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Can engineered immune cells outsmart Treatment-Resistant myeloma?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ TerminatedThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental therapy called LCAR-BCDR, which uses a patient's own immune cells that have been engineered to recognize and attack a protein called BCMA found on myeloma cells. The study aims to see if this treatment is safe and tolerable, and w…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Changzheng Hospital • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a single gene shot free hemophilia b patients from regular infusions?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ TerminatedThis trial tests a gene therapy called FLT180a in adults with hemophilia B, a condition where the body lacks a clotting protein. The therapy delivers a working gene to help the body produce its own clotting factor. A small group of participants will receive a single dose and be f…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Spur Therapeutics • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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One-shot gene editor aims to correct a brain disorder at its source
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ TerminatedThis trial tests whether a single injection of a gene-editing tool can safely correct a specific mutation in the CHD3 gene that causes Snijders Blok-Campeau syndrome, a condition marked by developmental delay and intellectual disability. The gene editor is delivered directly into…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Yongguo Yu • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Chemo-Antibody combo beat a tough leukemia?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ TerminatedThis phase II trial is testing whether adding the targeted antibody-drug inotuzumab ozogamicin to a standard chemotherapy regimen (Hyper-CVAD) improves outcomes for adults with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. The study enrolls people with newly diagnosed or recently remitted…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a gene make prostate cancer cells soak up radiation?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ TerminatedThis phase 1 trial tests a gene therapy that helps prostate cancer cells absorb more radioactive iodine, potentially killing them while sparing healthy tissue. The study enrolls men whose prostate cancer returned after prior radiation therapy. Researchers aim to find the safest d…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new vaccine stop malaria in its tracks?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ TerminatedThis early-stage trial is testing a new malaria vaccine candidate, called Pfs48/45, in healthy adults aged 18 to 45 in the UK. The vaccine is designed to block the malaria parasite from spreading, and it's given with an adjuvant called Matrix-M to boost the immune response. The s…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Oxford • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can mRNA technology outsmart shingles? a new vaccine trial aims to find out
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ TerminatedThis trial tests an experimental mRNA vaccine, mRNA-1468, to see if it can safely prevent shingles in healthy adults aged 50 and older. Participants receive either the new vaccine, a placebo, or an existing shingles vaccine (Shingrix) to compare safety and immune response. The st…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: ModernaTX, Inc. • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Lower-Dose RSV vaccine protect babies just as well?
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ TerminatedThis study tested a nasal spray RSV vaccine in nearly 1,000 healthy infants and toddlers aged 6 to 22 months. The goal was to see if a lower dose works as well as the standard dose and to check safety across different doses. The trial was ended early, so final results are not ava…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sanofi Pasteur, a Sanofi Company • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Nasal spray vaccine aims to shield children from RSV
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ TerminatedThis early-stage trial tests an experimental RSV vaccine called CodaVax-RSV, given as nose drops, in healthy children aged 6 months to 5 years. The study evaluates the vaccine's safety and the immune response it triggers. Some children receive the vaccine at different doses, whil…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Codagenix, Inc • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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PNH drug iptacopan tested in Real-World setting – but study cut short
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at how well the drug iptacopan works for people with paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) when used in everyday medical practice in Russia. Only 6 adults took part, and the study was terminated early. Researchers measured whether patients' hemoglobin levels…
Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Experimental drug REC-2282 targets NF2 brain tumors in early trial
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a drug called REC-2282 in people aged 12 and older with progressive meningiomas (brain tumors) linked to NF2 gene mutations. Participants took the drug or a placebo three times a week in cycles. The goal was to see if the drug could slow tumor growth. The trial …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Recursion Pharmaceuticals Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Can light therapy dry out a swollen retina?
Disease control TerminatedThis pilot study tests whether shining near-infrared light on the eye can reduce macular edema—swelling in the central retina—caused by a retinal vein occlusion. Six participants with this condition will receive 12 light treatments over about five weeks. The main goal is to see i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Sydney • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Could a treadmill routine sharpen the diabetic brain?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether a supervised treadmill walking program can improve memory, attention, and other thinking skills in adults with type 2 diabetes. Participants will follow a personalized exercise plan, and researchers will measure changes in cognitive function and blood mar…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Florida State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Could a daily pill stop hereditary angioedema attacks?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether an experimental oral medication, deucrictibant, can reduce the number of swelling attacks in people with hereditary angioedema (HAE) types I and II. Participants take either a low or high dose of the drug or a placebo for 12 weeks, and then may continue o…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Pharvaris Netherlands B.V. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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New nasal spray aims to curb relentless hunger in rare genetic disorder
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests the long-term safety of a nasal spray called carbetocin for people with Prader-Willi syndrome who experience severe, constant hunger (hyperphagia). About 160 participants who completed a previous study will receive the spray three times daily. The goal is to see …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Experimental antibody takes aim at eye inflammation
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests an experimental drug called REGN7041 in 72 people with active noninfectious uveitis, a condition causing inflammation inside the eye. The drug is an antibody designed to calm the immune system. Since this is the first time it's tested in humans, the main goal is …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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New cancer drug trial hopes to reawaken immune cells against tumors
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tested an experimental drug called ASP1570 in adults with advanced solid tumors that had spread or could not be removed by surgery. The drug aims to help the body's immune T-cells attack tumors that have become resistant. The study was in two parts: first to find a saf…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Astellas Pharma Global Development, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer drug olaparib tested for rare pancreatic tumor
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tested the drug olaparib (Lynparza) in people with advanced pancreatic acinar cell carcinoma, a rare pancreatic cancer. Participants took olaparib pills twice daily for up to 2 years. The study was terminated early after enrolling only 5 people, so it is not kn…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug targets tough blood cancers in first human trial
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage trial tested an experimental drug called SAR442257 in 47 adults with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma or non-Hodgkin lymphoma. The main goals were to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Researchers also looked for signs that the drug might fight t…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Sanofi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a skin ointment calm two stubborn redness conditions?
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tests whether a once-daily topical ointment called PF-07038124 can ease moderate-to-severe seborrheic dermatitis and papulopustular rosacea. Adults with either condition will apply the ointment or a placebo for 8 weeks, with follow-up visits to check skin impro…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug combo revive Immunotherapy's power against resistant tumors?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial is testing whether an experimental drug called NC410, when combined with the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab, can safely and effectively treat people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard immunotherapy or that are unlikely to respond. The stud…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: NextCure, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Nanoparticle chemo and DNA-Repair blocker join forces against tough cancers
Disease control TerminatedThis trial investigates a combination of two drugs: EP0057, a chemotherapy drug wrapped in a nanoparticle to help it reach cancer cells, and olaparib, which stops cancer cells from fixing DNA damage. The study includes adults with small cell lung cancer, bladder cancer, or prosta…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Stroke prevention device tested in chinese heart patients
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a device called the Amplatzer Amulet, which is implanted to close a part of the heart and reduce stroke risk in people with non-valvular atrial fibrillation who cannot take blood thinners. The study enrolled 50 participants in China and tracked safety and effect…
Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple silver liquid may halt cavities in Toddlers—Without drilling
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether a liquid called silver diamine fluoride (SDF) can stop cavities in baby teeth. About 830 children aged 12 months to 5 years with active cavities will receive either SDF or a placebo applied to their teeth twice, six months apart. Researchers will check if…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an inhaled protein save lungs in Alpha-1? new trial aims to find out
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether inhaling alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) daily can slow lung function loss in people with Alpha-1 deficiency and moderate-to-severe lung disease. 220 adults will receive either the drug or a placebo for two years, then all will receive the drug for two more yea…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Kamada, Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a drug duo tame a rare eye cancer that has spread?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial is testing whether combining two drugs—pembrolizumab and lenvatinib—can help people with metastatic uveal melanoma, a rare eye cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. Participants receive both drugs for up to two years. The study measures how long people liv…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Providence Health & Services • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Blood-Cleansing combo tame deadly lung Flare-Ups?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether a combination of plasma exchange, rituximab, and intravenous immunoglobulins can improve survival in people hospitalized in intensive care with a severe acute exacerbation of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). IPF is a progressive lung disease, and thes…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a daily pill shrink the spleen in myelofibrosis?
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 3 trial is testing an experimental oral drug, SAR302503, in people with a rare bone marrow disorder called myelofibrosis who have an enlarged spleen. Participants are randomly assigned to receive one of two doses of the drug or a placebo. The main goal is to see if the…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lupus skin drug trial halted early – only 8 volunteers joined
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested an experimental drug called PF-06823859 for adults with lupus that affects the skin. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce skin inflammation and improve symptoms. The trial was stopped early and only enrolled 8 people instead of the planned 48, so results…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cataract lens shows promise in early trial
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a new type of artificial lens (TECNIS DEN00V) for people having cataract surgery. It compared the new lens to a standard lens in 243 adults with cataracts. The goal was to see if the new lens improves vision at arm's length (66 cm) while keeping good distance vi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Stem cell infusion may help severely ill COVID-19 patients breathe
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether an experimental stem cell therapy called MultiStem can help people with moderate to severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) caused by infections like COVID-19. ARDS is a serious lung condition that often requires a breathing tube and ventilator.…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Healios K.K. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for nerve disease: batoclimab safety trial expands
Disease control TerminatedThis study checks the long-term safety of a drug called batoclimab for adults with chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP), a nerve disorder that causes weakness and numbness. About 108 people who finished an earlier batoclimab study will get weekly injections fo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Immunovant Sciences GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a single stem cell infusion rewire the brain after stroke?
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 3 trial is testing whether a single infusion of MultiStem, an experimental stem cell product, can improve recovery in adults who have had a moderate-to-severe ischemic stroke within the past 18 to 36 hours. The study compares the stem cell treatment against a placebo t…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Healios K.K. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can stem cell vesicles heal Crohn's fistulas?
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tests whether ExoFlo, a product made from extracellular vesicles derived from donor bone marrow stem cells, can safely treat perianal fistulas in people with Crohn's disease. The study enrolls adults aged 18-75 who have had Crohn's for at least six months a…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Direct Biologics, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new antibody calm the immune attack in CIDP?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial is testing whether an experimental drug called batoclimab can help adults with active chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP), a condition where the immune system damages nerves, causing weakness and disability. Participants receive either batoclimab o…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Immunovant Sciences GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on viruses in cancer patients
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage trial is testing whether genetically modified T-cells can safely control viral infections in cancer patients with weakened immune systems. The T-cells are designed to target specific viruses like CMV, BK virus, or COVID-19. The study involves 30 participants and …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New asthma drug shows promise in cutting attacks
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests an experimental drug called rocatinlimab in adults with moderate-to-severe asthma. The goal is to see if it can reduce the number of asthma attacks. Participants continue their usual asthma medications while receiving the drug or a placebo. The study involves abo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a targeted pill outperform chemo for bile duct cancer?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial is testing whether the targeted drug pemigatinib can slow or shrink a specific type of bile duct cancer (cholangiocarcinoma) that has a genetic change called FGFR2 rearrangement and cannot be removed by surgery. Participants will receive either pemigatinib as a daily p…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Incyte Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New eye injection targets Blindness-Causing lesions
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage study tests the safety of an experimental drug called RO7669330, given as an injection into the eye, for people with geographic atrophy (GA) due to age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The study involves 27 participants and will monitor side effects and eye he…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aimed at regrowing hair in severe alopecia
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a drug called amlitelimab in 166 adults with severe alopecia areata, a condition causing significant hair loss. Participants received either the drug or a placebo by injection. The main goal was to see if the drug could reduce hair loss scores after 36 weeks. Th…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sanofi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Virtual cues on a treadmill: a new hope for Parkinson's falls?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether adding augmented reality (AR) to treadmill training can help people with Parkinson's disease who have trouble walking and are at risk of falling. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: treadmill training with AR, treadmill training…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Klinik Valens • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new biologic tame lupus flares?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial is testing whether an experimental biologic called MK-6194 can reduce disease activity in adults with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), an autoimmune condition that causes inflammation and organ damage. Participants receive either MK-6194 or a placebo as an injection…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a vitamin B3 pill help kids with colitis?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether a daily supplement called nicotinamide riboside (a form of vitamin B3) can help children with mild to moderate ulcerative colitis. About 40 kids will take either the supplement or a placebo for 6 to 12 months, alongside their usual treatment. The main goa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new hip implant stand the test of time?
Disease control TerminatedThis study follows about 300 people who receive a hip replacement using the GTS cementless stem, a type of implant that anchors to bone without cement. The goal is to see how well the implant performs over up to 10 years, measuring pain, function, and joint stability. Participant…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a gel tame psoriasis? new antibody fragment put to the test
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial is testing whether a topical gel containing ZL-1102, an antibody fragment that blocks IL-17A, can safely and effectively reduce the severity of chronic plaque psoriasis. The study enrolls adults with psoriasis for at least six months and compares different dose…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Zai Lab (Hong Kong), Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to tame acromegaly hormone levels
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding ALXN2420 (a growth hormone blocker) to standard acromegaly treatment can lower IGF-1 levels more than placebo. About 60 adults with acromegaly who are already on a stable dose of somatostatin analogs will receive either ALXN2420 or placebo …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental lung inflammation treatment trial shuts down after just one patient
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial aimed to see if infliximab and intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) could help cancer patients with severe lung inflammation that didn't respond to steroids. Only one patient was enrolled before the study was terminated, so no meaningful results were obtained. The…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a fluid from amniotic cells ease ankle arthritis pain?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether a single injection of Axolotl Ambient, a fluid rich in growth factors derived from human amniotic cells, can reduce pain and improve function in people with ankle osteoarthritis. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the investigational…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Axolotl Biologix • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Quitting before the knife: which Stop-Smoking aid works best for cancer patients?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial explores whether adding counseling, cognitive behavioural therapy, or hypnotherapy to nicotine replacement therapy can help cancer patients quit smoking before their surgery. The study includes adults with breast, digestive, gynecologic cancer, or melanoma who smoke da…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut Cancerologie de l'Ouest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a cholesterol drug and a bile acid pill help reverse liver scarring?
Disease control TerminatedThis pilot study tests whether simvastatin (a cholesterol-lowering drug) and ursodeoxycholic acid (a bile acid medication), taken alone or together for six months, can improve markers of liver fibrosis in adults with advanced liver scarring after viral hepatitis has been controll…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a pill target Hard-to-Treat ovarian cancers?
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental oral drug called NXP800 in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The study has two parts: first, to find the safest dose and schedule, and then to see if the drug shows promise in specif…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Nuvectis Pharma, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Melanoma drug combo trial halted after just 3 patients
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested two drugs, encorafenib and binimetinib, given before surgery to people with stage IIIB-D melanoma that had spread to lymph nodes. The goal was to see if the drugs could shrink or eliminate the cancer before removal. The trial was stopped early after enrolling on…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New drug shows promise for Long-Term control of chronic hives
Disease control TerminatedThis study is testing the long-term safety and effectiveness of a drug called briquilimab for people with chronic hives. It includes 67 participants who have already completed a previous trial with the same drug. The goal is to see if briquilimab remains safe and helps control hi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jasper Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Could a cholesterol drug help restore sudden hearing loss?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial asks whether adding an oral statin to the usual steroid treatment can improve recovery from sudden sensorineural hearing loss, a condition where hearing drops rapidly in one ear. Adults diagnosed within 30 days of symptom onset will receive either a statin or a placebo…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Melanoma drug combo trial halted early – only 5 patients enrolled
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether adding hydroxychloroquine (a malaria drug) to standard targeted therapy (dabrafenib and trametinib) could help control advanced melanoma that had spread or could not be removed by surgery. It was designed for people with a specific gene mutation (BRAF V6…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Which Pre-Transplant chemo works best for MDS/AML? new trial aims to find out
Disease control TerminatedThis phase II trial tests two different chemotherapy combinations (treosulfan-based vs. clofarabine-based) given before a donor stem cell transplant in adults with myelodysplastic syndromes or acute myeloid leukemia. The goal is to see which regimen leads to better relapse-free s…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a One-Two punch of immune boosters revive cancer treatment?
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tests whether combining high-dose IL-2 with nivolumab can shrink tumors in people with advanced melanoma or kidney cancer that has progressed despite prior anti-PD-1 therapy. Participants receive nivolumab and high-dose IL-2 in repeated cycles, and researchers …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gregory Daniels • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a simple inhaled combo keep pneumonia patients off ventilators?
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 3 trial tests whether an inhaled combination of budesonide (a corticosteroid) and formoterol (a bronchodilator) can prevent acute respiratory failure in hospitalized adults with pneumonia and low blood oxygen levels. Participants receive either the active treatment or …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a custom vaccine train the body to fight ovarian cancer?
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tests a personalized vaccine made from a patient's own immune cells fused with their tumor cells, given alongside GM-CSF injections and imiquimod cream. The goal is to see if this combination can trigger a stronger immune response against ovarian, fallopian tub…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new pill slow lung scarring in IPF?
Disease control TerminatedThis clinical trial is testing an investigational drug called bexotegrast (PLN-74809) in people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a disease that causes progressive lung scarring and breathing difficulties. The study will compare different doses of bexotegrast against a pl…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Pliant Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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App-Based exercise program aims to strengthen hearts in congenital disease
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests a remote, app-enabled exercise program designed for people aged 10 to 50 with congenital heart disease. Participants use a smartphone app with exercise modules and wearable devices to track heart rate and progress. The goal is to see if this approach can safely i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver cancer drug combo shows promise but study halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether two immunotherapy drugs, nivolumab and ipilimumab, could shrink tumors in people with advanced liver cancer that had already been treated with another drug combination. The trial enrolled 15 adults whose cancer had spread or could not be removed by surge…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Academic and Community Cancer Research United • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a pill replace EPO shots for anemia in kidney disease?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial is testing an experimental oral drug, GSK1278863, in people on dialysis who have anemia due to chronic kidney disease and who don't respond well to standard erythropoietin (EPO) injections. The goal is to see if the drug can raise or maintain hemoglobin levels within a…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can targeted radiation tame advanced prostate cancer? a registry aims to find out
Disease control TerminatedThis study collects real-world data from people with PSMA-positive metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer who receive PSMA radionuclide therapy. The goal is to track patient characteristics, treatment responses, and survival outcomes. By gathering this information, resea…
Sponsor: Methodist Health System • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows early promise against Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage study tested a new drug called BI 765049, alone or combined with another drug (ezabenlimab), in 21 Asian adults with advanced solid tumors (stomach, colorectal, pancreatic, liver, head and neck, or lung cancer) that have a specific marker called B7-H6. The main g…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill shows promise in early trial for Hard-to-Treat breast cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage study tests a new oral drug, BBI-940, in people with advanced or metastatic breast cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. The drug works by breaking down a protein that helps cancer cells grow. The study aims to find the safest dose and check for s…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Boundless Bio, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental MS drug tested in kids, but study halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested the drug alemtuzumab in children aged 10 to 18 with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS) whose disease was still active despite other treatments. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce new brain lesions and improve quality of life. However, the tria…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Genzyme, a Sanofi Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Chemo-Immunotherapy duo outsmart tough lung cancer?
Disease control TerminatedThis phase II pilot trial is asking whether combining the chemotherapy drug gemcitabine with the immunotherapy drug nivolumab can shrink tumors in people with advanced small cell lung cancer that has spread and no longer responds to initial treatment. The study enrolls about 14 a…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New injection aims to stop dangerous psoriasis flares in their tracks
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tests an injection called TQH2929, a lab-made antibody that blocks inflammation, in 36 adults having a sudden, severe flare of generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP). Half get the drug, half get a placebo. The main goal is to see if the drug clears pustules withi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Chia Tai Tianqing Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Poop pills for tummy troubles? new trial tests FMT in kids
Disease control TerminatedThis study is testing whether fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) can help children with functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) – chronic gut issues without a clear physical cause. Researchers will give 100 children either FMT or standard drugs and track changes in symp…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Biao Zou • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common blood pressure drug help fight prostate cancer?
Disease control TerminatedThis pilot trial asks whether propranolol, a drug that blocks stress signals, can influence how prostate cancer cells survive or die. Men with prostate cancer scheduled for surgery will take propranolol before their operation. Researchers will then examine the removed prostate ti…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combos aim to boost survival in Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested several immunotherapy-based drug combinations in 214 people with advanced stomach, gastroesophageal junction, or esophageal cancer that could not be removed by surgery or had spread. Participants received either standard chemotherapy or chemotherapy plus the imm…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Bladder cancer umbrella trial tests immunotherapy combos
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested several immunotherapy-based drug combinations in 272 people with advanced bladder cancer that had worsened after platinum chemotherapy. The goal was to see which combinations were safest and most effective at shrinking tumors or slowing the disease. Participants…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a targeted drug make chemotherapy work again for ovarian cancer?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial is investigating whether adding an experimental drug called defactinib to standard chemotherapy (paclitaxel and carboplatin) can help treat ovarian cancer that has become resistant to platinum-based chemotherapy. The study includes people with recurrent ovarian, fallop…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Michael McHale • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a clotting boost make surgery safer for hemophilia patients?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether a medication called eptacog beta can safely prevent excessive bleeding in people with hemophilia A or B who have inhibitors and need major surgery. Participants receive the drug during and after their operation, and doctors measure how well bleeding is co…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Laboratoire français de Fractionnement et de Biotechnologies • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple work advice may cut sick leave days, trial suggests
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether a short vocational advice program helps people on sick leave return to work sooner. Adults who have been off work for at least two weeks due to health issues receive support from a trained worker to identify barriers and plan their return. The study compa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Keele University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an immune booster help chemotherapy fight metastatic breast cancer?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether adding an experimental immunotherapy called eftilagimod alpha to standard chemotherapy (paclitaxel) can help people with HER2-negative metastatic breast cancer live longer. The study first finds the best dose of eftilagimod alpha, then compares the combin…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Immutep S.A.S. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Remote care may cut stroke risk — a small trial puts it to the test
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether a 6-month telehealth program can reduce stroke risk factors, especially high blood pressure, in people already at elevated risk. Participants receive personalized remote care including blood pressure monitoring, wearable tracking, and virtual visits with …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Syntrillo, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A common diabetes drug may protect against hormone therapy's metabolic side effects
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 3 trial tests whether metformin, a standard diabetes medication, can prevent or reverse metabolic syndrome in men with prostate cancer who are starting androgen deprivation therapy (ADT). Metabolic syndrome—a cluster of conditions like high blood sugar, high blood pres…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Canadian Urologic Oncology Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a MALT1 blocker tame Hard-to-Treat lymphoma?
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental drug called ONO-7018 in people with relapsed or refractory Non-Hodgkin lymphoma. The drug works by blocking a protein called MALT1 that may help lymphoma cells grow. The study aims to see if the drug is safe and tolerable, and how…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Ono Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an IDO1 inhibitor boost immunotherapy against liver cancer?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial is testing whether combining an experimental IDO1 inhibitor (BMS-986205) with the immunotherapy drug nivolumab can shrink tumors or slow disease progression in people with advanced liver cancer that cannot be surgically removed. The study enrolls adults whose cancer ha…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Edward Kim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Iron infusions put to the test for heart failure stamina
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether a single intravenous iron infusion can improve exercise capacity in people with heart failure and iron deficiency. Participants are randomly assigned to receive the infusion or no treatment, then undergo cardiopulmonary exercise testing to measure peak ox…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Radha Gopalan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an immunotherapy-angiogenesis combo outshine standard chemo for advanced cervical cancer?
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial compares a new combination of camrelizumab (an immunotherapy) plus apatinib (a targeted therapy) against the standard chemotherapy plus bevacizumab as a first treatment for women with stage IVB, recurrent, or persistent cervical cancer. The study aims to see if…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-Sen University Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can two drugs together tackle tough lung cancer?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial is testing whether combining two drugs—glumetinib and toripalimab—can help people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has not responded to or is no longer controlled by standard treatments. The study is enrolling adults whose cancer has a specific marker (PD-…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Junshi Bioscience Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A common supplement may shield bones in kidney disease — a trial puts it to the test
Disease control TerminatedThis pilot trial investigates whether potassium citrate can improve bone quality and strength in adults and children with chronic kidney disease. Participants take either potassium citrate or a placebo for six months, along with blood and urine tests and advanced bone scans. The …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Albert Einstein College of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an immune booster shrink Hard-to-Treat stomach tumors?
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial is testing whether toripalimab, an immunotherapy drug, can shrink tumors in people with advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer that has worsened after at least two prior treatments. Participants receive toripalimab every three weeks. The main goal…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Junshi Bioscience Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can extended poziotinib use keep cancer in check?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial offers continued treatment with poziotinib for people with non-small cell lung cancer or breast cancer who have already benefited from the drug in a previous study. The goal is to monitor safety and see how long the cancer remains controlled with extended use. Only pat…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an ancient herbal remedy ease swelling in the eye?
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tests whether a modified Chinese herbal formula, Shenling Baizhu San, can reduce swelling in the retina (macular edema) and improve vision. Adults diagnosed with macular edema take either the herbal granules or a placebo twice daily for 12 weeks. The study meas…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Spinal cord stimulator may calm the 'fight or flight' system in chronic pain
Disease control TerminatedThis study investigates whether a spinal cord stimulator (SCS) alters the sympathetic nervous system — the body's fight-or-flight response — in people with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). Ten adults with CRPS will have their nerve activity, heart rate, and blood pressure m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common diabetes drug protect the hearts of kidney patients?
Disease control TerminatedPeople with chronic kidney disease (CKD) often have an overactive sympathetic nervous system, which raises their risk of heart problems and death. This phase 4 trial tests whether pioglitazone, a drug usually used for diabetes, can reduce that nerve overactivity and improve blood…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: The University of Texas at Arlington • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a once-weekly antibiotic help people with opioid use disorder beat serious infections at home?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether a weekly IV antibiotic called oritavancin, given alongside medication for opioid use disorder, can help people finish treatment for serious infections like bloodstream or bone infections without needing to stay in a nursing facility. The study enrolls adu…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental stroke drug takes first step in human safety trial
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests the safety of a single intravenous dose of an experimental drug called NTS-104 tris in healthy adults aged 18 to 65. The drug is being developed as a potential treatment for acute ischemic stroke. Researchers will monitor participants for side effects and measure…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: NeuroTrauma Sciences, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Rearranging the treatment timeline: could a new sequence of chemo and radiation spare rectal cancer patients from major surgery?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial is testing whether giving chemotherapy before the standard combination of chemo and radiation for rectal cancer could allow some patients to have a minor surgical procedure instead of a major one. The study enrolls adults with stage T2-T3 rectal cancer. The goal is to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Henry Ford Health System • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Two-Pronged attack shrink Hard-to-Treat cancers?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether an experimental drug called XNW5004, which blocks a protein that helps cancer grow, can boost the effects of the immunotherapy pembrolizumab (Keytruda) in people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The study inc…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Evopoint Biosciences Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new nucleotide analogue boost cancer treatment?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial is testing an experimental drug called NUC-3373, a nucleotide analogue, in combination with standard cancer drugs for people with advanced solid tumors. The study has two parts: one combining NUC-3373 with pembrolizumab, and the other combining it with docetaxel. The g…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: NuCana plc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a radioactive injection target bone tumors? a Dose-Finding trial aims to find out
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental drug called CycloSam (153-Sm-DOTMP), a radioactive compound that delivers radiation directly to bone tumors when injected. The study aims to find the safest dose in people aged 15 to 75 with solid tumors that have spread to the bo…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: QSAM Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Rectal cancer: could a 'Watch and Wait' strategy spare patients from major surgery?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial is testing whether a 'watchful waiting' approach after chemotherapy and radiation can safely avoid radical surgery in people with a certain type of rectal cancer. Participants receive chemotherapy (FOLFOX) followed by chemo-radiation, and those whose tumors completely …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Henry Ford Health System • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an oral chemo pill boost immunotherapy's power against lung cancer?
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial is testing whether adding an oral chemotherapy drug (CC-486, a form of azacitidine) to the immunotherapy pembrolizumab can help people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer who have already received one round of platinum-based chemotherapy. About 100 partici…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Celgene • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Zapping the esophagus: an implantable device takes on chronic heartburn
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether a small implanted device that electrically stimulates the lower esophageal sphincter can reduce acid reflux in people with GERD. Participants receive either active stimulation or a sham (inactive) device for six months, then all receive stimulation. The s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: EndoStim Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Triple-Drug cocktail outsmart Treatment-Resistant colorectal cancer?
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial is testing whether adding an experimental drug called evorpacept to two existing cancer drugs (cetuximab and pembrolizumab) can shrink tumors in people with a specific type of advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to prior treatments. The study enro…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a lung cancer drug designed for one mutation work for another?
Disease control TerminatedThis phase II trial tests whether alectinib, a drug typically used for ALK-positive lung cancer, can shrink tumors or control disease in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a RET gene rearrangement and has progressed after prior treatment. Participants take a…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: ETOP IBCSG Partners Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy drug sintilimab takes on rare blood vessel cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tests whether sintilimab, an immunotherapy drug, can help control angiosarcoma—a rare cancer of the blood vessels—that is advanced, has spread, or has returned. Participants receive sintilimab intravenously, and the study measures how many have no cancer growth…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Double hormone blockade may tackle Hard-to-Treat breast cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests a combination of two drugs, elacestrant and onapristone, in people with a specific type of advanced or metastatic breast cancer that is fueled by the hormones estrogen and progesterone. The goal is to see if blocking both hormone signals at once is safe and can s…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Context Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a gel cut down on skin cancer surgeries? new trial investigates
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests a gel called patidegib applied to the face twice daily for 9 months in people who develop many basal cell carcinomas (a common skin cancer) but do not have Gorlin syndrome. The goal is to see if the gel reduces the number of new skin cancers that would normally r…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sol-Gel Technologies, Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can special lenses put the brakes on childhood myopia?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether a new type of spectacle lens can slow the progression of myopia (nearsightedness) in children aged 8 to 13. Over 12 months, researchers measure changes in eye length and prescription, comparing results to a historical group that wore standard lenses. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Essilor International • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental antibody aims to quiet spinal inflammation without X-Ray damage
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tests an experimental drug called JS005 in Chinese adults with active non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis, a form of inflammatory back pain that does not yet show damage on X-rays. Participants receive either a low, medium, or high dose of JS005 or a place…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Junshi Bioscience Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Iron showdown: IV vs. pills for heart failure fatigue
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether intravenous (IV) iron or oral iron pills work better for adults with congestive heart failure who also have low iron levels. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either a one-time IV infusion of ferric carboxymaltose (with a possible repeat dose)…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Syed Hamza Mufarrih • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a quick quiz end millions of unnecessary penicillin allergies?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether a short questionnaire can identify hospitalized patients who were incorrectly labeled as allergic to penicillin. Those deemed low-risk receive a supervised dose of amoxicillin to confirm they can tolerate it. If they do, the allergy label is removed from …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Geisinger Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver-Friendly lymphoma treatment? new drug dosing study offers hope
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests the safety and best dose of loncastuximab tesirine, a targeted antibody-drug conjugate, in people with relapsed or refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma or high-grade B-cell lymphoma who also have moderate or severe liver impairment. The goal is to find a dosi…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: ADC Therapeutics S.A. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Diabetes drug metformin could boost myeloma treatment
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding metformin — a common diabetes medication — to high-dose dexamethasone can improve outcomes for people with multiple myeloma that has returned or stopped responding to prior treatments. The study enrolls adults over 18 who have failed at lea…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Campinas, Brazil • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain training: behavioral therapy may rewire social circuits in autistic toddlers
Disease control TerminatedThis study investigates whether a 10-week behavioral intervention called JASPER can improve early communication skills and alter brain activity in toddlers and preschoolers with autism. Participants aged 18 to 59 months receive twice-weekly sessions focused on joint attention and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston University Charles River Campus • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for myelofibrosis patients who stop responding to standard therapy
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tests an experimental drug called SAR302503 in people with myelofibrosis who have already been treated with ruxolitinib. The main goal is to see if the drug can shrink the spleen by at least 35% after six months of daily oral capsules. The study also tracks whe…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart scan tracer may reveal Chemo's effect on amyloid buildup
Disease control TerminatedThis pilot study tests whether a special PET scan tracer called 18F florbetapir can detect changes in amyloid protein deposits in the heart of people with AL cardiac amyloidosis who are receiving chemotherapy. Four participants will have a PET/CT scan before starting chemotherapy…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Double-Duty inhaler aims to ease breathing in COPD
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 3 trial tests whether a fixed-dose combination inhaler containing tiotropium and salmeterol works better than either drug alone or placebo for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The study measures improvements in lung function, shortness of breat…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy boosts radiation against early lung cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis study investigates whether adding the immunotherapy drug durvalumab to stereotactic body radiation therapy (SABR) improves outcomes for people with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer who cannot have surgery. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either SABR alone…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug ATG-031 targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in first human trial
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests an experimental drug called ATG-031 in people with advanced solid tumors or B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphomas that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety and find the best dose. Participants receive ATG-031 by infusion…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Antengene Biologics Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a common water pill keep blood pressure in check after childbirth?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether a 14-day course of hydrochlorothiazide (a water pill) could prevent high blood pressure from returning after delivery in women with preeclampsia or gestational hypertension. Over 450 women were planned, but the trial was stopped early. The main goals wer…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at Mesothelin-Positive tumors
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests a new cell therapy called TC-510 for people with advanced cancers that have a protein called mesothelin on their surface, including mesothelioma, ovarian cancer, and pancreatic cancer. TC-510 uses a patient's own immune cells, which are genetically modified to be…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: TCR2 Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Three-Pronged attack keep High-Risk leukemia at bay?
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 1 trial is testing whether a combination of two drugs (venetoclax and azacitidine) followed by donor immune cell infusions can prevent relapse in people with very high-risk acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who have already received a stem cell transplant. The study enrolls…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Antonio M Jimenez Jimenez • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Light-Activated cream could slow growth of NF1 skin tumors
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether a light-activated cream (Levulan Kerastick) followed by red light therapy can slow the growth of benign skin tumors called neurofibromas in people with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1). About 30 participants aged 14 and older with superficial tumors on the …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Donald Basel • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Genetic clues could personalize breast cancer treatment
Disease control TerminatedThis study looks at genetic changes in postmenopausal women with a common type of advanced breast cancer (HR+ HER2-). Participants first receive ribociclib plus letrozole; those with a specific mutation (PIK3CA) may later switch to alpelisib plus fulvestrant. The goal is to track…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at Hard-to-Treat leukemia
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests a new therapy called CART123 for adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has not responded to standard treatments or has returned after treatment. The therapy uses a patient's own immune cells, which are modified in a lab to recognize and attack cancer cell…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can virtual coaching close the autism care gap for black toddlers?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether a telehealth-based family navigation program helps Black toddlers under age 4 start autism-specific intervention faster after diagnosis. Families in the program receive up to four virtual sessions with a trained navigator who helps them find and enroll in…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Targeted radiation zaps Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage trial tests a new drug, [177Lu]Lu-EVS459, that delivers radiation directly to cancer cells in people with advanced ovarian or lung cancers. The study aims to see if the treatment is safe and tolerable, and to get an early look at whether it can shrink tumors. Par…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a CO2-Removal device save lives in severe COPD attacks?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial investigates whether adding a device that removes carbon dioxide from the blood (ECCO2R) to standard care improves survival in people with very severe flare-ups of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The study includes patients at high risk of needing a breat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Iron infusions may boost gut healing in celiac disease
Disease control TerminatedThis trial investigates whether adding intravenous iron to standard oral iron supplements can help heal intestinal damage in people with celiac disease who have iron deficiency and gut atrophy. Participants receive either intravenous iron infusions plus oral iron, or oral iron al…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Proton beam therapy plus chemo aims to improve Post-Surgery treatment for advanced endometrial cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tests a new approach called UPPROACH for people with loco-regionally advanced endometrial cancer who have had surgery. The treatment combines intensity-modulated proton beam therapy (IMPT) with standard chemotherapy (carboplatin and paclitaxel) given at the sam…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a 3-Month TB cocktail replace the standard 6-Month regimen?
Disease control TerminatedThis clinical trial investigates whether a 3-month combination of clofazimine and rifapentine can effectively treat drug-susceptible tuberculosis (TB) compared to the standard 6-month regimen. The study includes adults with pulmonary TB, some of whom also have HIV. Researchers ar…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Real-World study tracks Selumetinib's impact on NF1 tumors in children
Disease control TerminatedThis study observes children aged 3 to 18 with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) who have symptomatic, inoperable plexiform neurofibromas and are starting treatment with selumetinib. Researchers will track how well the drug shrinks or stabilizes tumors, how long patients stay on tre…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Radiation and immunotherapy join forces against hard-to-treat liver cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether adding a precise, internal radiation treatment (166Holmium microspheres) to standard immunotherapy (atezolizumab and bevacizumab) can shrink liver tumors that cannot be surgically removed. About 10 adults with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma will re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Drug cocktail aims to stall pancreatic cancer in patients who have run out of options
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tests whether combining two drugs—erlotinib and everolimus—can slow the growth of advanced pancreatic cancer in patients who have already received at least one prior treatment. The study enrolls people with unresectable or metastatic pancreatic adenocarcinoma a…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to help lungs and heart work better during exercise
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 3 trial tests whether ralinepag, an oral medication, can improve exercise capacity in people with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) who have recently started PAH therapy. Participants take ralinepag or a placebo for 28 weeks, and their peak oxygen consumption durin…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: United Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a single injection after ankle surgery ward off arthritis?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether a drug called amobarbital, injected into the ankle joint during fracture repair surgery, can prevent post-traumatic osteoarthritis. The trial involves 5 adults aged 18–60 with severe ankle fractures. The main goal is to check safety, but researchers will …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: J L Marsh • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Stem cells injected into heart arteries may help repair damage after a heart attack
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tests whether a single dose of donor stem cells (OmniMSC-AMI) given directly into the heart arteries is safe for people who have just had a major heart attack. The study enrolls adults aged 20–80 with a specific type of heart attack (anterior STEMI) who are…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Taiwan Bio Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered T-Cells take aim at Hard-to-Treat pancreatic cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tests a personalized cell therapy for people with metastatic pancreatic cancer. A patient's own T-cells are genetically modified to recognize and attack mesothelin, a protein found on many pancreatic cancer cells. Before receiving the modified cells, patien…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could earlier testing for pregnancy diabetes prevent complications?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial investigates whether screening for gestational diabetes earlier in pregnancy (at 18-20 weeks instead of the usual 24-28 weeks) and providing prompt lifestyle advice and medication if needed can reduce complications such as large babies, C-sections, and high blood press…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a vitamin d pill help kids with kidney disease avoid dialysis?
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 3 trial compares two oral vitamin D therapies—Hectorol (doxercalciferol) and Rocaltrol (calcitriol)—in children aged 5 to 18 with chronic kidney disease stages 3 or 4 who have high parathyroid hormone levels but are not yet on dialysis. The main goal is to see if Hecto…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sanofi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common heart drug ease surgery risks for PTSD patients?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether taking propranolol, a beta blocker, before and after surgery can reduce complications like delirium, kidney problems, and pain in people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Participants are veterans scheduled for certain surgeries and will take th…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pre-Surgery drug cocktail aims to wipe out rectal cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis trial investigates whether giving a combination of bevacizumab (a drug that blocks blood vessel growth to tumors) and chemotherapy before surgery can eliminate all signs of cancer in people with stage II or III rectal cancer. Participants receive the treatment before their p…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New daily pill aims to tame Crohn's Flare-Ups
Disease control TerminatedThis trial investigates whether an oral medication called etrasimod can help people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease who have not responded well to other treatments. Participants take either etrasimod or a placebo daily for up to several years. The study measures improveme…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a drug cocktail halt bone Cancer's spread after radiation?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether adding a three-drug combination (ixazomib, lenalidomide, and dexamethasone) to zoledronic acid after radiation therapy can prevent solitary plasmacytoma of bone from turning into multiple myeloma. Participants receive either the drug combo plus zoledronic…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a second dose of steroids help premature babies breathe easier?
Disease control TerminatedThis study investigates whether giving a repeat course of betamethasone, a steroid, to pregnant women with preterm premature rupture of membranes (PPROM) can improve health outcomes for their premature babies. The main goal is to see if it shortens the baby's stay in the neonatal…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Two-Drug combo aims to outsmart resistant hodgkin lymphoma
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 study tests whether combining magrolimab and pembrolizumab can shrink or eliminate tumors in people with classic Hodgkin lymphoma that has come back or not responded to at least two prior treatments. Magrolimab targets a 'don't eat me' signal on cancer cells, while p…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ranjana Advani • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could less be more? shorter antibiotic course after appendix surgery put to the test
Disease control TerminatedThis trial compares two approaches to antibiotic use after appendix removal surgery: a restrictive course (none or up to 24 hours) versus a liberal course (24 hours to 4 days). The goal is to see if the shorter course is just as safe and effective, while reducing side effects and…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fitness-Tracker-Style wristband could help patients build muscle before joint surgery
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether a wearable bioimpedance wristband (like a fitness tracker) helps people with severe obesity and knee osteoarthritis improve their body composition—gaining muscle and losing fat—before joint replacement surgery. All participants receive coaching on body co…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Iowa • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to tame teen asthma that inhalers Can't control
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests an experimental drug called lebrikizumab in teenagers aged 12 to 17 whose asthma is not well controlled even with daily inhalers and a second medication. Participants receive either lebrikizumab or a placebo as a shot every 4 weeks for a year, while continuing th…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple pill tame RSV? new trial tests obeldesivir
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 study tests whether an oral antiviral pill called obeldesivir can safely shorten RSV symptoms in adults who are not hospitalized but are at higher risk for severe disease (e.g., those aged 60+ or with chronic lung conditions). Participants take the pill or a placebo,…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to shrink rectal tumors before surgery
Disease control TerminatedThis trial investigates whether combining two drugs, niraparib and dostarlimab, with a short course of radiation before surgery can help treat locally advanced rectal cancer. The study first finds a safe dose of niraparib, then checks how well the combination shrinks the tumor. P…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Iowa • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Radiation and immunotherapy combo before lung cancer surgery shows promise in early trial
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tests whether a low dose of radiation (12 Gy in 3 fractions) combined with one dose of the immunotherapy drug durvalumab can boost the immune system's attack on lung cancer cells before surgery. The study enrolls people with stage 2 or 3 non-small cell lung can…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Peer support may boost HIV treatment success in people who inject drugs
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether adding peer-based counseling to standard HIV and opioid treatment helps people who inject drugs stay on their medications and achieve viral suppression. Participants receive either enhanced usual care or extra support from a peer counselor. The goal is to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Placenta cells tested as COVID fighter – but trial stopped early
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested a new therapy called CYNK-001, which uses natural killer cells from the placenta to fight COVID-19. It enrolled only 7 adults with moderate COVID-19. The study was terminated early, so we have limited information on safety and effectiveness.
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Celularity Incorporated • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug aims to help COVID survivors breathe easier
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a drug called deupirfenidone (LYT-100) in 185 adults who had breathing problems after a serious COVID-19 infection. Participants took either the drug or a placebo for several weeks to see if it improved their ability to walk. The trial was stopped early, so the …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: PureTech • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New biologic drug brazikumab tested for Crohn's – trial cut short
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested brazikumab, an experimental biologic drug, in 89 adults with moderate-to-severe Crohn's disease. Participants received either brazikumab, a placebo, or an active comparator (Humira) to see if the drug could improve symptoms and heal the gut lining. The trial was…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New drug shows promise for Long-Term control of ulcerative colitis
Disease control TerminatedThis study looks at the long-term safety of brazikumab, a drug given as a shot every 4 weeks, for people with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis. Participants had already taken part in an earlier study of brazikumab. The goal is to see if the drug remains safe over a longer pe…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo for liver cancer shows early promise but trial halted
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tested the immunotherapy drug nivolumab (Opdivo) given before and after a procedure called electroporation for people with advanced hepatocellular carcinoma (liver cancer) that could still be treated with curative intent. The study aimed to see if adding nivolu…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Heart failure fluid removal device trial halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis study compared a device called Aquadex, which filters excess fluid from the blood, to standard IV diuretics in 167 hospitalized heart failure patients with fluid overload. The goal was to see which method better prevented heart failure events like rehospitalization. However,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nuwellis, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Experimental combo for tough leukemia hits early snag
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage trial tested a combination of two targeted drugs—tagraxofusp-erzs and gemtuzumab ozogamicin—in 7 patients with acute myeloid leukemia that had come back or not responded to treatment. The goal was to find a safe dose and see if the combination could control the d…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New hope for rare uterine cancer? trial tests avastin with chemo
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 3 trial tested whether adding bevacizumab (Avastin) to standard chemotherapy (docetaxel and gemcitabine) helps people with advanced or recurrent uterine leiomyosarcoma. The study enrolled 107 participants but was terminated early. Researchers measured how long patients…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Experimental blood thinner tested in heart attack emergency
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested an intravenous antiplatelet drug called PRT060128 in 70 people having a severe heart attack (STEMI). The goal was to see if giving the drug before emergency artery-opening treatment improved blood flow and was safe. The trial was terminated early, so the full re…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Which oxygen strategy saves more lives? large trial puts three methods to the test
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether high-flow nasal cannula oxygen or noninvasive ventilation works better than standard oxygen therapy for ICU patients with acute respiratory failure. About 1,470 adults will be randomly assigned to one of the three methods. The main goal is to see which ap…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Could an extra antibody slow HER2+ breast cancer spread?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial investigates whether adding bevacizumab (Avastin) to standard first-line chemotherapy plus trastuzumab (Herceptin) helps people with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer. Participants receive either bevacizumab or a placebo alongside their regular treatment. The main…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Breast cancer drug showdown: which CDK4/6 inhibitor works best?
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 3 trial aimed to compare two drugs, ribociclib and palbociclib, in people with a specific type of advanced breast cancer (HR+/HER2- with HER2-enriched features). Participants received one of the drugs combined with hormone therapy. The goal was to see which combination…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: SOLTI Breast Cancer Research Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New chemo combo targets Hard-to-Treat liver cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested a two-step chemotherapy approach for people with a type of liver cancer (intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma) that cannot be surgically removed. First, patients received a standard chemo mix (mFOLFIRINOX) through the veins. Then, they got a second chemo …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: OHSU Knight Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Could a common antibiotic ease severe wheezing in young children?
Disease control TerminatedThis study investigates whether a 5-day course of oral azithromycin can reduce wheezing severity in preschool children (18 months to under 5 years) who come to the emergency department with a severe wheezing episode. Children are randomly assigned to receive either azithromycin o…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Arizona • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Experimental achondroplasia drug trial halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested an experimental drug called SAR442501 in children with achondroplasia, a common form of dwarfism. The goal was to see if the drug was safe and could improve growth. However, the trial was stopped early after enrolling only 16 children, so we have very little inf…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sanofi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New drug brazikumab aims to tame ulcerative colitis Flare-Ups
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tested brazikumab in 242 adults with moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis. Participants received either brazikumab or a placebo intravenously and then as injections over 54 weeks. The goal was to see if the drug could improve symptoms and heal the colon lining…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Experimental heart valve device tested in just one patient — study halted
Disease control TerminatedThis early study tested a new device called the Cardiovalve Transfemoral Mitral Valve System in just one person with severe mitral regurgitation who was too high-risk for surgery. The device is inserted through a vein in the leg to replace the faulty mitral valve without open-hea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cardiovalve Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Phone calls from nurses aim to tame high blood pressure in women
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether a 6-month program of nurse-led phone calls could help women with uncontrolled high blood pressure take their medication as prescribed. The program included 7 phone calls to address barriers to medication adherence. Only 14 women enrolled before the study…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mme Edith DAUCHY • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Could a common laxative soothe gut inflammation in cystic fibrosis?
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial investigates whether polyethylene glycol (a laxative) can reduce intestinal inflammation in children with cystic fibrosis. The study includes children aged 4 to 17 with cystic fibrosis and pancreatic insufficiency who have elevated fecal calprotectin (a marker …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Robot suit helps kids with cerebral palsy take steps forward
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether a robotic exoskeleton could help children aged 6 to 12 with severe cerebral palsy improve their walking and motor skills. Participants used the robot for 45-minute sessions three times a week over six months. The trial aimed to measure changes in movemen…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hunan Normal University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New oral pill aims to fight RSV in adults
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests an oral drug called AK0529 (Ziresovir) in adults aged 18 to 75 with respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo, and researchers measure how well symptoms improve and track any side effects. The goal is to see if…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Ark Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Can IBD patients safely stretch their infusion schedule? new study tests two strategies
Disease control TerminatedThis study looks at people with inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis) who are in deep remission. It compares two methods for gradually increasing the time between infliximab infusions: one based on symptoms and one based on drug levels in the blood. T…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Laser plus gel: new hope for port wine stains?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether adding timolol gel to pulsed dye laser treatment could improve results for port wine stains on children's faces. Twenty-five children aged 6 months to 18 years were enrolled, but the study was stopped early. The goal was to see if the combination led to …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Antibiotics at home after early water break: study stopped early
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at whether giving pregnant people oral antibiotics at home could delay delivery after their water broke very early (between 18 and 23 weeks). The goal was to see if more people would stay pregnant for at least 28 days after the water broke. The study was stopped…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a pacemaker also treat high blood pressure? a new device aims to do both.
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests a special pacemaker called the Moderato System in people who need a pacemaker and have high blood pressure that is hard to control with medication. The device is implanted like a regular pacemaker and may help lower blood pressure by adjusting the heart's pacing.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: BackBeat Medical Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Ovarian cancer combo trial halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a new drug, CRLX101, combined with standard chemotherapy (paclitaxel) in 30 women with ovarian cancer that came back or didn't go away. The goal was to find the safest dose and see if the combination helped shrink tumors. The trial was terminated early, so resul…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: NewLink Genetics Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Personalized interferon therapy aims to tame kidney disease without weakening defenses
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial investigates whether a personalized course of peginterferon alfa-2a can control membranous nephropathy, an autoimmune kidney disease. The treatment targets the Th17 inflammatory pathway, which is linked to a higher risk of relapse. Participants receive injectio…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Experimental HER2 cancer drug trial halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis was an early-phase study testing a new drug called XMT-2056 in people with advanced solid tumors that have a protein called HER2. The trial aimed to find a safe dose and check for side effects. It was terminated early, so the full results are not available.
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Day One Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Experimental combo targets metastatic breast cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage study tested the safety and best dose of combining the drugs RAD001 and docetaxel in 15 people with metastatic breast cancer. The goal was to find a dose that is tolerable while potentially controlling the disease. The study was terminated early, so results are l…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Promising c. diff drug fails to prove benefit in small, halted trial
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether an extra dose of bezlotoxumab, a drug that blocks the harmful toxin made by C. diff bacteria, could help very sick patients recover after emergency colon surgery. Only 5 people took part before the study was stopped early. The goal was to see if the drug…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug aims to free severe asthma patients from daily steroids
Disease control TerminatedThis Phase 3 trial tests whether tezepelumab, an injectable biologic, can help adults with severe asthma reduce their daily dose of oral corticosteroids while still keeping their asthma under control. Participants receive either tezepelumab or a placebo for 28 weeks, and doctors …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Ear drops after tube surgery: do they prevent blockage?
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at whether using antibiotic ear drops during and after ear tube surgery reduces the chance of tube blockage or ear drainage in children. Only 9 children took part, and each child received drops in one ear but not the other. The study was stopped early, so the fi…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Boston Children's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Experimental bone putty for spinal surgery falls short in early trial
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a special bone graft material (MatriBONE mixed with the patient's own bone marrow) for spinal fusion surgery in people with painful degenerative back problems. The goal was to see how well the bones fused together after 12 months. However, the trial was stopped …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a pacemaker tame stubborn high blood pressure?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests a special pacemaker-like device, the Moderato System, designed to lower blood pressure in people who have resistant hypertension and already need a dual-chamber pacemaker. Participants are randomly assigned to have the device's blood-pressure-lowering feature tur…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: BackBeat Medical Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Experimental cancer therapy targets tough tumors with radioactive precision
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage trial tested a two-step radioimmunotherapy combining GD2-SADA and 177Lu-DOTA in patients with recurrent or metastatic solid tumors, including small cell lung cancer, high-risk neuroblastoma, sarcoma, and melanoma. The goal was to assess safety and find the right …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Y-mAbs Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Hospital metformin debate: keep or stop? small study offers few answers.
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at whether people with type 2 diabetes should continue taking their usual metformin medication while hospitalized. The goal was to see if it helped control blood sugar, caused stomach issues, or affected how long patients stayed. Only 22 people took part before …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Tiny doses of avastin tested against laser for preemie eye disease
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a low dose of the drug bevacizumab (Avastin) against standard laser treatment for retinopathy of prematurity, an eye disease that can blind premature infants. Sixteen babies with severe disease were enrolled. The goal was to see if the drug could control the dis…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Jaeb Center for Health Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New universal cell therapy shows promise for Hard-to-Treat blood cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage study tested a new type of cell therapy called LUCAR-B68 in 8 adults with multiple myeloma that had come back or stopped responding to treatment. The therapy targets a protein called BCMA on cancer cells and is designed to be used without needing to match the pat…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Liver transplants for HIV-HCV patients: a feasibility study
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to see if liver transplantation is possible and safe for people infected with both HIV and hepatitis C. Fifteen patients were enrolled to track survival, virus behavior, and drug interactions after transplant. The goal was to understand how these two viruses inte…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: ANRS, Emerging Infectious Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New pill for ulcerative colitis shows promise, but trial halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested an oral medication, NX-13, in 81 adults with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis. Participants received either NX-13 or a placebo for 12 weeks, with a long-term follow-up option. The trial was terminated early, so the full results are not available, but the da…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a glucose monitor boost diabetes education for newly diagnosed patients?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether using a Freestyle Libre 2 continuous glucose monitor for 28 days, along with standard therapeutic education, helps people recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes improve their blood sugar control. The trial enrolled 27 adults diagnosed within the past ye…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Robot vs. vaginal surgery for prolapse: which is better? trial stopped early.
Disease control TerminatedThis study compared two surgical repairs for pelvic organ prolapse (when organs like the bladder or uterus drop into the vagina). One method uses a robot to place mesh inside the abdomen; the other uses stitches through the vagina to tighten natural ligaments. The trial enrolled …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Loma Linda University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Smartphone system aims to automate insulin delivery for type 1 diabetes
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests an automated insulin delivery system for adults with type 1 diabetes. The system uses a smartphone connected to a continuous glucose monitor and insulin pump to help keep blood sugar levels in a healthy range, especially overnight. Ten participants compare the au…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sue Brown • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Tooth-Related sinusitis study halted early – results uncertain
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at whether treating the dental cause of chronic maxillary sinusitis with dental procedures and medication could resolve symptoms. Only 16 patients were enrolled before the study was terminated. The main goal was to see if symptoms disappeared and pus cleared fro…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal Creteil • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could ditching heparin during heart valve repair cut bleeding risks?
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tests whether performing balloon aortic valvuloplasty without the blood thinner heparin reduces serious bleeding and blood vessel complications. About 94 adults with severe, symptomatic aortic stenosis will be randomly assigned to receive either heparin or a placebo du…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Targeted drug shows promise for Hard-to-Treat lung cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a drug called poziotinib in 648 people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has specific genetic changes (EGFR or HER2 exon 20 mutations). The goal was to see if the drug could shrink tumors. The study was stopped early, but results showed some patients…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Placenta power: could donor cells heal diabetic foot wounds?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether injections of cells from donated human placentas can help heal foot ulcers in people with diabetes. The trial includes patients with and without peripheral artery disease, a common complication that slows healing. Participants receive either the cell trea…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Celularity Incorporated • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New proton therapy aims to save eyes from removal in large melanoma cases
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested two different proton therapy schedules for people with large choroidal melanomas (eye cancer) that would normally require removal of the eye. The goal was to see if a gentler radiation schedule could control the tumor and avoid severe side effects, allowing pati…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Gum graft showdown: synthetic vs. natural tissue in recession repair
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether a synthetic gum graft (Mucogain matrix) could be a good alternative to the standard connective tissue graft for treating receding gums. The goal was to see if the synthetic option covers the exposed tooth root just as well, but with less pain and fewer c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Could collapsing a lung during heart surgery improve recovery?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether using a special tube (EZ-Blocker) to collapse one lung during heart bypass surgery can reduce fluid buildup and the need for chest drains. The trial includes adults having planned coronary artery bypass surgery that uses the internal thoracic artery. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New hope for stubborn lung infection? trial of epetraborole begins, then stops
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested an oral drug called epetraborole for people with a tough-to-treat lung infection called MAC lung disease. The trial aimed to see if adding epetraborole to standard treatment could improve symptoms and clear the infection. However, the study was terminated early,…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: AN2 Therapeutics, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Promising drug trial for rare pancreatic cancer stopped early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether the drug surufatinib could help prevent pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors from coming back after surgery. The trial was planned for many participants but was stopped early with only 6 people enrolled. Because it ended early, we don't have clear answers on…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Changhai Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New drug combo aims to spare seniors from chemo
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tested a combination of two drugs, venetoclax and rituximab, as a first treatment for people over 60 with mantle cell lymphoma. The goal was to see if this chemo-free approach could shrink or control the cancer. However, the study was stopped early after enroll…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Can an extra shot boost COVID protection in autoimmune patients?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests whether an additional dose of a COVID-19 vaccine can improve immune protection in adults and children with autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, multiple sclerosis, and others who are taking immunosuppressive medications. Participants who had a we…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Experimental combo for lung cancer shows promise but study cut short
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tested a combination of two drugs—NT-I7 and atezolizumab—in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that had not been treated before. The goal was to see if the combo could shrink tumors. However, the study was stopped early and only enrolled 33 out of …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: NeoImmuneTech • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Could a blood pressure cuff boost stroke recovery? trial tests the idea
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether repeatedly inflating and deflating a blood pressure cuff on the arm (remote ischemic conditioning) could improve recovery in 458 people who had a severe stroke caused by a blocked artery in the brain. The goal was to see if this simple, non-drug treatmen…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of University of Science and Technology of China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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COVID-19 drug trial halted early: only 16 patients enrolled
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested an experimental drug called APX-115 in hospitalized patients with mild to moderate COVID-19. The goal was to see if it was safe and could help people recover faster. However, the trial was stopped early and only 16 people took part, so we don't have enough infor…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Aptabio Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Glaucoma supplement trial fizzles: MEMOPTIC study halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether a daily tablet called MEMOPTIC (containing citicoline, magnesium, and Ginkgo biloba) could help preserve vision in people with open-angle glaucoma when added to their usual eye-pressure-lowering treatments. The trial planned to follow 15 patients for two…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Eye drop gel shows promise for skin graft healing, but trial stalls
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether applying 0.25% timolol gel (a beta-blocker eye drop used for glaucoma) to skin grafts could improve healing and appearance after skin cancer surgery. Researchers planned to enroll 82 patients but stopped early with only 10 participants. The goal was to s…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New hope for myelofibrosis patients who failed standard therapy?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a drug called selinexor in 17 people with a rare bone marrow cancer (myelofibrosis) that did not respond to or could not tolerate standard JAK inhibitor treatments. The main goal was to see if the drug could shrink an enlarged spleen by at least 35%. The trial w…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Experimental combo for resistant leukemia shows early promise but trial halted
Disease control TerminatedThis pilot study tested a new drug called sEphB4-HSA combined with standard chemotherapy (azacitidine or decitabine) in 7 patients with myelodysplastic syndrome, chronic myelomonocytic leukemia, or acute myeloid leukemia that had returned or not responded to prior treatment. The …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Could a common chemo drug boost the benefits of palliative radiation for advanced cancer?
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 3 trial tests whether adding the chemotherapy drug carboplatin to standard palliative radiotherapy helps control tumor growth and reduce pain better than radiotherapy alone. The study includes adults with advanced lung or head and neck cancer who need palliative radiat…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Institut Cancerologie de l'Ouest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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HIV drug showdown: which strategy works best for new patients?
Disease control TerminatedThis study compared two HIV treatment approaches in people who had never taken HIV drugs before. One group started with a three-drug combo for 16 weeks, then switched to a two-drug combo. The other group took a two-drug combo from the start. The goal was to see if the first appro…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: ANRS, Emerging Infectious Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Experimental combo therapy for tough lymphoma shows promise but trial halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis Phase 2 trial tested a two-step treatment for patients with relapsed or refractory B-cell non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. First, patients received a stem cell transplant using their own cells, followed by an infusion of CAR-T cells (a type of immune cell therapy). The goal was to se…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Experimental cancer drug trial halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage study tested a new drug called PF-07265807 in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors that had spread. The main goals were to find a safe dose and check for side effects. The trial was terminated early, so results are limited.
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Kaposi's sarcoma drug trial halted early – what we know
Disease control TerminatedThis phase II trial tested the drug everolimus in 11 people with classic or endemic Kaposi's sarcoma, a rare skin cancer linked to a virus. The goal was to see if the drug could shrink tumors after 6 months. The study was terminated early, so the full results are not available.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Weight loss and hormone pill tested for fertility-sparing cancer treatment – but trial stopped early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether combining weight management (diet and exercise guidance) with a daily hormone pill (megestrol acetate) could help obese patients with early-stage endometrial cancer who want to preserve their fertility. The goal was to see if the cancer would completely …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Xiaojun Chen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New vaccine combo aims to supercharge immune attack on breast cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether adding a HER2-targeting vaccine (VRP-HER2) to the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab could boost the immune system's attack on advanced HER2-positive breast cancer. Eight participants were randomly assigned to receive the vaccine alone, pembrolizumab alone…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Herbert Lyerly • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Cancer combo trial halted early after enrolling only 5 patients
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a new drug (INCB099280) combined with a standard cancer drug (axitinib) in adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to other treatments. The main goals were to check safety and see if the combination could shrink tumors. The trial was termin…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Incyte Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Cancer drug trial halted after just one patient
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tested whether the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab could shrink head and neck skin cancers that had spread to lymph nodes before surgery. Only 1 person enrolled before the study was terminated early. The goal was to see if the drug could eliminate all cancer ce…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Experimental cancer drug study halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage study tested a new drug called PF-07284892, alone or with other medicines, in people with advanced solid tumors that had specific genetic changes. The goal was to find the safest dose and check for side effects. The study was stopped early, so results are limited…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Heart drug fails to prove benefit for lung failure patients in early-stop trial
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether giving the heart medication metoprolol through a vein could help people with severe lung failure (ARDS) in the ICU. The goal was to see if it helped them breathe without a machine for more days. However, the trial was stopped early and only 14 people too…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Consorcio Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red (CIBER) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New drug aims to keep acid in check for rare kidney disorder
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a medicine called ADV7103 in children and adults with distal renal tubular acidosis (dRTA), a rare kidney condition that causes too much acid in the blood. The goal was to see if ADV7103 could prevent dangerous acid buildup better than a placebo. Only 3 people e…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Advicenne Pharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Promising heart rhythm fix trial halted early – only 7 patients tested
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to see if combining surgical and catheter ablation (hybrid therapy) works better than standard catheter ablation alone for people with persistent atrial fibrillation. The trial was terminated after enrolling only 7 participants, so no meaningful conclusions can b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Lung cancer gene therapy trial halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage trial tested a new gene therapy called quaratusugene ozeplasmid (Reqorsa) combined with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab (Keytruda) in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer who had already received treatment. The goal was to see if the combination was sa…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Genprex, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Less invasive heart attack care for the elderly put to the test
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at two ways to manage older patients (80+) who had a mild type of heart attack (NSTEMI). One group got routine angiography (an invasive look at the heart's arteries), while the other group first had a non-invasive imaging test (SPECT or stress echo) and only got…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Cancer drug combo tested for rare gene mutation – but trial stopped early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested two drugs, niraparib and bevacizumab, alone or together, in people with recurrent endometrial or ovarian cancer that has a specific gene change called ARID1A. The goal was to see if the drugs could shrink tumors. However, the trial was stopped early after enroll…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Oklahoma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Could aspirin or ibuprofen help beat TB faster?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether adding aspirin or ibuprofen to standard tuberculosis (TB) treatment helps patients recover more quickly. It included 426 adults with drug-sensitive or drug-resistant TB. The trial was terminated early, so the results are not conclusive.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fundació Institut Germans Trias i Pujol • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New light therapy for brain cancer shows promise in early trial
Disease control TerminatedThis trial tested a light-activated drug called PD L 506 (5-aminolevulinic acid) in 17 adults with a type of aggressive brain tumor called glioblastoma that could not be fully removed by surgery. The drug is given by mouth and then activated by a laser inserted into the brain to …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: photonamic GmbH & Co. KG • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Heart drug trial halted early: MYK-224 studied for thick heart muscle
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested an experimental drug called MYK-224 in 18 adults with a type of heart disease that makes the heart muscle too thick and blocks blood flow. The goal was to see if the drug is safe and helps reduce symptoms. The trial was stopped early, so results are limited.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Promising combo for IDH1 leukemia hits early snag – trial stopped
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested whether adding the targeted drug ivosidenib to standard FLAG chemotherapy could help people with a specific genetic form of acute myeloid leukemia (IDH1-mutant AML). The study aimed to find the best dose and check for side effects in patients whose c…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New hope for tough blood cancers: early trial of ONO-7018 begins
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage study tested a new drug called ONO-7018 in 9 adults with non-Hodgkin lymphoma or chronic lymphocytic leukemia that had returned or stopped responding to other treatments. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effects. The study was stopped earl…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Ono Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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CML drug combo aims for Treatment-Free remission, but trial stalls
Disease control TerminatedThis phase 3 trial tested whether adding asciminib to the standard drug imatinib could help people with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) achieve a deep remission and safely stop all medication. Only 8 patients were enrolled before the study was terminated early, making it too small…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sarit Assouline • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Experimental pill shows early promise for painful skin condition
Disease control TerminatedThis pilot study tested the drug deucravacitinib against a placebo in people with moderate-to-severe hidradenitis suppurativa, a chronic skin condition causing painful lumps. Only 7 people enrolled before the study was stopped early. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce i…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can early speech therapy boost language in preterm babies?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested an early speech therapy program for children born very prematurely or with severe growth restriction. The program involved 10 to 20 sessions with a trained speech therapist from 6 to 24 months of age. The goal was to see if it could reduce language and communica…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Sud Francilien • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Experimental NK cell therapy for blood cancers hits early hurdle
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage study tested a new drug called SAR445514, which helps the body's natural killer (NK) cells attack cancer cells in people with multiple myeloma or light-chain amyloidosis that had returned or stopped responding to other treatments. The study was terminated early, …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Sanofi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Mini transplant shows promise for blood cancers – but trial ended early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a reduced-intensity bone marrow transplant, or 'mini transplant,' for people with blood cancers like lymphoma and leukemia. The transplant used marrow from a relative and was combined with chemotherapy drugs to help the donor cells take hold. Only 15 people took…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Botulinum injection trial for arm spasticity halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether injections of MYOBLOC (botulinum toxin type B) can safely reduce muscle tightness in the arm and hand of adults with spasticity caused by stroke, brain injury, multiple sclerosis, or other conditions. The trial planned to enroll about 300 participants bu…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Solstice Neurosciences, LLC, a subsidiary of MDD US Operations, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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A radioactive clue that could spare thousands from thyroid surgery
Diagnosis TerminatedThis trial tests whether a special imaging scan using a small amount of radioactive iodine (iodine-123) can tell the difference between benign and cancerous thyroid nodules before surgery. Currently, biopsy alone can't always make that call, so many people undergo surgery just to…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple test spot heart damage in cancer survivors?
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study looks at whether a special ECG and a blood test can find early signs of heart weakness in adult cancer survivors who had certain chemotherapy. Researchers will check how well these tests work compared to standard heart imaging. The goal is to gather information needed …
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple breath test could spot mesothelioma years earlier
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study explores whether chemicals in a person's breath, called volatile organic compounds, can serve as early warning signs of pleural mesothelioma in people who have been exposed to asbestos. Researchers will also check if a blood marker, SMRP, adds to the breath test's accu…
Sponsor: Henry Ford Health System • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new scale give voice to pain in the blind?
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tests whether a new tool, the VISIODOL® scale, can help people with visual impairment communicate pain. Researchers will compare pain ratings from this scale with those from a standard numerical scale during heat-induced pain. The study includes healthy volunteers with…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test may tame the tightrope walk of transplant drugs
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tests whether a blood test called TruGraf can help doctors fine-tune immunosuppression medications in liver transplant recipients with autoimmune liver diseases like autoimmune hepatitis, primary sclerosing cholangitis, or primary biliary cirrhosis. The test measures g…
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A Parent's smartphone video could be a new tool to screen kids for sleep apnea
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tests whether a 10-minute video of a sleeping child, recorded by parents on a smartphone, can help identify obstructive sleep apnea. The video analysis will be compared with standard sleep monitoring and a clinical questionnaire in children aged 3 to 10 who snore. If t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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AI reads scans to spot esophageal cancer and predicts best treatment path
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tests two AI models that analyze endoscopy and CT images to diagnose esophageal cancer and predict how deep the tumor has grown. The goal is to help doctors decide if a patient can be treated with a less invasive endoscopic procedure or needs more aggressive therapy. T…
Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Eye-Tracking goggles could spot hidden brain injuries
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tests whether a portable goggle system that tracks eye movements can help diagnose mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). The goggles measure how well the eyes work together when following a specific pattern of visual cues. Researchers will compare results from people wit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a computer algorithm predict childhood asthma before symptoms start?
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tests a new digital tool that uses information already in a child's electronic health records to estimate their risk of developing asthma. The tool is designed for pediatricians to use during checkups for preschool-aged children, where asthma is often missed. Researche…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Metabolic MRI could spot prostate cancer without a needle
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tests a new type of MRI scan that uses a special contrast agent called hyperpolarized pyruvate to see how prostate cells use energy. The goal is to safely distinguish cancerous from normal tissue in men with suspected or known prostate cancer. Participants receive the …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI reads eye photos to spot Diabetes-Related vision loss
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tests whether an artificial intelligence program called NeoRetina can accurately detect diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema from simple eye photographs. Researchers will compare the AI's analysis to standard exams by eye doctors. The goal is to see if this …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM) • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New blood test aims to catch live prostate cancer cells
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tests a new blood test called EPIDROP that looks for live circulating tumor cells in men with metastatic prostate cancer. The test uses a special technique to isolate single cells and measure their activity. Researchers want to see if EPIDROP is as good as or better th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Super-Fine ultrasound could spare melanoma patients a second surgery
Diagnosis TerminatedThis trial investigates whether a new, ultra-high-frequency ultrasound device can accurately measure the depth of skin melanomas before surgery. Currently, doctors must remove the tumor, measure its depth under a microscope, and then often perform a second surgery to remove more …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New Light-Based test aims to catch deadly newborn gut disease early
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study looked at whether measuring oxygen levels in the brain and gut using a light-based device (NIRS) could help doctors diagnose necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) earlier in newborns with symptoms like bloody stool or a swollen belly. The study planned to include 45 newborns…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Triple imaging technique aims to sharpen prostate cancer detection
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tested a new way to guide prostate biopsies by combining three imaging methods: a PET scan using a special tracer (fluorocholine), multiparametric MRI, and 3D ultrasound. The goal was to see if this triple approach could more accurately target suspicious areas in the p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lille Catholic University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Tears may replace spinal taps for MS diagnosis
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tests whether a tear sample can diagnose primary progressive multiple sclerosis (MS) as accurately as a spinal tap. Currently, doctors need to collect spinal fluid to confirm this type of MS, which is invasive and uncomfortable. Researchers will compare proteins in tea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lille Catholic University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New heart artery measurements could sharpen diagnosis
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tests new methods to measure pressure, blood flow, and blockage size in heart arteries. Researchers want to see if these measurements can better identify which blockages are serious enough to cause heart damage. The study involves people with known or suspected coronar…
Sponsor: University of Cincinnati • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New scan aims to spot brain bleeding after stroke – but study stalls
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tested whether a cone beam CT scan, done right after a stroke procedure called thrombectomy, could tell the difference between a brain hemorrhage and harmless contrast dye buildup. Only 5 adults were enrolled before the study was stopped early. The goal was to see if t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New scan could predict hormone therapy success in breast cancer
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tested a special PET/CT scan using a radioactive tracer called FES to see estrogen receptor activity in women with advanced, hormone-resistant breast cancer. The goal was to see if the scan could predict how well a new hormone therapy would work. Only 6 people were enr…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Fewer biopsy cores may be safer and just as accurate for prostate cancer detection
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study looked at whether taking fewer systematic biopsy cores (6 instead of 20) during an MRI-targeted prostate biopsy could still detect dangerous prostate cancers while reducing risks like infection and overdiagnosis. The trial involved 126 men with suspicious MRI results. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Pee test could replace pap smear for some women
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tested whether offering a home urine test for human papillomavirus (HPV) could encourage more women to get screened for cervical cancer. The trial targeted women aged 30–65 in Brittany, France, who had not responded to an initial invitation for a Pap smear. Participant…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New PET tracer aims to light up tumors, but trial stalls
Diagnosis TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested a radioactive imaging agent called 68GaNOTA-Anti-MMR-VHH2 to see if it could safely highlight tumors on PET scans. It involved 13 adults with advanced solid tumors, breast cancer, or melanoma. The study was terminated early, so we have limited inform…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Virtual reality could spot eye nerve damage earlier than flashlight test
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tested whether a virtual reality headset combined with machine learning can measure pupil reactions more reliably than the standard flashlight test for Relative Afferent Pupillary Defect (RAPD). About 71 adults with and without known RAPD took part. Researchers compare…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New PET tracer could spot hidden brain tumors in cancer patients
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study tested a special radioactive tracer (68GaNOTA-Anti-HER2 VHH1) to see if it can find HER2-positive brain metastases on PET/CT scans. Seven adult cancer patients with at least one brain lesion were enrolled. The goal was to compare tracer uptake in HER2-positive versus H…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New PET tracer aims to reveal hidden immune activity in tumors and arteries
Diagnosis TerminatedThis Phase II study tested a radioactive tracer called 68GaNOTA-Anti-MMR-VHH2 to see if it can light up certain immune cells (macrophages) on PET scans. The trial included 29 people with head and neck cancer, lymphoma, atherosclerosis, or sarcoidosis. The goal was to see if the t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Ultrasound vs x-ray: a new way to spot lung issues in sick babies?
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study looked at whether chest ultrasound could be as good as chest X-ray for finding lung complications in infants under 2 years old with bronchiolitis. Only 19 babies were enrolled before the study was stopped early. The goal was to see if ultrasound, which uses no radiatio…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New screening method aims to catch lung cancer earlier in asbestos workers
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study looked at whether analyzing sputum (phlegm) with automated cytometry, combined with low-dose CT scans and blood tests, could better detect lung cancer in workers heavily exposed to asbestos. The goal was to reduce false positives and improve early diagnosis. The trial …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Epilepsy drug may protect organs during heart surgery — trial tests the idea
Prevention TerminatedThis trial tests whether sodium valproate, a drug used for epilepsy, can reduce damage to the heart and kidneys in adults undergoing heart surgery with a heart-lung machine. Participants receive the drug for one to six weeks before their operation, and researchers measure organ i…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Leicester • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Can a Two-Week hormone course stop epilepsy before it starts?
Prevention TerminatedThis trial tests whether giving a low dose of the hormone ACTH to infants with early warning signs on their brain wave test (EEG) can prevent West syndrome, a severe form of epilepsy. Infants between 2 and 12 months old who show a specific pre-seizure brain pattern are treated wi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Pre-Surgery skin coating stop wound infections?
Prevention TerminatedThis trial tests whether applying a microbial sealant called Integuseal to the skin before leg bypass surgery can reduce postoperative wound infections. About 450 people scheduled for lower-limb arterial bypass procedures will be randomly assigned to receive the sealant or standa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rijnstate Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Mother's Omega-3 supplement shield preterm Babies' lungs?
Prevention TerminatedThis trial tests whether giving mothers a DHA-rich omega-3 supplement after delivering very preterm (before 29 weeks) could improve their babies' chances of surviving without bronchopulmonary dysplasia, a chronic lung condition. Half the mothers receive DHA capsules, and half rec…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: CHU de Quebec-Universite Laval • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A tiny dose of an old drug might stop Post-Surgery brain fog in seniors
Prevention TerminatedThis trial tests whether a single low dose of droperidol, given just before the end of surgery, can prevent postoperative delirium—a state of confusion and disorientation—in adults aged 65 and older undergoing non-cardiac surgery. About 800 participants will receive either droper…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: RenJi Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a vitamin d boost make flu shots work better for seniors?
Prevention TerminatedThis trial tests whether giving older adults a high dose of vitamin D before their flu shot can strengthen their immune response. Participants are 65 or older with low vitamin D levels. The study measures changes in infection-fighting proteins and antibody levels after vaccinatio…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Tiny trial on preventive bladder sling halted early — no clear answers
Prevention TerminatedThis study looked at women with pelvic organ prolapse who also had hidden (occult) stress urinary incontinence — leakage that doesn't show up on standard tests. The goal was to see if placing a TOT sling during prolapse surgery could prevent incontinence from appearing later. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a High-Tech headband clear the fog of chemo brain?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tests whether a headband with special semiconductors can help with memory and thinking problems (often called 'chemo brain') in people who have had breast or gynecologic cancer. About 50 participants will wear either the active headband or a placebo version for 18 hour…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Sleep drug studied for breast cancer Survivors' insomnia
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether the sleep medication suvorexant (20 mg) could help breast cancer survivors who have trouble sleeping. Participants were postmenopausal women taking hormone-blocking drugs. The study was stopped early after enrolling only 5 people, so results are limited.
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Low-Dose ketamine infusion lift depression in the ICU?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis phase II trial tests whether three low-dose ketamine infusions, given over consecutive days, can reduce depressive symptoms in patients who have been in the intensive care unit (ICU) for at least a week and show signs of clinical depression. Participants receive either ketam…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Dementia agitation drug trial halted after just 5 patients
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a fast-dissolving film (BXCL501) placed under the tongue to quickly reduce severe agitation in older adults with dementia. The trial aimed to enroll many participants but was stopped early after only 5 people joined. Because it ended so soon, we cannot draw reli…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: BioXcel Therapeutics Inc • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to break the Pain-Depression cycle in older women
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a program called PRIME for older women with chronic pain and depression who also have physical disabilities. Nine women took part in nurse-led goal-setting visits and group therapy sessions focused on acceptance and commitment. The goal was to see if this combin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can ancient breathing techniques rewire the depressed teen brain?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tests whether a breathing-based meditation practice called SKY can reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety in adolescents aged 16 to 24. Participants with mild-to-moderate depression will practice the breathing techniques for 8 weeks, while researchers track mood, st…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a home exercise program help Hispanics/Latinos with MS?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a 4-month exercise program done at home could help Hispanic/Latino adults with multiple sclerosis (MS) improve their physical function, manage symptoms, and feel better overall. Participants worked with coaches via video calls and compared results to a c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Booklets beat anxiety? new study tests simple tool for breast cancer patients
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study is testing whether giving women with early-stage breast cancer two easy-to-read booklets can help lower their anxiety after diagnosis. The booklets explain the disease and treatments in a gentle, clear way. About 60 women will take part, and researchers will measure ho…
Sponsor: Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Ear stimulation device may tame alcohol withdrawal symptoms
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tests whether a wearable device that sends tiny electrical pulses to the ear — a method called transcutaneous auricular neurostimulation (tAN) — can help people going through alcohol withdrawal. The device targets the vagus and trigeminal nerves, which may influence wi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Erin Takemoto • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Wakefulness drug shows promise for brain tumor fatigue, but study stalls
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a drug called solriamfetol to see if it could safely help people with brain tumors (gliomas) feel more awake, think clearer, and have a better quality of life. Only 2 people enrolled before the study was stopped early. The main goal was to check for serious side…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Once-Daily eye drop ease pain and swelling after cataract surgery?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis trial tests whether OCS-01, a dexamethasone eye drop, can reduce inflammation and pain after cataract surgery. About 117 adults scheduled for cataract removal will receive either the active drop or a placebo once daily. The study measures how well the drop clears eye inflamm…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Oculis • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Virtual reality may calm colonoscopy jitters without drugs
Symptom relief TerminatedThis trial tests whether a combination of virtual reality and psychotherapy can help people undergoing colonoscopy without sedation feel less anxious and experience less pain. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive the VR-enhanced psychotherapy, a sham VR distraction, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sugar pills, no lies: could Open-Placebo ease teen depression?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tests whether placebo pills taken knowingly — called open-label placebo — can reduce depression symptoms in unmedicated teens aged 13–18 with mild to moderate depression. Participants take placebo pills for two weeks while researchers use brain scans to see if the trea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a synthetic cannabinoid calm agitation in frontotemporal dementia?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis phase 2 trial tests whether nabilone, a synthetic cannabinoid, can reduce agitation in people with frontotemporal dementia (FTD). Participants receive both nabilone and a placebo in random order to compare effects. The study includes adults with behavioral variant FTD or pri…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Simon Ducharme, MD • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could emotional awareness therapy soothe mysterious body aches?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis pilot study tests whether a short-term group therapy called Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET) can help people with persistent physical symptoms like pain or fatigue that have no clear medical cause. The therapy focuses on helping participants identify and exp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Daniel Maroti • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Mindful walking may ease knee pain without pills
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tests whether a mindful walking program can help people with knee osteoarthritis walk better and more often. Participants are randomly assigned to either a mindful walking group or a self-care education group, both meeting over 11 sessions in 6 months. The study focuse…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston University Charles River Campus • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Virtual reality could cure stage fright in just one session
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tests whether virtual reality (VR) can help young adults with public speaking anxiety. Participants receive either one or three sessions of VR exposure therapy, followed by a 4-week online program. The goal is to see if a single VR session works as well as multiple ses…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vilnius University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which bypass surgery helps cancer patients eat solid food again?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis trial compares two types of stomach bypass surgery for people whose stomach is blocked by cancer. The goal is to see which surgery allows patients to eat solid food better within the first 30 days. Participants are randomly assigned to one of the two procedures, and their st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Corewell Health West • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Numbing ear drops could ease children's ear infection pain faster
Symptom relief TerminatedThis trial tests whether adding lidocaine ear drops to standard painkillers provides better ear pain relief for children aged 1–6 with acute otitis media. Half the children receive the ear drops plus usual care (oral painkillers, with or without antibiotics), while the other half…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: UMC Utrecht • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tiny incision, big relief? ultrasound procedure challenges carpal tunnel surgery
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study compared a new, minimally invasive ultrasound-guided procedure to standard surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome. The goal was to see if the new technique could provide similar relief with a smaller incision and faster recovery. Only 7 people were enrolled before the stud…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: GCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Low-Dose opioid blocker ease bladder pain?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis pilot trial investigates whether low-dose naltrexone (LDN) can reduce pain and urinary symptoms in people with bladder pain syndrome or interstitial cystitis. Participants receive either LDN or a placebo nightly for 8 weeks. The study measures pain scores, urinary frequency,…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a massage gun help clear kidney stone fragments after surgery?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tests whether a massage percussion device can help people pass tiny kidney stone fragments left behind after a common stone-removal surgery. After surgery, small fragments often remain in the kidney and may not pass on their own, sometimes requiring another procedure. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hands-On therapy may offer Drug-Free relief for chronic heartburn
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study investigates whether osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) — a form of hands-on manual therapy — can reduce symptoms like heartburn and regurgitation in people with gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The trial includes 26 adults who have had symptoms for at l…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Studio Osteopatico Busto Arsizio • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New sedative could speed recovery for ventilator patients
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tests a new sedative called remimazolam for people in the ICU who need a breathing tube after oral or facial surgery. It compares remimazolam to two standard sedatives, propofol and midazolam, to see if it works just as well and helps patients wake up faster. The trial…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could skipping the chest tube after lung surgery cut pain and hospital time?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis trial investigates whether removing the chest tube during thoracoscopic lung surgery, instead of leaving it in place afterward, leads to less pain and faster recovery. Participants undergoing elective wedge resection are randomly assigned to have the tube removed during surg…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rigshospitalet, Denmark • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a scented fan ease breathlessness at the end of life?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether blowing a fan with aromatherapy on the face can help reduce breathlessness in people with terminal illness. The trial planned to enroll 26 adults who were near the end of life and had trouble breathing. Participants were randomly assigned to receive a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tsai-Wei Huang • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can osteopathy ease fibromyalgia pain?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether osteopathic care (hands-on manipulation) can help reduce pain in people with fibromyalgia. 32 participants received osteopathic treatments over 8 months, with a follow-up 3 months later. The goal was to see if this approach could improve pain and quality…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Nerve block or antidepressant? study tests two migraine treatments Head-to-Head
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study compares two treatments for transformed migraine (chronic daily headache): a sphenopalatine ganglion nerve block using lidocaine gel applied inside the nose, versus daily oral amitriptyline (Elavil), an antidepressant often used for migraine prevention. Ten adults aged…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Brain zapping trial for Schizophrenia's 'Negative Symptoms' ends early
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called TMS could help reduce negative symptoms of schizophrenia, like low motivation and reduced facial expression. The trial enrolled 47 adults with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder and compared active…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Multitasking rehab for stroke walkers: hype or help?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether practicing walking while doing other tasks (multitasking) helps people recovering from a stroke walk faster than just walking practice alone. It included 26 adults who had a stroke within the past 6 months and had trouble walking. The trial was stoppe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Balloon treatment for sinusitis may offer faster recovery and less pain
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study compared a newer, less invasive procedure called balloon sinuplasty to standard surgery for people with frontal sinusitis that did not improve with medication. The balloon procedure uses a small catheter to open blocked sinus passages, aiming to reduce pain, bleeding, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Botox for groin pain? small study explores new treatment
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether injecting botulinum toxin A (Dysport) into the groin muscles could relieve chronic pain from adductor tendinopathy (pubalgia) in people who didn't get better with rest, anti-inflammatories, or physical therapy. Only 4 participants were enrolled before th…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Can a simple video ease the fear of breast cancer surgery?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study investigates whether giving patients personalized, secure access to a web platform with an explanatory video about their upcoming breast cancer surgery can lower their anxiety. Participants are women with breast cancer scheduled for lumpectomy, oncoplasty, or mastectom…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Nasal spray could replace needles for sickle cell pain emergencies
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a nasal spray containing a strong painkiller (sufentanil) for adults with sickle cell disease experiencing a painful crisis. The goal was to see if it could provide faster relief than the standard gas mixture (EMONO) before giving morphine through an IV. The tri…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Could a nerve pain drug and exercise ease long COVID fatigue?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tests whether the drug pregabalin, alone or with a rehabilitation program, can reduce chronic fatigue in people with post-COVID syndrome. Participants are adults aged 18 to 65 who had COVID-19 at least six months ago and still feel very tired. The trial compares four g…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Geriatrics, Rheumatology and Rehabilitation, Poland • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Antibiotic after surgery fails to prove pain relief for endometriosis
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether taking a low dose of the antibiotic metronidazole for 14 days after endometriosis surgery could lower pain. It included 78 women aged 18-50 scheduled for surgery. The trial was terminated early, so the results are not conclusive.
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Louisville • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a smartphone app slow ALS decline?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a digital platform (m-Rehab) could help people with ALS who use non-invasive ventilation. The platform included educational content, remote monitoring, and video consultations. The goal was to see if it could slow the loss of physical function and improv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Short radiation course for rectal cancer aims to ease side effects
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a short course of targeted radiation (IMRT) given over one week before surgery for rectal cancer. The goal was to see if this approach could reduce side effects like bowel problems and improve quality of life compared to standard longer treatments. Only 2 people…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Pain drug lyrica put to the test for rare limb condition – but trial stalls
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether adding pregabalin (Lyrica) to standard treatment could reduce pain and improve function in people with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) of the upper limb. Only 14 adults were enrolled before the trial was stopped early. The goal was to see if the dr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: McMaster University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Robot suit aims to ease pain for kids with cerebral palsy
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a motorized orthosis (Innowalk) that mimics walking is better tolerated by children with cerebral palsy than standard standing devices. The trial included 25 children aged 6-16 who had never walked. Researchers measured pain, muscle stiffness, and joint …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lille Catholic University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Parkinson's drug side effect targeted by antioxidant NAC – but trial stalls
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether N-acetylcysteine (NAC), an antioxidant, could help reduce impulse control disorders caused by Parkinson's medications. Only 14 people with mild-to-moderate symptoms were enrolled before the trial was stopped early. The goal was to see if 10 weeks of NAC …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Lavender scent tested to ease Women's pain and anxiety during procedure
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether smelling lavender essential oil before and during an office hysteroscopy (a procedure to look inside the uterus) could lower women's anxiety and pain. Twenty-two women were randomly assigned to inhale either lavender oil or distilled water (placebo). The…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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App aims to get breast cancer patients moving during chemo
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a smartphone app called 'Bouge' to see if it could help women with non-metastatic breast cancer increase their daily steps while on weekly Taxol chemotherapy. The goal was to add 3,000 steps per day over 90 days. Only 23 people enrolled, and the trial was stoppe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Experimental drug K0706 tested for lewy body dementia
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether a drug called K0706 is safe and tolerable for people with Dementia with Lewy Bodies (DLB). Researchers planned to give 45 participants either a low dose, high dose, or placebo for 12 weeks, then check for side effects and measure changes in brain and …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Yoga for pain? tiny trial ends early
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a six-week course of yoga, mindfulness, and breathing exercises could help people with chronic pain feel better and manage stress. Only 5 patients took part before the trial was stopped early. Because it was so small, we cannot say whether these techniqu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: McMaster University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Heart hole closure for migraines? tiny study halted early
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether closing a small hole in the heart (called a PFO) with a device could reduce migraine headaches. It planned to compare the real procedure to a sham (fake) procedure in adults aged 18-55 with frequent migraines. However, the study was stopped early after e…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: W.L.Gore & Associates • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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RSV drug trial for kids under 5 halted early – only 4 children enrolled
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested an oral antiviral drug called obeldesivir in children from birth to under 5 years old who had RSV infection. The goal was to see if the drug is safe and helps reduce symptoms faster. However, the trial was stopped early and only enrolled 4 participants, so the r…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gilead Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New pain block aims to cut opioid use after kidney surgery
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether adding an ultrasound-guided ESP nerve block to standard pain medicine could reduce opioid use and improve pain control after laparoscopic kidney removal for cancer. Ten adults having keyhole kidney surgery were enrolled. The study was stopped early, s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: McMaster University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Pain pill showdown: ultracet vs. voltaren for back inflammation
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study compared two pain medications—Ultracet (tramadol/acetaminophen) and Voltaren (diclofenac)—in people with ankylosing spondylitis who were already taking disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs). The goal was to see which one worked better for pain relief over 8 w…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Johnson & Johnson Taiwan Ltd • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Steroid combo fails to show benefit for UC flares
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether adding high-dose steroid pulses to the usual oral steroid course could help people with moderate ulcerative colitis flares achieve remission without needing other treatments. The trial was terminated early and enrolled 75 adults with left-sided or ext…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Grupo Espanol de Trabajo en Enfermedad de Crohn y Colitis Ulcerosa • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Botox injections may help stroke survivors move their arms better
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study observed 18 chronic stroke patients who received botulinum toxin injections into their elbow muscles as part of routine care. The goal was to see if the injections reduced muscle tightness (spasticity) and improved active arm extension. Researchers measured muscle acti…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New knee pain block fails to prove extra benefit in small trial
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether adding an iPACK nerve block to standard pain treatments (adductor canal block and local injections) helps people feel less pain and recover faster after total knee replacement. Only 10 people were enrolled before the study was stopped early. The goal …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Calgary • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Laser zaps acne? small trial fizzles out
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether a fractional carbon dioxide laser can improve moderate to severe acne in adults aged 18 to 40. Participants received up to 3 laser treatments and were followed for changes in blemish count and skin severity. The trial was terminated early and only enroll…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Brain tumor drug trial fizzles: only 3 patients enrolled
Symptom relief TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested whether brivaracetam, a seizure medication, is safe for people with diffuse gliomas (a type of brain tumor). Only 3 participants were enrolled before the study was terminated. The main goal was to track side effects, not to measure tumor shrinkage or…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Numbing shot may cut opioid need after leg surgery, but trial stalls
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether injecting a long-acting numbing drug (liposomal bupivacaine) during leg artery surgery could lower the amount of narcotics patients need during and after the procedure. The trial planned to enroll adults having elective lower extremity revascularization,…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Stomach surgery shows promise for Drug-Resistant gastroparesis
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a procedure called G-POEM, which uses a scope to cut the pylorus muscle, against a sham surgery in people with severe gastroparesis (stomach paralysis) that did not improve with medication. Only 3 patients enrolled before the study ended early. The goal was to s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Which catheter wins? new study seeks patient preferences
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looks at how adults with bladder problems decide which Coloplast catheter (SpeediCath or Luja) works best for them when they start self-catheterization. Researchers will track satisfaction and challenges over six months. The goal is to help healthcare providers recomme…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Coloplast NV/SA • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 02:00 UTC
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Gene Editing's lasting impact: a 10-Year safety watch
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study checks on people who previously received gene editing for hemophilia B or mucopolysaccharidosis (MPS) I or II. No new treatment is given; instead, participants are monitored for up to 10 years to see if any new health problems or worsening of existing conditions appear…
Sponsor: Sangamo Therapeutics • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a coordinated care team ease the aftermath of intensive care?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis pilot study tests a new approach to supporting people after a stay in the intensive care unit (ICU). Many ICU survivors face ongoing psychological and physical challenges, such as depression, anxiety, and disability. The intervention involves a case manager who coordinates a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Region Stockholm • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New scan may reveal if cancer treatment is working
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study is testing whether a special PET scan called 18F-FSPG can help doctors see how well chemotherapy and radiation are working in people with esophageal cancer. Nine adults with untreated, locally advanced esophageal cancer will get the scan before and during treatment. Th…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists dive into rare cholesterol disorders to uncover clues
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looks at rare genetic disorders where the body can't make cholesterol properly, which can cause birth defects and learning problems. Researchers collect blood, urine, and tissue samples from affected people and their families to learn more about these conditions. The g…
Sponsor: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood protein clues could personalize breast cancer care
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study investigates whether levels of certain blood proteins—VEGF, soluble HER2, and VCAM-1—change over time in women with hormone-insensitive breast cancer. It compares women who receive maintenance chemotherapy with those who do not, and also looks at whether these protein …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: ETOP IBCSG Partners Foundation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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MRI might reveal hidden pancreatic risks in obesity
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study investigates whether MRI can detect early signs of pancreatic damage linked to obesity and metabolic syndrome, which are risk factors for pancreatic cancer. Researchers will compare MRI images with tissue samples from patients undergoing pancreatic surgery, as well as …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New tool could help stroke survivors regain social connection
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aims to create a tool to assess how well people understand tone of voice (prosody) after a right-sided stroke. Over half of right-stroke patients have trouble with prosody, which can affect social interactions and quality of life. Researchers will test 150 participants…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists block insulin to uncover blood sugar secrets
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aims to understand how much insulin the body actually needs to keep blood sugar normal. Ten adults with obesity and high insulin levels will take a drug called diazoxide, which stops the pancreas from making insulin. Researchers will then measure their fasting blood su…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fat Tissue's hidden powerhouse: location may shape metabolism
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study investigates how the location of fat tissue in the body—under the skin versus around the organs—affects the function of mitochondria, the energy-producing parts of cells. Researchers will collect small samples of fat tissue from patients undergoing certain abdominal su…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Biopsies may reveal why some cancers respond to immunotherapy
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study is looking at whether tumor biopsies can help predict which patients with melanoma, non-small cell lung cancer, or head and neck cancer will respond to immunotherapy drugs called PD-1 or PD-L1 inhibitors. Researchers will collect tissue samples from about 152 adults be…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: UNICANCER • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a blood chemical explain bone pain in breast cancer?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looks at whether levels of histamine, a chemical in the blood, are linked to bone pain in people with breast cancer that has spread to the bones. Researchers will collect blood samples from participants and compare histamine levels with pain scores, including in those …
Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart valve repair may unlock better drug dosing for heart failure
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis registry tracks people with severe functional mitral regurgitation and heart failure who undergo a minimally invasive mitral valve repair called M-TEER. The goal is to see whether the repair allows patients to tolerate higher, guideline-recommended doses of heart failure med…
Sponsor: Institut für Pharmakologie und Präventive Medizin • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple blood test track nerve damage? a study investigates NT-3 levels in neuropathy.
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study measures levels of a protein called NT-3 in the blood of people with peripheral neuropathy or Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. Researchers will compare these levels with measures of muscle strength, mobility, and daily function. The goal is to see whether NT-3 levels corre…
Sponsor: Zarife Sahenk • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can 3D motion capture reveal hidden breathing problems after esophageal cancer surgery?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study investigates how chest wall movement and lung function change in people who had open surgery for esophageal cancer more than a year ago, compared to healthy volunteers. Researchers use a 3D motion capture system and wearable sensors to track chest movement during breat…
Sponsor: Imperial College London • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a genetic marker guide future cancer therapies in taiwan?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study is measuring how often a specific genetic marker (HLA-A*02:01) and a cancer-related protein (NY-ESO-1) appear in Taiwanese patients with solid tumors like head and neck, liver, lung, breast, and esophageal cancers. By understanding these frequencies, researchers hope t…
Sponsor: PharmaEssentia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can 3D image fusion make angioplasty safer by cutting radiation?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis trial investigates whether using 3D image fusion during iliac angioplasty reduces the amount of radiation patients receive compared to standard practice. The study involves 37 adults with iliac artery narrowing who need angioplasty. Researchers will measure radiation exposur…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: GCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain electrode recordings during awake surgery could sharpen tumor removal
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study investigates whether recording brain electrical activity during awake surgery can help identify networks involved in thinking and language. In people with glial brain tumors located in critical functional areas, surgeons place electrode grids on the brain before waking…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: GCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tiny study scratches surface of heart attack complication
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at why some people who have a heart attack develop extra fluid around the heart (pericardial effusion). Researchers planned to use MRI scans to see if the amount of fluid was linked to other health factors and to survival one year later. Only 3 people took part …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: GCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New PET tracer could spot dangerous plaques before they cause strokes
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study compares a new imaging tracer, 68Ga-NODAGA-RGD, with standard methods (FDG-PET, MRI, ultrasound) to detect inflamed plaques in the carotid arteries. Twenty people scheduled for plaque-removal surgery will receive the tracer and undergo scans. The goal is to see which t…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Lausanne Hospitals • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Dopamine may unclog lymphatic system in rare heart complication
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looks at whether dopamine can improve lymph flow in people who developed protein-losing enteropathy (PLE) after Fontan surgery for single-ventricle heart disease. PLE is a serious complication where proteins leak into the gut, possibly due to poor lymphatic function. R…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain scans reveal why dementia changes personality
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study investigates how Alzheimer's disease and frontotemporal dementia alter a person's sense of self and ability to understand others. Researchers will compare patients with healthy older adults using questionnaires and brain imaging. The goal is to link changes in self-awa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Aged heart cells may hold clues to heart disease progression after attack
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looks at whether heart cells that age rapidly after a heart attack release harmful proteins that make heart disease worse. Researchers will collect blood and heart tissue samples from people undergoing coronary artery bypass surgery after a recent heart attack or for s…
Sponsor: South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hidden heart rhythm disorder may be behind many unexplained strokes
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looks at people who had a stroke or mini-stroke with no known cause (cryptogenic stroke). Researchers want to see if a small device implanted under the skin, called an implantable loop recorder, can detect hidden atrial fibrillation — an irregular heart rhythm that can…
Sponsor: University of Valencia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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How does a blood disorder drug perform in everyday practice?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looks at how the drug luspatercept is used in real-world clinics for patients with lower-risk myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) or beta-thalassemia. Researchers will track patient characteristics, treatments, and outcomes like reduced need for blood transfusions. The goa…
Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Diabetes and antibiotics: a risky mix for the heart?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looks at how high blood sugar combined with a medication called moxifloxacin (an antibiotic known to affect heart rhythm) impacts the heart's electrical activity in people with insulin-resistant type 2 diabetes. Researchers will measure changes in heart tracings (ECGs)…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Richmond Pharmacology Limited • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Why kidney disease drains your strength: scientists probe muscle fatigue
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study investigates why people with advanced chronic kidney disease (stages 3b to 5) often feel tired and weak. Researchers measure handgrip strength and muscle electrical signals in patients aged 60 and older, comparing them to healthy individuals of the same age and sex. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier le Mans • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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What drives cancer patients to try alternative therapies? a new survey seeks answers
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study surveys colorectal cancer patients about their use of complementary and alternative medicines (CAM), such as acupuncture, homeopathy, or dietary supplements. Researchers aim to understand which patients use CAM, why, and how it might affect their quality of life and ca…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Real-World data on brain aneurysm device could improve patient safety
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study observes people who have already been treated with the Pipeline Embolization Device for brain aneurysms. Researchers track neurological complications like stroke or bleeding to better understand the device's safety in everyday use. The goal is to expand knowledge on ho…
Sponsor: Medtronic Neurovascular Clinical Affairs • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Biopsy tolerance study ends early – what we know
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to understand how well patients tolerate biopsies for autoimmune diseases and whether they feel properly informed. It planned to enroll 505 people but was terminated early. The results may help improve patient experience with these common procedures.
Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Prostate cancer treatment may change how men process common sleep aid
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis pilot study looked at how the sleep drug zolpidem (Ambien) is processed in men with prostate cancer before and after they start hormone therapy that lowers testosterone. Researchers compared these results to healthy women, since women are known to have higher drug levels. Th…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New MRI scans reveal hidden brain changes after first MS symptoms
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study used a special MRI technique to look at tiny brain changes in people who recently had a first episode of symptoms that could lead to multiple sclerosis (MS). Researchers compared 84 participants (patients and healthy controls) to see if early memory problems are linked…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Newborn death prediction tool for early membrane rupture falls short
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tried to create a score that doctors could use before birth to predict whether a newborn would die after the mother's water broke very early (between 22 and 28 weeks of pregnancy). The researchers looked back at medical records of 34 women to find factors that might pr…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Liver damage study in head and neck cancer abandoned after just 2 patients
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to find out how often liver fibrosis and cirrhosis occur in people with head and neck cancer, since tobacco and alcohol are risk factors for both. Researchers planned to check liver health using exams and imaging. However, the study was stopped early after only 2…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Alcohol and cirrhosis: can a quick test spot brain problems?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a short test called BEARNI could detect alcohol-related cognitive impairments (like memory and thinking problems) in people with alcoholic cirrhosis. The researchers planned to enroll patients with cirrhosis, but the study was stopped early after only o…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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HIV patients may age faster: study probes skin, muscle, and bone health
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study compared signs of aging in 123 HIV-infected adults to the general population. Researchers measured bone density, muscle strength, skin changes, and thinking abilities. The goal was to understand if HIV speeds up aging in these areas. No new treatment was tested; it was…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Tiny study on diuretics after heart surgery ends early
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at how diuretics (water pills) affect kidney and heart function in people who just had heart surgery. The goal was to see if removing extra fluid changes how well the kidneys and right side of the heart work. Only 9 people took part, and the study was stopped ea…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Skin microbes linked to vitiligo and immunotherapy reactions in melanoma patients
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study explores whether the community of bacteria living on the skin (the skin microbiome) plays a role in vitiligo—a condition that causes white patches—and in side effects from anti-PD-1 immunotherapy for advanced melanoma. Researchers will collect skin swabs from people wi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Could home blood tests transform hemophilia care? study seeks patient views
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at how patients with hemophilia A or those on blood thinners feel about monitoring their blood clotting at home. Researchers interviewed 19 people to understand their needs and hopes for a new device that could measure clotting factors. The goal was to gather in…
Sponsor: Radboud University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New ventilation technique tested in ICU patients with severe lung failure
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis trial tested a new way of using a breathing machine (flow-controlled ventilation) against the standard method (pressure-controlled ventilation) in 15 ICU patients with moderate to severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). The goal was to see if the new method uses l…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Erasmus Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New study explores simple tests to replace colonoscopies for colitis patients
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to see if certain substances in stool and blood can predict whether the gut lining has healed in people with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis. Researchers planned to measure these markers in 62 adults before and after treatment. The study was terminated earl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Hysterectomy study abandoned after just one patient
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to compare how often women could go home the same day after a hysterectomy using three different minimally invasive techniques: vNOTES (through the vagina), conventional laparoscopy, and robot-assisted laparoscopy. The trial was terminated early after enrolling o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Elsan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can brain training help depressed young adults stop ruminating?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested whether real-time fMRI neurofeedback could help young adults with major depression reduce repetitive negative thinking. Participants received either real or fake feedback while their brain activity was monitored. The trial was terminated early, so the findings a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Laureate Institute for Brain Research, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Heart attack aftermath: can a PET scan predict who will develop heart failure?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to understand why some people develop heart failure after a heart attack. Researchers used special PET scans and blood tests to measure blood vessel function and scarring in the heart muscle of 30 patients who had a first heart attack. The goal was to see if thes…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Laughing gas linked to nerve damage in young users
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked back at 20 young people who came to the hospital with nerve problems after using nitrous oxide (laughing gas) for fun. Researchers measured muscle strength, balance, and disability to understand how the gas harms the nervous system. The goal was to learn more ab…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Tiny study hopes to predict blood cancer risk from genetic mutations
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to find genetic mutations in people with idiopathic cytopenia of undetermined significance (ICUS), a condition of unexplained low blood cell counts. Researchers wanted to see if these mutations are similar to those found in myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), a type …
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Stroke study seeks brain regions to boost arm healing
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to identify brain areas outside the main motor region that help arm recovery after a severe stroke. Researchers followed 28 patients over time, using MRI and movement tracking to see which brain areas became active as arm function improved. The goal was to find n…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Tiny implant zaps nerves to boost stroke rehab
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested whether a small implanted device that stimulates the vagus nerve could improve arm and hand function in people who had a stroke at least a year ago. Four participants received either real or sham stimulation paired with physical therapy. The goal was to see how …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Could a common virus trigger thyroid troubles?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study investigated whether polyomaviruses (a type of common virus) are found more often in people with autoimmune thyroiditis or goiters. Researchers compared virus presence in blood, urine, and thyroid tissue from 49 patients undergoing thyroid surgery. The goal was to see …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Simple blood test may predict Post-Surgery clot risk
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis pilot study aimed to see if a blood test called thromboelastography (TEG) and platelet mapping could predict clotting or bleeding complications after non-cardiac surgery. The study included 200 patients who were taking aspirin or clopidogrel for at least 10 days before elect…
Sponsor: McMaster University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Brain and eye clues to emotion recognition in autism and psychosis
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to understand why people with autism or schizophrenia sometimes struggle to recognize emotions on faces. Researchers used brain wave recordings (EEG) and eye-tracking to see how participants processed facial expressions. The study included people with autism, sch…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hôpital le Vinatier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Brain zapping study halted early – what it means for mental health
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at how noninvasive brain stimulation techniques like rTMS, tDCS, and ECT change BDNF levels in people with depression or schizophrenia. Researchers took blood samples before and after stimulation to measure BDNF, a protein linked to brain health. The study was t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hôpital le Vinatier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Does Dad's smoking harm fertility? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at how a man's smoking habits might affect a couple's ability to have a baby. Researchers compared fertile and infertile couples, measuring smoking markers like carbon monoxide and cotinine in blood, semen, and hair. The goal was to understand if smoking damages…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Tiny hairs in fallopian tubes may hold key to ectopic pregnancy
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looks at the tiny hair-like structures (cilia) inside the fallopian tubes of women who have had surgery to remove a tube or uterus. Researchers want to see if differences in these cilia help explain why some women have ectopic pregnancies (when a fertilized egg grows o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal Creteil • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Study checks if stopping a drug made polyps grow faster
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study reviewed medical records of 42 people with familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) who had previously taken the drug erlotinib. Researchers wanted to see how quickly the disease progressed after the drug was stopped. The goal was to better understand what happens when tre…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Scientists probe Brain's consciousness switch during anesthesia
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at how anesthesia changes brain activity in people with Parkinson's disease or essential tremor who were already scheduled for deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery. Researchers recorded brain signals during a short period of anesthesia to understand which circui…
Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Hip replacement study halted early: what it means for pelvic movement
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to see how total hip replacement changes the way the pelvic bone moves during daily activities like sitting and standing. Researchers used an ultrasound device to measure pelvic tilt in 15 people with hip arthritis before and after surgery. The study was terminat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Scientists dive into cells to unravel costello Syndrome's secrets
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study collects small skin samples from children aged 2 to 17 with Costello syndrome or a related condition. Researchers will analyze the cells to understand how a mutation in the HRAS gene affects energy use and mitochondria. The goal is to learn more about the disease's und…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Tiny study on eye pressure fluctuation in glaucoma patients ends early
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to measure how eye volume changes (a sign of pressure fluctuation) before and after cataract surgery in patients with exfoliative glaucoma, a type of glaucoma common in Brittany. Only 6 adults were enrolled before the study was terminated. The goal was to see if …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New radiofrequency skin treatment studied for safety
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested a radiofrequency-based treatment on the skin of healthy volunteers and people with hidradenitis suppurativa (a painful skin condition). The main goal was to see if the treatment is safe and tolerable. The study was stopped early, but it aimed to understand how t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Smart soles could track walking trouble in nerve disease
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested whether special insoles with pressure sensors (FEETME®) can accurately measure walking speed in people with CIDP, a nerve condition that causes walking difficulties. Researchers compared the insoles to a standard walkway system in 18 adults aged 18-75 with CIDP.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Anesthesia drug study halted after just 3 patients
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to see if skipping a type of muscle relaxant during general anesthesia could lower the risk of serious lung complications in high-risk surgery patients. The trial was terminated early after enrolling only 3 participants, so no meaningful conclusions can be drawn.…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Which IV fluid is safer for heat stroke? study investigates
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether using Ringer's lactate instead of normal saline during emergency treatment for heat stroke could reduce the risk of acute kidney injury. Researchers planned to enroll 104 adults diagnosed with heat stroke, giving one group standard saline and the othe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Antibiotic resistance explored in myeloma stem cell transplants
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to find out how common antibiotic resistance is in multiple myeloma patients receiving a stem cell transplant. Researchers planned to collect data from 124 adults to help design future studies on preventing infections. The study was stopped early, so results are …
Sponsor: Hackensack Meridian Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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PTSD drug safety study halted early: what we know
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis small Phase 2 study aimed to test the safety and dosing of an intravenous drug called allopregnanolone (also known as brexanolone) in 11 people with chronic PTSD. The trial was terminated before completion, so results are limited. The main goal was to monitor sedation levels…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Boston University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Blood vessel test may predict heart attack risk
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether measuring a natural clot-busting substance (t-PA) released from heart arteries could predict future heart attacks or death in people with mild to moderate coronary artery disease. Researchers gave a small dose of bradykinin into the heart artery durin…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Vanderbilt University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Can a stomach stent predict who gets better? small study tests new approach for gastroparesis
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested whether placing a temporary metal stent in the stomach outlet could predict if a patient with severe gastroparesis would later benefit from a permanent procedure called GPOEM. Only 8 adults with gastroparesis that didn't improve with standard treatments took par…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Robot-Assisted brain biopsy study ends early – only 4 patients enrolled
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether a robotic navigation device can help doctors take brain biopsies accurately. The goal was to see if the robot could achieve a 90% success rate in getting a clear tissue sample. Only 4 people with brain tumors took part before the study was stopped. Th…
Sponsor: Brainlab AG • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New imaging technique could let doctors see lung Cancer's inner workings in real time
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis early-phase study tested whether two optical imaging agents could be used during a bronchoscopy to visualize activated neutrophils and a cancer-related protein called c-MET in lung tumors. Five participants with lung cancer received the agents through a special catheter whil…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Edinburgh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Wearable tag aims to spot heart failure patients at risk of returning to hospital
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis pilot study tested whether a small wearable sensor called the Spire Health Tag could reliably track heart rate, activity, sleep, and stress in heart failure patients after they leave the hospital. The goal was to see if the device could capture useful data for at least 80% o…
Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Tiny study probes how heart rebounds after brief artery blockage
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at how the heart's pumping function recovers after a short, controlled blockage of a coronary artery using a balloon. Six adults with stable coronary artery disease undergoing angioplasty had a balloon inflated in their artery for 90 seconds. Researchers measure…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vastra Gotaland Region • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Heart surgery oxygen study halted after just 6 patients
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to understand how oxygen delivery changes during heart surgery when a heart-lung machine is used. Researchers wanted to create a computer model to help doctors personalize oxygen levels for each patient, potentially reducing complications like kidney injury. Only…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC