack needles can prevent nerve damage caused by chemotherapy in people with early-stage cancer. About 278 patients with breast, stomach, bowel, lung, or ovarian cancer will receive …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Affiliated Hospital of Qinghai University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Low-Dose erlotinib aims to stop liver cancer before it starts
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial tests whether a low dose of the cancer drug erlotinib can prevent liver cancer in 60 adults with advanced liver fibrosis or cirrhosis. Participants will take either erlotinib or a placebo daily for a set period. The study will measure changes in a blood protei…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Cooking your way to a healthier brain: new study tests kitchen skills against dementia
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will test whether teaching people aged 50 to 75 how to cook healthy meals can reduce their risk of type 2 diabetes and dementia. Forty participants at higher risk will either attend weekly cooking classes with at-home practice or receive nutrition handouts. The s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Common painkiller may prevent pancreatitis after bile duct procedure
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a single dose of rectal indomethacin, a common anti-inflammatory drug, can prevent pancreatitis in patients undergoing a bile duct procedure (ERCP) who have had a prior sphincterotomy. About 860 adults will be randomly assigned to receive the drug or no d…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Virtual platform aims to cut HIV comorbidities
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests a virtual platform called LEARN 2 that provides tailored education to help men living with HIV prevent related health problems like heart disease and metabolic issues. Participants will use the platform weekly, attend live health educator sessions, and track thei…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Acupuncture with a jolt: could needles shield nerves from chemo?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether electroacupuncture (acupuncture with mild electrical pulses) combined with tiny thumbtack needles can prevent peripheral neuropathy—numbness, tingling, or pain—caused by chemotherapy in people with advanced cancer. The trial enrolls adults with stage IV b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Affiliated Hospital of Qinghai University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New program aims to stop diabetic foot ulcers before they start
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests a special foot care program (DiaFOOTCare) for people with type 2 diabetes who are at risk of developing foot ulcers. About 78 participants will be split into two groups: one receives the program, the other gets standard care. The goal is to see if the program imp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Akdeniz University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Dietary intervention aims to stop brain fog in liver disease patients
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a personalized nutritional plan can prevent a serious brain condition called hepatic encephalopathy in people with liver cirrhosis who undergo a TIPS procedure. The trial will enroll 50 malnourished patients and compare the personalized diet to standard c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: McGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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A simple chat or text could stop diabetes before it starts
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether a single, personalized conversation with a healthcare team member or a brief message through a patient portal can encourage adults with prediabetes to take action—like joining a diabetes prevention program or starting medication. Researchers will co…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New study aims to cut diabetes risk in african americans through food and fitness
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an enhanced diabetes prevention program that provides healthy food deliveries, exercise classes, and community resources helps African American adults with prediabetes lose more weight than a standard program. About 408 participants from low-income commun…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Missouri, Kansas City • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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AI nudge aims to boost colon cancer screening in china
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an AI-powered chatbot and smart reminders can encourage more high-risk adults aged 45 to 74 to get a colonoscopy, the best way to detect colorectal cancer early. About 1,680 participants will be split into two groups: one gets usual care, the other also g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Can light be the new shield against radiation mouth sores?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests two light therapy devices—one placed inside the mouth and one outside—to prevent and treat painful mouth sores caused by radiation therapy. Sixty adults with oral cavity or oropharynx cancer will receive light sessions twice a week for prevention, then thre…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Paul Strauss • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Soothing sounds for sensitive stomachs: music therapy tested for IBS pain
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study from Yale University will test whether listening to calming, instrumental music can reduce pain and stress in people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Thirty adults with moderate IBS pain will listen to pre-recorded playlists for 20 minutes twice a day, five d…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New nerve block aims to cut opioid use after gallbladder surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a specific nerve block, called the rectointercostal plane block (RICPB), can reduce pain and the need for strong painkillers after gallbladder removal surgery. Sixty adults scheduled for laparoscopic cholecystectomy will receive either the RICPB or standa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Koç University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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VR headset beats Pre-Surgery jitters in new trial
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a virtual reality (VR) session the day before gallbladder surgery can lower patients' anxiety and uncertainty about general anesthesia. Two hundred adults who have never had anesthesia will either watch a VR video showing the operating room and anesthesia…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mackay Memorial Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smartphone app help tame IBD symptoms?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will test a 24-week digital self-management program designed to help people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) manage their symptoms and build long-term healthy habits. The program is accessed via web or mobile device and is used alongside standard care. The s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple pressure check may spare kids from post-surgery sore throat
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two ways of adjusting the air cushion (cuff) on the breathing tube used during general anesthesia in children having laparoscopic appendectomy. One group uses the standard finger-palpation method, while the other uses a pressure sensor to keep the cuff within …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ankara Etlik City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common numbing drug cut Post-Surgery opioid use?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving lidocaine through an IV, along with a spinal morphine injection, can lower the amount of morphine patients need after major digestive or abdominal surgery. About 76 adults having planned open abdominal surgery will be randomly assigned to receive e…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: GCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple patch may ease stomach bloating after heart surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an anti-bloating patch can reduce stomach swelling after heart surgery. Stomach bloating is common after cardiac procedures and can slow recovery. The trial will compare standard care alone to standard care plus the patch in 150 adults undergoing elective…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Southeast University, China • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI coach for parents of diabetic kids: will it make carb counting easier?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an AI-powered educational platform can help parents of children with type 1 diabetes count carbohydrates more accurately and manage diabetes better. About 80 parents will either use the AI platform plus usual care or usual care alone for 12 weeks. The goa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sultan Qaboos University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple nerve block transform heart surgery recovery?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether injecting a local anesthetic near the stellate ganglion in the neck, guided by ultrasound, can improve how patients feel after heart surgery. The block temporarily calms part of the nervous system, which may reduce pain, improve sleep, and lower the risk …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hypnosis as a hospital treatment for gut disorders?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study compares recorded gut-directed hypnosis to an educational recording for hospitalized patients with chronic gut problems, such as irritable bowel syndrome or inflammatory bowel disease. Participants listen to the recordings over the phone while in the hospital for…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Acupuncture timing may be key to preventing dry mouth in head and neck cancer patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial compares early versus delayed acupuncture to reduce dry mouth caused by chemoradiation in head and neck cancer patients. Participants receive acupuncture either during chemoradiation or after, and their dry mouth symptoms are tracked for a year. The goal is to find the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National University Hospital, Singapore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a 2-Hour online class ease IBD pain?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests two online pain education programs for adults with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis who have chronic pain. Participants will complete a 2-hour online session and report their pain and quality of life weekly for 8 weeks. The goal is to see if these programs a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New CGM training program aims to help seniors with diabetes
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a three-session training program to help older adults (65+) who use insulin learn to use a continuous glucose monitor (CGM). Participants will be randomly assigned to the program or standard training. The goal is to see if the program improves how often they wear…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI-Powered diet advice could help cancer patients eat better during treatment
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an AI-based website that gives personalized diet tips and recipes can help cancer patients who experience taste changes during therapy. About 198 adults with certain cancers (like multiple myeloma, melanoma, or GI cancers) will either get the AI tool or a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wuerzburg University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Puzzle power: activity book aims to boost insulin skills in diabetic kids
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an activity book called 'Think-Find-Solve' can improve insulin self-management in children aged 8-12 with type 1 diabetes. Forty children and their parents will take part, with one group using the book for three months. The goal is to see if the book help…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Marmara University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pain relief showdown: ketamine vs fentanyl for gallbladder surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two drugs, ketamine and fentanyl, added to a standard numbing medicine (bupivacaine) to control pain after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. 84 adults aged 20-50 will receive one of the two combinations during surgery. The goal is to see which provides longer-…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Mindfulness app may soothe heartburn and anxiety in GERD patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an 8-week online mindfulness program can reduce emotional distress and reflux symptoms in 500 adults with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Participants are randomly assigned to either the mindfulness program or usual care. The goal is to see if lea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xinghua Liu • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Breathing training may ease acid reflux without drugs
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a daily breathing exercise program can reduce symptoms and improve quality of life in people with non-erosive reflux disease (NERD). Sixty participants will either do high-resistance breathing exercises or a sham version with no resistance for 8 weeks. Re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Izmir University of Economics • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can a simple daily washout tame Post-Cancer bowel chaos?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether a daily transanal irrigation (TAI) routine can help people who have bowel urgency, leakage, and diarrhea after rectal cancer surgery (low anterior resection syndrome). Sixty adults who have had a temporary ileostomy and are about to have it closed w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Ear nerve zap may calm IBS constipation symptoms
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a non-invasive device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear can improve symptoms and quality of life for adults with constipation-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-C). Participants use an ear clip for 30 minutes daily over 60 days. The trial c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: West Virginia University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Which probiotic stops Kids' diarrhea faster? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will compare two probiotic drinks—Bacillus clausii and a mix of four bacterial strains—in 138 children aged 1 to 5 with acute watery diarrhea. All children will also receive standard care like rehydration and zinc. The goal is to see which probiotic reduces diarrhea du…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children Hospital and Institute of Child Health, Lahore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Could a simple infusion after bowel surgery cut opioid use and speed recovery?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving a drug called dexmedetomidine for 48 hours after laparoscopic bowel surgery helps patients recover better. About 70 adults will receive either the drug or a placebo, and neither they nor their doctors will know which. The main goal is to see if the…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Dr. Naveed Siddiqui • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Vitamins e and CoQ10 tested as shield against radiation damage
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether taking high doses of vitamin E and CoQ10 daily for 90 days can reduce chronic side effects from pelvic radiation in people treated for prostate, uterine, cervical, or anal cancer. Researchers will monitor safety, side effects, and quality of life in 200 a…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Nebraska • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Nerve block showdown: which injection eases gallbladder surgery pain best?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two types of nerve blocks—erector spinae plane block and subcostal transversus abdominis plane block—for pain after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. One hundred adults having elective surgery will receive one of the two blocks, and researchers will track how …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gaziantep City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Smartphone app aims to uncover food triggers for gut cancer survivors
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a mobile app called GutCheck for people who have survived gastrointestinal cancer. Participants track their diet, stress, and gut symptoms daily. The app analyzes the data to identify potential trigger foods. The goal is to see if the app is feasible and helpful …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Music may soothe pain at the genetic level after cancer surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether a personalized music therapy session, called music-assisted relaxation and imagery (MARI), can reduce pain and change gene activity in people recovering from open surgery for stomach, pancreas, bile duct, liver, or peritoneal cancer. Participants will …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a smartphone app ease the Gut-Brain struggle for IBD patients?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a mobile app designed to help Black and Hispanic adults with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) manage stress and improve their quality of life. The app teaches coping skills, mindfulness, and disease acceptance. Researchers want to see if the app is practical and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could ginger and perilla replace acid pills for stomach trouble?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a dietary supplement made from ginger and perilla (Dispepril®) can improve stomach symptoms in people with functional dyspepsia, a condition causing fullness, bloating, and pain after eating. 400 adults will be randomly assigned to take the supplement alo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Liaquat University of Medical & Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Heatwave hope: taurine and beetroot may boost sweating in diabetes patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether taking taurine and beetroot supplements can improve how people with type 2 diabetes regulate their body temperature during extreme heat. Researchers will measure sweating and core temperature in 18 adults during a heat exposure session. The goal is to fin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Portsmouth • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Which laxative works best for Kids' embarrassing bowel accidents? new study aims to find out
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two laxatives, Senna and polyethylene glycol (PEG), to see which better reduces accidental bowel leakage in children with long-term constipation. About 80 children aged 4 to 18 will take one of the two medicines daily for 3 months, and neither the families nor…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shaare Zedek Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a common drug stop chemo weight loss in stomach cancer?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a low dose of olanzapine, a drug often used for nausea, can help gastric cancer patients avoid weight loss and keep their appetite during chemotherapy before surgery. About 26 adults with stomach cancer will be randomly assigned to receive olanzapine or s…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a daily yogurt soothe your gallbladder?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a special yogurt containing the probiotic Pediococcus acidilactici GR-5 can help people with chronic cholecystitis (long-term gallbladder inflammation). Fifty adults with the condition will eat either the probiotic yogurt or a regular placebo yogurt daily…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: LanZhou University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New stent technique may lower infection risk in bile duct cancer patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two ways to drain blocked bile ducts in people with cancer near the liver. One method places a tube across the blockage into the intestine, while the other uses a metal stent that stops short of the intestine. The goal is to see which approach causes fewer com…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital de Clinicas de Porto Alegre • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Herbal capsules aim to ease Post-Surgery constipation without harsh side effects
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether Shouhui Tongbian Capsules, a traditional Chinese herbal medicine, can relieve constipation after surgery for benign anal or rectal conditions like hemorrhoids. 120 adults will be randomly assigned to take either the herbal capsules or a standard laxative …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: China-Japan Friendship Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Needle instead of knife: new hernia repair studied
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new way to fix hernias using a needle guided by ultrasound, avoiding large cuts and general anesthesia. It is for adults who cannot or do not want standard surgery. About 30 people will be followed for 8 months to see if the procedure is safe and improves quali…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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AI diet coach aims to ease bowel distress after rectal cancer surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an artificial intelligence-based dietary care app can reduce distress from bowel changes and improve quality of life in rectal cancer patients who have had anal-preserving surgery. One hundred participants will be randomly assigned to either standard diet…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Vitamin d could be a simple fix for diabetic nerve pain
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether taking vitamin D supplements can reduce nerve pain, improve sleep, and boost quality of life in people with type 2 diabetes who have nerve damage. Researchers will give vitamin D to 150 adults with low vitamin D levels and track their pain and sleep over …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New oxygen method may prevent dangerous drops during ERCP
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a special oxygen tube placed in the mouth during a procedure called ERCP, which is used to treat bile duct and pancreas problems. The goal is to see if this method can prevent low oxygen levels that often happen when patients are deeply sedated. About 410 adults …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zhejiang University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New online program aims to ease stress for pancreatic cancer patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a new web-based program designed to help people with pancreatic cancer manage stress and symptoms. Sixty participants will complete weekly one-hour online sessions for ten weeks, learning relaxation, coping, and communication skills. The goal is to see if th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Hospital stay for mild pancreatitis questioned: home care as safe?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares home management versus standard hospital care for people with mild acute pancreatitis. Participants will be randomly assigned to either go home with daily phone check-ins and a clinic visit, or stay in the hospital. The goal is to see if home care is as safe a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Center for Traumatology and Major Burns, Ben Arous • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Prepping for surgery: could exercise and diet before the knife cut complications?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a prehabilitation program—including physical therapy, dietary advice, and emotional support—given before major cancer surgery can reduce deaths and serious complications within 30 days after the operation. About 180 adults with cancers of the pancreas,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fox Chase Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Fasting during immunotherapy: a new way to boost treatment?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether intermittent fasting is safe and doable for people with advanced solid tumors who are starting immunotherapy. About 90 participants will be split into three groups: no fasting, eating only during an 8-hour window each day, or fasting every other day. R…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: West Virginia University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New app aims to ease recovery after cancer surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a digital tool called RECapp that helps patients recover after surgery for esophageal or stomach cancer. The app lets patients track symptoms, get personalized self-care advice, and know when to contact their healthcare team. 250 adults in Sweden will use the app…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Pickles and yogurt might ease bowel troubles in spinal cord injury
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether eating at least 6 servings of fermented foods daily for 10 weeks can improve bowel function and gut health in adults with chronic spinal cord injury. Participants will be randomly assigned to either a high-fermented-food diet or a control diet. The resear…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Can a special diet tame ulcerative colitis? breath tests may tell
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a short liquid diet followed by a low-sulfur eating plan is safe and helpful for people with mild to moderate ulcerative colitis. Researchers will check if this approach improves gut health, lowers inflammation, and eases symptoms. They will also use brea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of British Columbia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Gut feeling: probiotic trial aims to ease constipation naturally
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a daily probiotic supplement called BLa36 can improve constipation in adults. Over 8 weeks, 105 participants will take either the probiotic or a placebo. Researchers will track stool consistency, gut health, and quality of life to see if the probiotic off…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wecare Probiotics Co., Ltd. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Can probiotics get things moving? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a daily probiotic supplement can help relieve constipation in adults. Thirty participants will take either a probiotic or a placebo for 8 weeks. Researchers will track changes in stool consistency to see if the probiotics improve bowel function.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wecare Probiotics Co., Ltd. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Push-Button sedation: patients take the wheel during colonoscopy
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether letting patients give themselves sedation medication (propofol) by pressing a button during a colonoscopy leads to higher satisfaction than standard sedation given by a doctor. About 40 adults scheduled for colonoscopy will be randomly assigned to either …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New program aims to help colorectal cancer patients build healthier habits
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a 6-week health behavior program for 40 colorectal cancer patients who are at least 3 months past surgery. The program uses counseling and support to encourage healthy habits like diet and exercise. Researchers want to see if it's practical and helps improve pati…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nanjing Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Tailored video chats aim to boost exercise confidence in type 1 diabetes
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether individualized video consultations can help adults with type 1 diabetes manage exercise and blood sugar more confidently. Sixty participants will receive up to three 30-minute sessions with a doctor or exercise specialist. The goal is to improve self-mana…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Aarhus • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New gel-and-pill combo aims to boost bedroom confidence for young men with diabetes
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding Eroxon gel to the standard pill tadalafil can improve erections in men aged 18 to 40 with type 2 diabetes. Thirty men who already take tadalafil will use the gel before sex and report changes in erectile function. The goal is to see if the combinat…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Could an online Brain-Gut therapy ease chronic stomach pain?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT) program is feasible and helpful for adults with functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGID), like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Thirty participants will complete a 10-week online program with therap…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Aarhus • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Gut bacteria study aims to end constipation woes
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a probiotic called Akk09 can improve bowel movements and ease constipation symptoms in adults. About 70 participants will take either the probiotic or a placebo daily for 4 weeks. Researchers will track changes in stool consistency and overall gut health.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wecare Probiotics Co., Ltd. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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AR goggles for surgeons: a new way to remove liver tumors?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis early study tests an augmented reality (AR) system that overlays a tumor's image onto the liver during keyhole surgery. Six adults scheduled for liver tumor removal will participate. The goal is to see if the AR guidance helps surgeons remove tumors more completely and safel…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Navari Surgical AB • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Teens with diabetes try art therapy to boost mental health
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an 8-week arts-based storytelling workshop can improve social connection, identity, and emotional well-being in adolescents and young adults with diabetes. Ten participants aged 16-25 will attend weekly sessions involving writing, drawing, and group discu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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When you exercise could be key to beating diabetes
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether morning or evening exercise is better for controlling blood sugar in men with type 2 diabetes. Sixty men aged 40-60 will do high-intensity interval and resistance training for 12 weeks, either in the morning or evening. Researchers will measure changes…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Community navigators may boost quality of life for latinx cancer patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether a community health worker (promotora) can help Latinx patients recently diagnosed with colorectal cancer. Sixty participants will either get a navigator for up to 6 months or just a list of social services. The goal is to see if this support improve…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Antibiotics may not be needed for mild diverticulitis, new US trial suggests
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether people with mild diverticulitis can be safely treated at home with just pain medicines (ibuprofen and acetaminophen) instead of antibiotics. 556 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either pain medicines alone or pain medicines plus an antibi…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Your voice in the tumor board: study tests if patient reports lead to better cancer treatment
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will include about 2,748 people with breast, gynecologic, or pancreatic cancer. Researchers want to see if adding patient-reported outcomes—like symptoms, preferences, and travel distance—to tumor board discussions helps doctors make better treatment decisions. The goa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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World's largest Real-World CGM study aims to unlock diabetes management secrets
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis global registry study follows 5,000 people with diabetes who use a Dexcom continuous glucose monitor (CGM). Researchers will track changes in HbA1c, a key measure of blood sugar control, over time. The goal is to understand how CGM use affects diabetes management in real-wor…
Sponsor: DexCom, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tracks pregnancy risks for elafibranor users
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows people who took elafibranor shortly before or during pregnancy to see if it affects the baby or mother. Researchers will collect information from medical records and safety reports over about 10 years. No extra tests or treatments are required—only routine care…
Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Dutch hospital data reveals hidden patterns in IBD treatment
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at medical records from thousands of adults with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis treated in Dutch hospitals between 2018 and 2026. Researchers will analyze which treatments patients receive, how often they switch therapies, and how the disease affects other…
Sponsor: LOGEX • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists launch deep dive into IBD to uncover hidden clues
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 100 adults with Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, or other IBD, plus their healthy relatives, for up to 3 years. Researchers will collect blood, stool, tissue samples, and imaging to track how immune cells and genetics change over time. The goal is to fi…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smartwatches could save young lives in ghana by catching danger signs earlier
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will see if using a Garmin smartwatch to continuously track heart rate, breathing rate, and oxygen levels can help doctors spot early warning signs in hospitalized children in Ghana. About 250 children with traumatic injuries or after appendix surgery will wear the wat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive 30-Year study aims to unlock secrets of diabetes and obesity
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 1,000 people aged 8 to 65 who are overweight, have high blood sugar, or have metabolic issues. Researchers will collect blood, saliva, urine, and stool samples during routine clinic visits, along with questionnaires about diet, sleep, and mood. The goal is …
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gut microbes may hold key to diverticular disease
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether the bacteria living in the gut influence the development of diverticular disease and acute diverticulitis. Researchers will compare the gut microbiota of people with and without these conditions to identify differences and risk factors. The goal is…
Sponsor: Hospital of Navarra • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study to uncover why stem cell transplants harm the liver
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 500 adults and children who are getting a stem cell transplant to see how their liver is affected. Researchers will track liver function, perform biopsies and scans, and look for factors that lead to liver damage. The goal is to better understand and eventually…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Breakfast showdown: High-Fat vs. High-Carb – which worsens blood fats?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how eating a high-fat or high-carb breakfast changes fat levels in the blood over 8 hours. Researchers will compare results among people with conditions like diabetes, fatty liver, or kidney disease, as well as healthy volunteers. Participants will have two ov…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a heart drug help doctors see liver cancer better?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether a special imaging technique called parenchymal blood volume (PBV) imaging can detect changes in blood flow within liver tumors after giving a drug called nitroglycerin. The drug is commonly used for heart conditions but may temporarily increase blood f…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Acupuncture points may signal hidden disease activity
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether acupuncture points become tender or more sensitive in people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. Researchers will compare skin temperature, blood flow, and pain sensitivity at specific body points b…
Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could pomegranate supplements help heal the gut in Alcohol-Related liver disease?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates how pomegranate dietary supplements influence gut bacteria and inflammation in people with alcohol use disorder and alcohol-related liver disease. Researchers will measure levels of beneficial gut metabolites called urolithins and inflammatory markers in b…
Sponsor: University of Louisville • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sleep and menopause may harm diabetic women's hearts, study warns
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how menopause and poor sleep change heart structure and function in women aged 48-58 with type 2 diabetes. Researchers will use heart ultrasounds to measure early signs of heart strain. No treatment is given; the goal is to better understand these risks.
Sponsor: Ottawa Heart Institute Research Corporation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New glucose monitor aims for pinpoint accuracy in diabetes care
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests a new continuous glucose monitor (CGM) called SAVA in 20 adults with Type 1 Diabetes. Participants wear three SAVA sensors and one standard sensor for 15 days to check how well the SAVA measures blood sugar compared to lab tests. The study also looks at com…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: SAVA Technologies Ltd. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test could revolutionize rectal cancer monitoring
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a blood test that finds tiny bits of tumor DNA (ctDNA) can help doctors monitor rectal cancer more closely than standard scans. Researchers will collect blood and tissue samples from 60 adults with non-spreading rectal cancer before and after standard …
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Non-Invasive test may predict liver transplant failure in real time
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether a non-invasive test called the vascular occlusion test (VOT), used with near-infrared spectroscopy, can predict early allograft dysfunction (EAD) in adults receiving a liver transplant. EAD is a serious complication that can lead to organ failure. Rese…
Sponsor: Ippokrateio General Hospital of Thessaloniki • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists pinpoint optimal sedation dose for safer gastroscopy across ages
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find the 90% effective dose of tegileridine, a painkiller, when combined with propofol for sedation during painless gastroscopy. Researchers will test different doses in young (18-65) and elderly (65+) adults to see which dose best prevents movement, coughing, …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Shiyou Wei • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI Co-Pilot for rural doctors: could a language model improve care for diabetes and hypertension?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a large language model (LLM) — a type of AI — can help village doctors make better care plans for patients with type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure. About 20 rural doctors will review standardized patient cases, with half receiving AI-assisted decisio…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jiangsu Taizhou People's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Study seeks clues to predict who needs closer colon checks after polyp removal
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at people who have had certain types of colon polyps (serrated lesions) removed. It aims to find out why some of them later develop new advanced growths in the colon. By tracking 750 adults over time, researchers hope to identify risk factors that could help doct…
Sponsor: Changhai Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Mass screening aims to catch silent killers early in pakistan
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study screens adults aged 18 and older in suburban and peri-urban areas of Faisalabad, Pakistan, for four major noncommunicable diseases: diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and high cholesterol. Participants who are found to have these conditions are referred to doctors for st…
Sponsor: Getz Pharma • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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3,000 volunteers to reveal hidden heart risks in qatar
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 3,000 adults in Qatar—both citizens and long-term residents—to track how cardiometabolic conditions like diabetes and heart disease develop over time. Participants are grouped by blood sugar status (normal, pre-diabetes, or diabetes) and monitored for major car…
Sponsor: Weill Cornell Medical College in Qatar • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver transplant Patients' sleep under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows adults waiting for a liver transplant to see how their sleep quality changes from before surgery to six months after. Researchers use questionnaires to measure sleep, anxiety, and other factors. The goal is to understand what influences sleep problems in these …
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver health may change how a promising cancer drug works in the body
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates how the experimental cancer drug atirmociclib is processed by the body in people with mild, moderate, or severe liver disease compared to those with healthy livers. Participants receive a single oral dose of the drug, and blood samples are taken over time …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Will a sticky patch stay put? study tests future pump design on kids
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests how well the adhesive parts of a future patch pump stick to the skin of children aged 7 to 17 who need insulin for diabetes. The device is a dummy—it has no electronics and just mimics the shape and weight of a real pump. Researchers will see if the patch stays a…
Sponsor: Medtronic MiniMed, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smartwatches may spot IBD flares before symptoms start
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether changes in heart rate, sleep, and activity measured by a person's own smartwatch can predict flare-ups in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Six hundred adults with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis who already own a compatible device will participa…
Sponsor: Maastricht University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test and AI team up to outsmart colon cancer recurrence
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether combining artificial intelligence analysis of tumor tissue with special blood tests (liquid biopsy) can more accurately predict if colon cancer will return after surgery. Researchers will follow 400 adults with stage II or III colon cancer for up to fi…
Sponsor: Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a blood test or eye scan predict pregnancy risks?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 5,500 first-time pregnant women to see if blood tests and eye scans can predict complications like preeclampsia, fetal growth restriction, and gestational diabetes. Researchers will collect samples and images at different points during pregnancy and compare…
Sponsor: Medicines360 • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Radioactive tracer reveals how potential Crohn's drug moves through the body
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis trial in 8 healthy men aged 30–65 examines how the body absorbs, breaks down, and eliminates ontunisertib, an experimental oral drug for fibrostenotic Crohn's disease. Participants receive a single dose of the drug with a radioactive label, allowing researchers to track its …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Agomab Spain S.L.U. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists launch study to decode why diabetes affects people differently
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThe EXPAND study is a research project that will enroll 440 adults with and without pancreatic conditions to understand why type 2 diabetes varies so much from person to person. Researchers will collect data on metabolism, genetics, and pancreas health to identify distinct diabet…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Healthy volunteers to test two batches of new diabetes drug
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial will check whether two different ways of making the experimental drug GZR4 produce the same levels in the blood. About 64 healthy men will receive a single shot of one version or the other. The study is not designed to treat diabetes, but to ensure future b…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Gan & Lee Pharmaceuticals. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a glucose monitor survive heart surgery? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test how well the Dexcom G7 continuous glucose monitor works in 100 adults undergoing heart surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass. The device's readings will be compared to standard blood glucose checks during and after surgery. The goal is to see if the monitor sta…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Baby blood test could predict type 1 diabetes risk
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to identify newborns with a high genetic risk of developing type 1 diabetes. Researchers will screen 50,000 infants using a simple genetic test to find those with a greater than 10% risk. The goal is not to treat diabetes, but to find eligible babies for future pr…
Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Will surgery improve sex life for women with anal problems? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 120 women having surgery for common anal conditions like fissures, hemorrhoids, or fistulas. Researchers want to see if their sexual function improves after surgery. Participants will fill out questionnaires before surgery and at 3 and 6 months after. The g…
Sponsor: Gazi University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hidden danger: prediabetes patients face high blood sugar during surgery
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will track 750 adults with prediabetes who are scheduled for non-cardiac surgery. Researchers will measure their blood sugar levels before, during, and after surgery to see how often high blood sugar occurs. They will also check if high blood sugar is linked to more co…
Sponsor: University of Calgary • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Mind-Body link: emotional distress may influence cancer immunotherapy success
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether emotional distress before treatment affects how well immunotherapy works in people with locally advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer. Researchers will measure distress using questionnaires and track tumor response after surgery. The goa…
Sponsor: West China Second University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Could your job give you pancreatic cancer? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will examine whether certain workplace chemicals or tasks increase the risk of biliary tract and pancreatic cancers. Researchers will compare detailed work histories of 210 cancer patients from two earlier trials with healthy volunteers. The goal is to identify occupat…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal Creteil • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New foot scanner aims to help diabetics spot problems early
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will test how easy it is for 20 adults with diabetes to set up and use the Feetsee foot monitoring device at home over 8 weeks. Participants will use the device and app on their own, following the instructions provided. The goal is to see if people can use it cor…
Sponsor: Diabetis JSC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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800-Patient study aims to unlock secrets of autoimmune liver disease
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis French study will collect medical data and biological samples from 800 people with autoimmune liver diseases. Researchers hope to identify new markers that explain why some patients respond well to treatment while others do not. The goal is to better understand the immune me…
Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Can AI predict heart trouble in IBD patients?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, to better understand their risk of serious heart problems like stroke and heart attack. Researchers will collect information on therapy, disease activity, lifestyle…
Sponsor: IRCCS Policlinico S. Donato • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Phone vs. mail: which gets more people to screen for type 1 diabetes?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study compares two ways of inviting people to screen for type 1 diabetes at home: a simple email or letter versus a personal phone call. Researchers want to see which method leads more people to complete and return a home screening kit. Participants are adults and children a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can a One-Day class help people with obesity? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether a therapeutic patient education program is acceptable and useful for adults living with obesity and related conditions like diabetes or joint problems. About 42 participants will take part in a one-day group session and follow-up workshops, then answe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: CHU de Quebec-Universite Laval • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Study examines which IBD drugs are safer for seniors
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looked at nearly 24,000 older adults (65+) with ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease to see if certain advanced treatments lead to more infections. Researchers compared patients taking ENTYVIO, TNF-alpha inhibitors, or ustekinumab using Medicare claims data from 2016 …
Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can a special rehab program help more amputees walk again?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a hospital rehab and prosthetic training program helps people who lost a leg due to diabetes or blood vessel disease use their artificial limb regularly. Researchers will review past patient records and follow new patients for up to 6 months after they…
Sponsor: Instituto Nacional de Rehabilitacion • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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One-Click autofocus could speed up stomach scopes
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new one-click autofocus system for magnifying endoscopy, which uses computer vision to automatically focus the camera during stomach exams. Researchers will compare it to the standard manual focus method in 93 patients with stomach diseases. The goal is to see …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shandong University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Tiny preemies, big gut mystery: can bacteria predict a deadly condition?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how 'leaky' the gut is and what bacteria live in the intestines of 150 very low birth weight preterm babies. Researchers want to understand why some babies develop a life-threatening gut emergency called NEC. They will measure gut permeability using harmless s…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Real-World data on colorectal cancer: what happens to patients over time?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows about 2000 people with colorectal cancer to track their health over time, including survival, disease progression, and side effects from treatments. Researchers aim to understand how the disease behaves in real-world settings, outside of controlled clinical tri…
Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can a simple ultrasound spot muscle loss in liver disease?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will use bedside ultrasound to measure the diaphragm—the main breathing muscle—in 120 adults with liver cirrhosis and compare them to healthy volunteers. Researchers want to see if cirrhosis weakens the diaphragm and if removing fluid from the belly impro…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New online toolkit aims to boost cancer screening in lynch syndrome families
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests an online tool called 'Let's Talk' designed to help people with Lynch syndrome encourage their relatives to get screened for the condition. Lynch syndrome is a genetic disorder that raises cancer risk, and only about half of close relatives currently get tested. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Weight-Loss drugs may cause hidden anal issues, new study warns
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 100 people with severe obesity who are starting a GLP-1 drug (like Ozempic or Wegovy) to see if it causes new anal or rectal problems within the first 3 months. Participants will have a check-up before starting the drug and again after 3 months to look for …
Sponsor: Gazi University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Could your sleep habits influence cancer treatment success?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether sleep patterns—like duration, quality, and heart rate during sleep—are linked to how well stomach cancer responds to immunotherapy before surgery. Researchers will monitor sleep non-invasively in 120 patients with locally advanced gastric or gastroesop…
Sponsor: West China Second University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Personalized cancer test could take guesswork out of treatment
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a new approach to personalize cancer treatment for people with colorectal or pancreatic cancer. Researchers will take a small sample of a patient's tumor, grow it in the lab, and test different drugs on it to see which one works best. The goal is to see if t…
Sponsor: Luxembourg Institute of Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Unnecessary test? study questions routine throat tube before reflux surgery
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether people with acid reflux or a hiatal hernia can safely skip a test called esophageal manometry before their surgery. The test, which involves a thin tube through the nose to measure throat muscles, can be uncomfortable and delay surgery. Researchers wil…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: McMaster University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New study to see which breathing tube method causes least sore throat
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will observe 165 adults having laparoscopic gallbladder surgery to compare three different intubation techniques. Researchers will track how often patients have a sore throat, cough, or hoarseness after surgery. No extra medications or procedures are given—just standar…
Sponsor: Amasya University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Could skipping bowel prep before colon surgery be just as safe?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether it's safe to skip mechanical bowel preparation (the drink that cleans out your colon) before colon surgery. Currently, the best practice combines that drink with antibiotics to prevent infections. The trial will compare two groups: one getting the drin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mount Sinai Hospital, Canada • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Could a new drug calm the gut and stop IBS pain?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a new drug called UCB8600 can stop mast cells in the gut from overreacting, which may cause pain in people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Researchers will take gut tissue from 60 people (some with IBS, some healthy) and treat it with UCB8600 in t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Guy Boeckxstaens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New study to measure drug levels in breast milk of moms on TREMFYA
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will measure how much of the drug TREMFYA (guselkumab) passes into breast milk of 10 nursing women who are already taking it for conditions like psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, ulcerative colitis, or Crohn's disease. Researchers will collect milk samples to estimate th…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Janssen Research & Development, LLC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New surgical technique may improve colon cancer surgery outcomes
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new surgical method for removing the splenic flexure during laparoscopic surgery for left-sided colorectal cancer. It compares the new technique (inferior mesenteric artery first with complete medial approach) to traditional methods. The goal is to see if it is…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New blood test may predict infection risk after liver transplant
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to create a score that predicts the risk of infection within 30 days after a liver transplant. Researchers will collect blood samples from 279 liver transplant patients before and after surgery to measure immune markers. The goal is to combine these markers with o…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a simple WhatsApp message save lives? chile tests new screening nudge
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will send different types of WhatsApp messages to 235,000 people in Chile who are due for cancer or chronic disease screenings. Researchers want to see if the way a message is worded (basic, risk-focused, or peace-of-mind) and whether it mentions one test or both tests…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Chile • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could we ditch antibiotics after a burst appendix? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis pilot study looks at whether it is safe to stop giving antibiotics after surgery for a burst (perforated) appendix. About 100 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either antibiotics or no antibiotics after their operation. The main goal is to see if a larger study is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New study tracks Real-World impact of fruquintinib on advanced colon cancer
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 110 adults in Poland with metastatic colorectal cancer (cancer that has spread) who are taking fruquintinib after at least two prior treatments. Researchers will track how long patients live without their cancer getting worse and their overall survival, usi…
Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a digital Pre-Surgery boost help cancer patients recover faster?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a digitally supported prehabilitation program is feasible for patients awaiting major surgery for cancers of the pancreas, liver, stomach, or esophagus. The program includes supervised exercise, nutritional counseling, psychological support, and digital t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Digital Health and Prevention • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New study checks if 'No-Cut' colon surgery spares anal muscles
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 57 people having minimally invasive colon surgery where the removed tissue is taken out through the rectum instead of a new abdominal cut. Researchers want to see how often this technique injures the internal anal sphincter muscle and how it affects bowel c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Stomach cancer study may spare some patients unnecessary surgery
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a tumor's DNA repair status (MMR) changes how well the presence of cancer cells in lymph vessels predicts spread to lymph nodes in stomach cancer. Researchers will review medical records of 3,000 patients who had surgery. The goal is to improve risk as…
Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Personalized videos may make colonoscopy prep easier for IBD patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether watching a short video tailored to their specific type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) helps patients better prepare their bowel for a colonoscopy. About 600 adults with ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease will be randomly assigned to receive either…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jie Liang • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New coil survey aims to improve blood vessel treatments
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study surveys doctors who use Concerto Versa detachable coils to treat various blood vessel conditions like aneurysms and varicose veins. About 30 patients will be included, and doctors report how well the coils work and any problems within 72 hours. The goal is to collect e…
Sponsor: Medtronic Endovascular • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Heartburn's hidden toll: study links GERD to body pain and poor posture
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how severe GERD symptoms are linked to posture problems, muscle pain, and physical activity in adults aged 18 to 65. Researchers will measure symptoms, take posture photos, and ask about pain and exercise. No treatment is given—the goal is simply to understand…
Sponsor: Karabuk University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New ultrasound and blood test could spot diabetic nerve damage sooner
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a painless ultrasound scan of the sciatic nerve and a blood test for a specific protein can help detect diabetic peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage) earlier than current methods. Researchers will measure nerve size and blood flow in 120 people with ty…
Sponsor: Second Hospital of Shanxi Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Blood fats and nanoparticles may reveal hidden clues in autoimmune liver disease
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at two types of liver disease — autoimmune hepatitis and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease — to see if fats in blood cells and tiny particles called extracellular vesicles differ between them. Researchers will collect blood samples from 24 adults and analyze thes…
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliera Specializzata in Gastroenterologia Saverio de Bellis • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New study aims to take the guesswork out of emergency diverticulitis surgery
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will collect detailed information from 150 adults undergoing emergency surgery for complicated diverticulitis. Researchers will analyze factors that influence surgeons' decisions to perform either a primary anastomosis (reconnecting the bowel) or a Hartma…
Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele Roma • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could colorectal cancer and diabetes be linked by genes?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 200 people with colorectal cancer and healthy controls to explore how genes, blood sugar, and immune responses are connected. Researchers will analyze blood and tissue samples to find shared genetic factors that may influence both cancer and diabetes. The g…
Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Breastfeeding moms needed for drug safety study
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will measure how much of the drug mirikizumab passes into breast milk in 14 breastfeeding women who take it for inflammatory bowel disease. Participants will provide milk samples over several weeks. The goal is to understand potential exposure to nursing infants, helpi…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Massive review of 4,000 liver cancer patients aims to uncover regional trends
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will collect and analyze medical records from about 4,000 adults diagnosed with liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) in Middle Eastern and North African countries between 2015 and 2023. Researchers want to understand what causes the cancer, how it is treated, and wh…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Sniffing madeleines before a sugar drink: can a pleasant scent change your blood sugar response?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether smelling a pleasant food odor (madeleine scent) before drinking a sugary solution changes how the body handles blood sugar. Twenty adults, some with obesity and mild insulin resistance and some without, will each undergo two sessions: one with the sce…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Glucose monitor could spot diabetes risk after pregnancy
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) worn for 14 days after childbirth can predict which women with a history of gestational diabetes are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes. Fifty participants will wear a blinded CGM device and then take a standard …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Liver health may change how body handles inhaled lung drug
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis phase 1 trial investigates how mild, moderate, and severe liver impairment affects the way the body processes a single inhaled dose of treprostinil palmitil, a drug used for certain lung conditions. The study enrolls about 30 adults with varying levels of liver function and …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Insmed Incorporated • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Can a simple score predict pancreatitis death in seniors?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at two scoring systems, NEWS-2 and NEWS-Calcium, to see which better predicts the risk of dying in the hospital for people aged 65 and older with acute pancreatitis. Researchers will review medical records of 350 patients to compare the scores. The goal is to hel…
Sponsor: Antalya Health Sciences University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Blood tests may reveal fatty liver risks
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will check if certain blood-based inflammation markers are linked to fatty liver disease (MASLD) in 100 adults. Participants will have their blood tested and their liver health assessed. The goal is to better understand the role of inflammation in this condition, not t…
Sponsor: Sohag University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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HIV and fatty liver: scientists hunt for hidden clues in the blood
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how HIV might change the way the body handles fats in the liver, leading to fatty liver disease. Researchers will collect one blood sample from 120 adults: people with HIV and fatty liver, people without HIV but with fatty liver, and healthy controls. By analy…
Sponsor: Yinzhong Shen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Glow-in-the-Dark dye could help surgeons spot hidden cancer cells
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether a green dye called indocyanine green (ICG) can help surgeons see and remove lymph nodes that contain cancer during laparoscopic colon cancer surgery. About 25 adults with colon cancer will receive the dye injected around the tumor and into a vein. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Dengue danger linked to leaky gut? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will enroll 190 hospitalized adults with dengue in Bangladesh to see if a 'leaky gut' — where bacteria and toxins escape the intestines into the blood — is linked to severe disease. Researchers will measure gut leakage markers in blood, perform abdominal …
Sponsor: University of Oxford • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Study aims to uncover hidden delays in anal cancer diagnosis
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at the care paths of 300 people with anal cancer to find out what causes delays in diagnosis. Researchers will track the time from first symptoms to diagnosis and check how screening and access to care affect outcomes. The goal is to improve awareness and help ca…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal Creteil • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New study to see how well two glucose monitors track blood sugar
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test how accurate and safe two continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems, the Anytime 5Pro and Anytime 4Pro, are in adults with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. About 70 participants will wear both devices at the same time and have their blood sugar measured during cl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yuwell Group • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Heart failure mystery: 500 patients join hunt for better treatment
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 500 people with a type of heart failure called HFpEF, where the heart pumps normally but doesn't fill properly. Researchers will use heart ultrasounds, blood tests, and medical history to group patients into different subtypes. The goal is to better understand …
Sponsor: University Of Perugia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Gallstone surgery study: does ERCP access lower risks?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether having a special procedure called ERCP available during gallbladder surgery helps reduce complications for people with common bile duct stones. Researchers will review records from 10,000 adults who had gallbladder surgery in Sweden between 2015 and 20…
Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Which stapler is safest for bowel surgery? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether the type of stapler used to reconnect the bowel after colorectal cancer surgery affects the risk of a leak. About 600 adults having planned surgery will be observed, but their treatment won't change. The goal is to see if newer staplers are safer than …
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliera Bolognini di Seriate Bergamo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New MRI methods could spot liver damage earlier
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests new MRI techniques to measure blood flow and tissue details in the liver. Researchers will scan 110 people, including healthy volunteers and those with chronic liver disease or fibrosis, to see if these scans can reliably detect liver damage. The goal is to devel…
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New blood test may spot hidden pancreatic cancer earlier after surgery
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a new blood test can find tiny bits of tumor DNA left behind after pancreatic cancer surgery. About 30 adults who had their cancer removed will give blood samples at three key times over six months. The goal is to see if this test can detect remaining …
Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Massive study to map Real-World GEP-NET care
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will analyze medical records of over 4,000 people newly diagnosed with gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (GEP-NET) in the U.S. Researchers aim to understand which treatments are used, in what order, and how long patients stay on them. The goal is to describe…
Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Your smartwatch could predict blood sugar crashes before they happen
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether combining continuous glucose monitor (CGM) data with information from a smartwatch and a phone app (like meals and activity) can better predict blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. Thirty-six adults will wear a CGM and smartwatch and log…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Could dumping first blood after liver transplant save lives?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at a simple idea: during a liver transplant, the first blood that flows into the new liver may contain harmful substances. By discarding that blood before connecting the liver to the patient's circulation, doctors hope to reduce heart, kidney, and liver problems.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Sao Paulo General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New imaging registry aims to sharpen cancer treatment precision
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will collect data from 2,000 patients in the Netherlands and France who are receiving standard, minimally invasive cancer treatments like tumor ablation or catheter-based therapies for liver, lung, kidney, or bone cancers. During these procedures, a special CT scanner …
Sponsor: Mark C Burgmans, MD PhD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Can a single chat with a partner keep people who inject drugs in care?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests a one-time 'booster' session for people who inject drugs and their injecting partners, given right after finishing hepatitis C treatment. The session helps them set health goals, identify barriers, and improve communication to stay engaged in ongoing health…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Scientists map hidden paths of colorectal cancer spread
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at where cancer spreads to lymph nodes in people with colon or rectal cancer. Researchers will examine tissue from 1200 patients who had surgery to remove their cancer. The goal is to find patterns that could help doctors better plan treatment in the future.
Sponsor: Cancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New study tracks polyp return rates to improve Follow-Up care
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how often polyps in the stomach or colon grow back after being removed during a scope procedure. Researchers will follow about 2,000 adults for up to three years to track recurrence and identify risk factors like polyp size, lifestyle, and health history. The …
Sponsor: LanZhou University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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When you eat may matter as much as what you eat, new study suggests
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will compare meal timing habits between 400 participants, including new mothers and people with fatty liver disease, along with healthy controls. Participants will complete diet diaries and questionnaires, with some undergoing additional tests like blood sugar monitori…
Sponsor: Maria Chondronikola • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New Non-Invasive devices aim to spot hidden blood vessel damage
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test two new non-invasive devices (HEMI and SPG-NINOX) that measure small blood vessel function in 165 adults. Participants include healthy volunteers and people with high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, or chronic kidney disease. The goal is to see if these devi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Video consent may boost understanding for pancreatic cancer surgery
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether showing patients a short educational video before they sign consent for Whipple surgery (a complex operation for pancreas cancer) helps them understand the procedure better and feel more satisfied. About 60 adults will be split into two groups: one get…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Simple lab notes could save lives: 125,000-Patient trial launches
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding health messages to lab reports can reduce serious heart and kidney problems in people with both diabetes and chronic kidney disease. Over 125,000 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either routine care or extra health messages in thei…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Tiny plastics in our food may fuel Crohn's inflammation, scientists investigate
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will look at whether tiny plastic particles found in food and water are linked to Crohn's disease. Researchers will compare 90 people—some with Crohn's and some without—to see if those with Crohn's have more plastic particles in their blood and gut, and how that affect…
Sponsor: Mak Wing Yan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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4,000 indians to get High-Tech stomach scans to catch cancer early
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will examine 4,000 adults aged 40 and older in India using high-definition endoscopy to find early stomach cancer and precancerous changes. Participants are people already scheduled for an upper GI endoscopy due to digestive symptoms. The goal is to learn how common th…
Sponsor: Asian Institute of Gastroenterology, India • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Smart sensors and AI aim to decode your blood sugar for tailored diet advice
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study uses a wearable glucose sensor and artificial intelligence to understand how healthy adults process sugar. Researchers will track blood sugar patterns for 14 days and link them to diet, activity, and health measures. The goal is to develop personalized nutrition tools …
Sponsor: IMDEA Food • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Can MRI scans spare rectal cancer patients from unnecessary surgery?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to develop a method using advanced MRI scans to predict whether rectal cancer has been completely eliminated after chemoradiation. About 115 patients will be enrolled to test the accuracy of this MRI-based prediction. If it works, some patients might safely avoid …
Sponsor: Institut du Cancer de Montpellier - Val d'Aurelle • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Oxygen flow study aims to boost safety during bladder scope sedation
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how different rates of high-flow oxygen affect oxygen levels in the blood and brain during sedation for a bladder scope procedure (cystoscopy). About 200 adults will be randomly assigned to receive one of three oxygen flow rates while their breathing and oxyge…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Firat University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC