Endocrine system disorder
MONDO:0005151A disease involving the endocrine system.
Also known as: disease of endocrine system, disease or disorder of endocrine system, disorder of endocrine system, endocrine disease, endocrine disorder, endocrine system disease, endocrine system disease or disorder, endocrine system disorder
11776 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Can a single shot build a cancer army inside the body?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Not yet recruitingThis trial tests an experimental gene therapy called UB-VV400, designed to instruct a person's own cells to become CAR T cells that target CD22 on B-cell cancers. It is given together with rapamycin, a drug that may help the therapy work better. The study enrolls adults with rela…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Umoja Biopharma • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a pill restore the Body's tumor suppressor to fight multiple cancers?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing an experimental oral drug, LG00313112, in people with advanced solid tumors that carry a specific genetic change called TP53 Y220C. The drug aims to restore the function of the p53 protein, which normally helps stop cancer growth. The study includes adults w…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: LG Chem • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gene therapy aims to cure Transfusion-Dependent thalassemia in a single shot
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests a one-time gene therapy called HGI-001 in people with transfusion-dependent β-thalassemia, a severe blood disorder that requires regular blood transfusions. The therapy takes the patient's own blood stem cells, modifies them outside the body to produce he…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, Hong Kong • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Patient's own immune cells be supercharged to fight ovarian cancer?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing whether a personalized cell therapy can help women with ovarian cancer that has returned. Doctors will remove a tumor, extract immune cells called tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs), and boost them in the lab before infusing them back into the patient. Af…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ultra-Fast CAR-T cells aim to beat back tough lymphomas
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether a new CAR-T cell therapy called UF-KURE19 can effectively treat adults with relapsed or refractory B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphomas, including large B-cell lymphoma, follicular lymphoma, and marginal zone lymphoma. The therapy is made from a patient's…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kure Cells, INC • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Rowing and cycling: a new exercise combo to fight diabetes inflammation?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether different combinations of rowing and cycling exercise can reduce inflammation and improve blood sugar control in people newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Participants, aged 18-60 and not yet on medication, will be assigned to one of five exercise prog…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The 95th Hospital of Putian,Putian, Fujian, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can tailored hepatitis c drugs cure infection in kidney patients?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis clinical trial aims to find the safest and most effective hepatitis C treatment for people with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Researchers will compare two drug combinations based on how well the kidneys are working: one for patients with moderate kidney function and another …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Electric pulse therapy in the gut: a new hope for type 2 diabetes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing an experimental procedure called pulsENDO therapy for adults with type 2 diabetes whose blood sugar is not well controlled with current medications. The procedure uses a thin tube to deliver gentle electric pulses to the lining of the small intestine, aiming…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Endogenex, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can diet plus inositol or metformin tame insulin resistance in PCOS?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether adding inositol or metformin to either a Mediterranean or low-carbohydrate diet improves insulin resistance in obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). About 90 to 102 participants will be randomly assigned to one of six groups and followed for …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dicle University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Electric zaps to the gut could tame diabetes and fatty liver
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a procedure called pulsENDO that uses mild electric pulses to regenerate the lining of the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine). The goal is to improve blood sugar control and reduce fat buildup in the liver for people with type 2 diabetes and fatty l…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Which drug works best for cirrhosis patients with bleeding and kidney trouble?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two drugs, terlipressin and somatostatin, in 64 adults with liver cirrhosis who have acute gastrointestinal bleeding and acute kidney injury. Both drugs are given intravenously for up to 5 days. The main goal is to see which drug better reverses kidney injury.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: General Hospital of Shenyang Military Region • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Could a dye given days before surgery help doctors spot hidden tumors?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving a dye called Cytalux a few days before surgery works as well as giving it closer to the operation. The dye makes tumors glow under a special light, helping surgeons remove them more completely. About 106 adults with suspected lung cancer or confirm…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: On Target Laboratories, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Liver tumors targeted directly: old pump, new drug
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a drug called carfilzomib, given directly to the liver through an implanted pump, is safe for people whose colon, adrenal, or bile duct cancer has spread to the liver and persists after prior pump therapy. Participants receive weekly infusions of the drug…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take aim at deadly lung cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a new therapy for people with advanced small cell lung cancer or similar neuroendocrine cancers that have not responded to prior treatment. The approach involves collecting a patient's own immune cells, modifying them in a lab to recognize a protein c…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Radioactive drug targets Hard-to-Treat thyroid cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a radioactive drug called 177Lu-DOTA-EB-TATE in 18 adults with a rare thyroid cancer (Hurthle cell) that has spread and not responded to standard radioactive iodine treatment. The drug is designed to seek out and attach to cancer cells. Participants will receive …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can a new targeted drug boost Chemotherapy's power against pancreatic cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether adding an investigational drug called telisotuzumab adizutecan to standard chemotherapy can help people with pancreatobiliary cancers, including pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. Participants will receive either the new combination or standar…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Which wound dressing best protects knee replacements?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial compares three different negative-pressure wound dressings (NPseal, PICO, and Prevena) applied after total knee replacement surgery. The study enrolls adults at higher risk for wound problems, such as those with diabetes, obesity, or chronic kidney disease. Participant…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can tiny electric acupuncture needles help women with low egg reserve conceive?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether electro-thumbtack needle (ETN) therapy, a form of acupuncture with mild electrical stimulation, can improve the live birth rate in women with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR) undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF). About 406 women with DOR will be random…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can a new drug shrink Hard-to-Treat tumors?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental drug called ATX-898 in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed by surgery. The trial has two parts: first, ATX-898 is given alone to find the safest dose; second, it is combined with other anti-cancer drugs to see i…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Antares Therapeutics, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug targets pancreatic cancer before surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a drug called samuraciclib in 15 people with localized pancreatic cancer that can be surgically removed. Participants will take the drug for about two weeks before their planned surgery. Researchers will check safety and look for changes in tumor cell…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can Long-Term tucatinib use remain safe for HER2-Positive cancers?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study offers continued access to tucatinib, an oral targeted therapy, for people with HER2-positive cancers (including breast, cervical, and lung) who were already benefiting from the drug in a previous Pfizer-sponsored trial. The main goal is to monitor long-term safety and…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New device could keep donor livers healthier before transplant
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a device that keeps donor livers cool and oxygenated before transplant, aiming to reduce early liver problems. About 215 first-time liver transplant patients will receive a liver preserved with this method. The goal is to see if it lowers the risk of early graft …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: XVIVO Perfusion • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a natural grain-bran supplement free type 2 diabetes patients from daily pills?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether adding Hebenrun, a functional food made from natural grain bran, to standard metformin treatment helps people with type 2 diabetes achieve better blood sugar control. About 110 adults with type 2 diabetes will be randomly assigned to take either metformin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug shrink Hard-to-Treat gynecological tumors?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial is testing an investigational drug called BL-M09D1 in people with advanced gynecological cancers (such as ovarian, cervical, or endometrial cancer) and other solid tumors that have progressed despite standard treatment. The drug is given by intravenous infusio…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sichuan Baili Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a weekly shot reverse type 2 diabetes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether mazdutide, a weekly injection, can help people with type 2 diabetes achieve normal blood sugar levels—a state called remission. Participants are adults with type 2 diabetes who are not well controlled on diet, exercise, or a single medication. They receiv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yanbing Li • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Dual-Action antibody boost chemo against bile duct cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing whether adding ivonescimab to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and cisplatin) works better than the usual chemo-immunotherapy combination for people with advanced biliary tract cancer. Ivonescimab is a special antibody that targets two proteins: one that h…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can sound waves supercharge immunotherapy against bile duct cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing whether adding a non-invasive ultrasound treatment called histotripsy to the immunotherapy drug durvalumab can strengthen the body's immune response against advanced intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma, a type of bile duct cancer. Histotripsy uses focused sound …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new stomach and gut bypass surgery tackle obesity and diabetes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests a new laparoscopic procedure called SIBS, which combines sleeve gastrectomy with a side-to-side connection between the duodenum and ileum, without cutting the duodenum. The goal is to see if the surgery is safe and technically feasible in adults with obesity and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical City for Military and Security Services • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can community health workers help rural patients control diabetes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will see if a program led by community health workers (CHWs) can help people with type 2 diabetes in rural and low-income clinics. About 200 Spanish-speaking Hispanic adults will attend monthly diabetes classes and get weekly check-ins from CHWs. The goal is to see if …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Two-Drug immune attack shrink Hard-to-Treat pancreatic tumors?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether combining two immunotherapy drugs—vilastobart and retifanlimab—can shrink tumors in people with metastatic pancreatic cancer that has a BRCA1, BRCA2, or PALB2 gene mutation. Participants receive both drugs by IV infusion over several months. …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to tame autoimmune hepatitis and cut steroid use
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a drug called inebilizumab in 180 adults with autoimmune hepatitis, a condition where the immune system attacks the liver. The goal is to see if the drug can reduce liver inflammation and allow patients to take lower doses of steroids. Participants will receive e…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A shot at safer CAR t: early brain protection for lymphoma patients?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether giving anti-inflammatory drugs directly into the spinal fluid at the first sign of a brain-related side effect can stop it from becoming severe. The study enrolls adults with non-Hodgkin lymphoma who are receiving CD19 CAR T cell therapy, a treatment that…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a daily pill tame hepatitis d?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 2 trial is testing an experimental oral drug called ABI-6250 in about 80 people with chronic hepatitis D, a serious liver infection. Participants take the pill once daily for 48 weeks. The study aims to see if the drug is safe, how it moves through the body, and whethe…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Assembly Biosciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a daily pill tame rare cancers in teens? new trial investigates
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests the safety of belzutifan, a daily oral tablet, in adolescents with rare solid tumors that cannot be surgically removed or have spread. The study includes three tumor types: pheochromocytoma/paraganglioma (PPGL), wild-type gastrointestinal stromal tumors (…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart diet plan uses glucose monitors to help asian americans tame diabetes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a personalized diet plan, guided by a continuous glucose monitor (CGM), can help Chinese and Vietnamese Americans with type 2 diabetes better control their blood sugar. 120 participants will either receive the adaptive diet program or standard care for 12…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a once-daily pill help children with fatty liver disease?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests an experimental oral drug called resmetirom in children aged 6 to 17 with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) and liver fibrosis. The study aims to evaluate the drug's safety, how the body processes it, and its effects on the liver. Participan…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New team approach aims to simplify care for heart and kidney health
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a 6-month program where patients work with a pharmacist and their primary care doctor to make shared decisions about medications and lifestyle. The goal is to see if this team-based approach improves heart and kidney health scores and medication adherence. The st…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Navy beans take on fatty liver: a diet swap put to the test
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether replacing some of the usual diet with navy beans — without changing total calories — is a practical and acceptable way to help manage metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) in adults with intermediate-stage liver fibrosis. Forty …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug combo shrink liver tumors?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding an experimental drug called SYS6090 to standard cancer treatments can safely and effectively shrink tumors in people with advanced hepatocellular carcinoma, the most common type of liver cancer. Participants will receive SYS6090 combined with bevac…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: CSPC Megalith Biopharmaceutical Co.,Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Muscle-Saving supplement may shield seniors from Weight-Loss drug side effect
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a daily supplement of calcium-HMB plus vitamin D3 can help adults aged 65 to 85 with type 2 diabetes keep their muscle mass and metabolism while starting semaglutide, a common weight-loss and diabetes medication. Participants take the supplement or a plac…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can extra doses of an old drug reverse liver scarring?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether giving praziquantel three times a year, instead of the standard once a year, can improve liver fibrosis (scarring) caused by schistosomiasis in people aged 15-40 in Uganda. Participants with liver fibrosis will be randomly assigned to one of two treatment…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Rhode Island Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ancient wisdom meets modern care: could chinese medicine boost diabetes Self-Management?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot trial tests whether a 4-week group education program that blends Chinese medicine concepts—like body constitution, dietary therapy, and acupressure—with standard diabetes self-management training is feasible and acceptable for adults with type 2 diabetes in Hong Kong. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a spice and a mindset shift ease diabetic nerve pain?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing whether taking a daily Ceylon cinnamon supplement, combined with a structured educational program, can improve blood sugar control, cholesterol levels, and nerve pain in adults with type 2 diabetes and painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy. About 900 partic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jerash Private University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a quick insulin shot stop Steroid-Induced blood sugar spikes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingSteroid injections for knee arthritis can temporarily raise blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. This trial tests whether giving a short course of NPH insulin right after the injection can prevent those high blood sugar episodes. Adults with type 2 diabetes and knee osteoa…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shifa International Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Spanish-language pump training aims to close diabetes tech gap for latino youth
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a culturally tailored, Spanish-language onboarding and support program helps Latino youth aged 10–20 with type 1 diabetes adopt and consistently use the Medtronic MiniMed 780G automated insulin delivery system. Participants receive one-on-one nutrition su…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can Open-Source insulin systems match commercial ones without meal announcements?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether open-source automated insulin delivery (AID) systems can control blood sugar as well as commercial systems in adults with type 1 diabetes, even when meals are not announced. Participants will use both types of systems for four weeks each, with a focus on …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut de Recherches Cliniques de Montreal • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a gel under the gums regrow bone in diabetic gum disease?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether applying a gel containing either metformin or zoledronate under the gums can improve healing of bone defects caused by periodontitis in people with well-controlled type 2 diabetes. Participants receive standard deep-cleaning treatment, and some also get o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Text messages and nurses: a new strategy to tackle hypertension in tanzania?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether combining nurse-delivered care with text message check-ins and support can help adults with uncontrolled high blood pressure lower their blood pressure and improve diabetes management. Participants receive either usual care or the enhanced support, which …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Queen's University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A pill for diabetes? new oral drug aims to rival injections
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial is testing whether an experimental oral medication, DA-302168S, can help people with type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar. The study will compare the drug against a placebo in about 272 adults who are already taking metformin. Researchers will measure cha…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Chendu DIAO Pharmaceutical Group CO., LTD. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New trial aims to match diabetes drugs to patients for better heart and kidney protection
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial will test two drugs, finerenone and sotagliflozin, in 57 people with type 1 diabetes who are at risk for heart and kidney problems. The goal is to see if matching the right drug to each person's specific diabetes subtype can improve early signs of heart and kid…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Oregon Health and Science University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a weekly shot tame blood sugar in type 2 diabetes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial asks whether survodutide, an investigational weekly injection, can help adults with type 2 diabetes lower their blood sugar more than a placebo. Around 600 participants, who also follow diet and exercise or take standard diabetes medications (including insulin)…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a 'Smart Bomb' drug outsmart recurrent ovarian cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing whether a new drug called raludotatug deruxtecan (R-DXd), given alone or with bevacizumab, can help people with advanced ovarian cancer live longer and delay cancer growth compared to standard chemotherapy. The study includes adults with high-grade serous or…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a lung drug tame the pain of chronic pancreatitis?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether pirfenidone, a drug already used for lung scarring, can help people with chronic pancreatitis—a long-term inflammation of the pancreas that causes severe pain. The study will enroll 60 adults with chronic pancreatitis and moderate-to-severe p…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Vikas Dudeja • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study: can a smart glucose sensor improve diabetes control after hospital stay?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two ways to manage diabetes after hospital discharge: using a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) versus standard fingerstick checks. About 64 adults with type 2 or steroid-induced diabetes who need insulin after leaving the hospital will wear a sensor for 28 day…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A new procedure may offer relief for Cirrhosis-Related fluid buildup
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a procedure called proximal splenic artery embolization (PSAE) can reduce the need for repeated fluid drainage in adults with cirrhosis and ascites that no longer responds to water pills and diet. Participants will undergo a one-time procedure where small…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Two-Drug combo outsmart pancreatic cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests an experimental oral drug called SNV1521, a PARP inhibitor, combined with the RAS-targeting medicine daraxonrasib in adults with pancreatic cancer that cannot be surgically removed or has spread. The main goals are to find safe and tolerable doses of …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Synnovation Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a phone app help older hearts? chile trial aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests NeoMayor, a smartphone app that gives personalized advice on exercise, diet, sleep, and mood to improve heart health. Researchers will enroll 240 adults aged 55 to 75 in Chile who are at risk for heart problems. Participants use the app for 4 months, and some als…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Chile • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can extending exercise coaching boost Long-Term activity in type 2 diabetes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether extending a 6-month exercise coaching program to 12 months helps people with type 2 diabetes maintain a healthier activity level. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the standard 6-month program or an extended version with sessions every two …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a higher dose of digestive enzymes better restore gut health after surgery?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial asks whether a higher dose of an enzyme pill (Oryz-Aspergillus enzyme and pancreatin) can better ease digestive symptoms in adults who have had stomach or pancreas surgery. Participants will take either a high or low dose with meals for four weeks. The study tracks cha…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a targeted drug shrink Hard-to-Treat thymic tumors?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial is testing whether an experimental drug called sacituzumab tirumotecan (Sac-TMT) can shrink tumors in people with thymic carcinoma that cannot be surgically removed and has already been treated with platinum-based chemotherapy. Participants receive the drug in…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Center, Japan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Specialist dream team takes on heart disease and diabetes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a special clinic where heart, kidney, diabetes, and liver doctors work together can help people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease get better control of their blood pressure and cholesterol. About 150 adults will be randomly assigned to either usual c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Liver cancer trial aims to boost immunotherapy with targeted chemo
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding a targeted chemo procedure (TACE) to standard immunotherapy can improve outcomes for people with unresectable liver cancer. About 90 participants will receive either atezolizumab/bevacizumab or durvalumab/tremelimumab plus TACE. The goal is…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New drug combo aims to stall ovarian cancer in patients without common DNA repair flaw
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial tests whether the experimental drug mocertatug rezetecan (Mo-Rez), given alone or with bevacizumab, can delay cancer progression better than standard observation or bevacizumab alone in people with newly diagnosed advanced ovarian cancer that does not have a ho…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Daily vitamin pills may sharpen teen minds and strengthen bones, large trial tests
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether giving adolescent girls a daily multiple micronutrient supplement (with or without extra nutrients) improves their growth, brain function, bone health, and overall well-being compared to the standard weekly iron-folic acid pill. About 3,000 girls aged 10–…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New radiation drug targets tough cancers in early trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early study tests a new drug (177Lu-DTPA-SC16.56) that delivers radiation directly to cancer cells in people with small-cell lung cancer or neuroendocrine prostate cancer that has come back after standard chemotherapy. The main goal is to find the safest dose and see if the …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Gene test may guide smarter chemo for pancreatic cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial tests whether choosing chemotherapy based on a specific gene mutation (SMAD4) can improve outcomes for people with pancreatic cancer that is or may be surgically removable. The SMAD4 gene normally acts as a brake on tumor growth, but when it's mutated, tumors …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a Dual-Action drug combo outsmart advanced liver cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether combining an experimental immunotherapy (SHR-1701) with a targeted therapy (apatinib) can shrink tumors in people with advanced liver cancer that has progressed after initial treatment. About 80 adults with unresectable or metastatic hepatoce…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a breast cancer combo be safer for diabetics?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing whether a combination of drugs—inavolisib plus fulvestrant, with or without palbociclib—is safe for people with a specific type of advanced breast cancer (HR+, HER2-negative) that has a PIK3CA mutation, and who also have type 2 diabetes. The main focus is on…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Two-Drug combo keep fighting a rare ovarian cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study offers continued access to an experimental combination of two oral drugs—avutometinib and defactinib—for people with recurrent low-grade serous ovarian cancer (LGSOC) who have already been benefiting from this treatment in a prior study. The goal is to allow uninterrup…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Verastem, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a common supplement shrink fatty liver in a rare diabetes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether taking coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) for 12 weeks can reduce fat buildup in the liver of people with mitochondrial diabetes, a rare form of diabetes caused by mitochondrial dysfunction. Participants with the m.3243A>G mutation will take 300 mg of CoQ10 daily, and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The 95th Hospital of Putian,Putian, Fujian, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug duo aims to boost immune attack on tough cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a combination of two experimental drugs, obrixtamig and ZL-1310, designed to help the immune system fight cancer. It is for adults with advanced small cell lung cancer or other neuroendocrine cancers. The trial has two parts: the first finds a safe dose of the tw…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a pill tame diabetes and obesity together?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing an experimental oral medication called TQF3250 in people with type 2 diabetes who are also overweight or obese. The drug is designed to mimic a natural hormone that helps control blood sugar and appetite. The study aims to see if the drug is safe, tolerable,…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Chia Tai Tianqing Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a single extra insulin dose speed up blood sugar control?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests different ways to start once-weekly insulin icodec in adults with type 2 diabetes who haven't used insulin recently. Participants are randomly assigned to one of three starting-dose methods: a fixed dose, a dose based on their fasting blood sugar, or a dose based…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Xi'an International Medical Center Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a 'No-Touch' microwave technique match surgery for liver tumors?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at three ways to treat subcapsular hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), a type of liver cancer near the surface of the liver. It compares two minimally invasive microwave ablation methods—one that avoids piercing the tumor and one that does—against traditional surgica…
Sponsor: The First Hospital of Jilin University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can matching cancer drugs to tumor genes prevent biliary tract cancer return?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial is testing whether giving targeted therapies that match specific genetic abnormalities in a person's tumor can delay or prevent biliary tract cancer from coming back after surgery. Participants will have their tumor tested for certain markers, and if found, the…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: UNICANCER • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Bee glue and sound waves: new hope for diabetic wounds?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using ultrasound to push propolis (a natural bee product) into the skin can help heal diabetic foot ulcers faster. Eighty adults with diabetes and foot ulcers will either get propolis plus ultrasound or standard wound care for 4 weeks. The goal is to see …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sinai University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Testosterone may rebuild strength after spinal cord injury — trial puts it to the test
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether testosterone therapy can help men with spinal cord injury who have low testosterone and difficulty walking. The goal is to see if it increases muscle and bone in the legs, reduces body fat, and improves strength. Some participants also receive finasteride…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Heat-and-Freeze treatment plus a vaccine outsmart pancreatic cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing a novel combination for people with metastatic pancreatic cancer that has progressed after standard first-line chemotherapy. The approach combines a device that alternately freezes and heats the tumor (multimodal thermal therapy) with a personalized …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ruijin Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a targeted antibody stop severe hepatitis from destroying Children's livers?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a medicine called emapalumab, which calms a specific part of the immune system, can prevent liver failure in children aged 1 year and older with severe hepatitis that hasn't improved with steroids. The study includes a screening group to observe all sever…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Children's Healthcare of Atlanta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a virtual program and wearable sensor tame type 2 diabetes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether combining a virtual diabetes self-management program with continuous glucose monitoring is practical and well-liked by adults with type 2 diabetes. Twenty participants will attend a 9-week virtual program and wear a glucose sensor for up to 22 weeks to tr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northwell Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood thinner may stop organ failure in pancreatitis patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving the blood thinner heparin early can prevent organ failure in people hospitalized with acute pancreatitis. The inflammation from pancreatitis can cause tiny blood clots that damage organs like the lungs and kidneys. Half of the 100 participants will…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Allied Hospital Faisalabad • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug shrink Hard-to-Treat adrenal tumors?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether the drug ivonescimab can help control advanced or metastatic adrenal cancers, specifically adrenocortical carcinoma (ACC) and pheochromocytoma/paraganglioma (PPGL), that have not responded to prior treatment. About 20 adults with these rare c…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Two-Drug combo outsmart resistant ovarian cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether combining two drugs—mirvetuximab soravtansine and suvemcitug—can help people with a type of ovarian cancer that has stopped responding to platinum-based chemotherapy. The study will enroll 20 adults with FRα-positive, platinum-resistant recur…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Peking University Third Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a single dose of zoledronic acid safely treat bone loss in dialysis patients?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates how the drug zoledronic acid is processed in the body of people with chronic kidney disease who are on dialysis and also have osteoporosis. It aims to find the best dose—either 2.5 mg or 5 mg—given as a single intravenous injection during a dialysis sessio…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Campinas, Brazil • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a targeted drug combo outperform standard chemo for tough lung cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing whether a new experimental drug called YL201, when combined with the immunotherapy serplulimab, can help people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer live longer compared to the current standard treatment (carboplatin and etoposide plus serplulimab). T…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: MediLink Therapeutics (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smart drug home in on Hard-to-Treat GI cancers?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental treatment called the IKS04 regimen in people with advanced cancers of the digestive system, including colorectal, stomach, pancreatic, and bile duct cancers. The regimen combines a targeted antibody-drug conjugate with an addition…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Iksuda Therapeutics Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common b vitamin tame fatty liver?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a daily supplement of 5-methyltetrahydrofolate (a form of folate) can improve markers of liver health in people with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), a common type of fatty liver. Over 90 days, participants receive either …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tabriz University of Medical Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Triple-Drug combo outsmart a rare and aggressive cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis clinical trial is testing whether adding two newer drugs—QL1706 and lenvatinib—to standard chemotherapy can help people with a rare and aggressive cancer called extrapulmonary neuroendocrine carcinoma (EP-NEC). The study will compare the combination against chemotherapy alon…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A new Anti-Rejection strategy may spare kidney function after liver transplant
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase III trial is testing whether switching liver transplant recipients to an everolimus-based, calcineurin inhibitor-free regimen one year after surgery can better preserve kidney function compared to staying on a low-dose calcineurin inhibitor. The study enrolls 150 adult…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Hannover Medical School • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a wearable sensor outsmart diabetic ketoacidosis?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a wearable device that tracks both glucose and ketones can help people with type 1 diabetes avoid diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a serious complication. About 1,200 adults and children with type 1 diabetes will use the Abbott Continuous Dual Glucose Keto…
Sponsor: Abbott Diabetes Care • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Reversing diabetes may also reverse aging — a trial puts it to the test
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether putting type 2 diabetes into remission through a 24-week lifestyle program can also slow biological aging. Researchers will measure changes in an epigenetic clock called DunedinPACE, which tracks how fast the body is aging. The trial enrolls 100 Chinese a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Pan-RAS inhibitor outsmart pancreatic cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing whether a new oral drug called HRS-2329, which blocks multiple RAS proteins, can shrink tumors or slow disease when combined with other anti-cancer therapies. It is enrolling adults with advanced pancreatic cancer that has RAS mutations or amplifications and…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a cholesterol-lowering combo also shrink fatty liver in diabetic heart patients?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether adding a PCSK9 inhibitor to a high-intensity statin can reduce liver fat—measured by a non-invasive FibroScan—in diabetic patients who have recently had a heart attack or unstable angina. Half the participants will receive the combination therapy, …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Triple-Drug cocktail turn inoperable liver cancer into a surgical target?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing whether a combination of two newer drugs—envafolimab and suvemcitug—plus chemotherapy delivered directly to the liver can shrink advanced liver tumors enough to allow surgery. The study enrolls adults aged 18–75 with liver cancer that is currently too advanc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an immunotherapy cocktail slow pancreatic cancer? a new trial aims to find out.
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial is testing whether adding an immunotherapy drug (serplulimab) and a targeted antibody (bevacizumab) to standard chemotherapy can help people with metastatic pancreatic cancer that has progressed after initial treatment. The study enrolls about 34 adults whose …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shanghai General Hospital, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Purple potatoes put to the test: a Heart-Healthy superfood in the making?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether eating purple-fleshed potatoes daily for four weeks can improve blood pressure and other heart health markers in men with prehypertension. Participants will consume either purple or white potato puree in a crossover design, with measurements taken …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Instituto de Investigacion Nutricional, Peru • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gut bacteria swap may tame diabetes and thyroid disease
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a one-time dose of fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) — taking capsules containing processed donor stool — can improve blood sugar control and reduce thyroid antibodies in adults who have both type 2 diabetes and Hashimoto's thyroiditis. All 38 partic…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Shen Xujun • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI-Powered surveillance may outsmart liver cancer recurrence
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether an artificial intelligence system can tailor the timing of follow-up scans for people who have had liver cancer surgically removed or ablated. Instead of fixed-interval scans every four months, the AI uses routine clinical data to estimate each person's c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tongji Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hormone therapy may shield menopausal hearts and brains — a trial puts it to the test
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial explores whether starting transdermal estradiol (a skin gel or patch) soon after menopause can protect the heart and brain in women who have hot flashes and at least one cardiovascular risk factor. One hundred women will be randomly assigned to receive the hormone ther…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: McGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a common allergy pill keep liver cancer from returning?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether ebastine, a widely used allergy medication, can reduce the risk of liver cancer returning after surgery. The study enrolls people with a specific high-risk tumor feature called tumor budding. All participants will take ebastine daily for a year, an…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Alexa, teach me about diabetes: smart speaker trial aims to improve blood sugar in older adults
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether a voice-activated smart speaker can help adults aged 50 and older with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes improve their blood sugar levels. Participants receive weekly diabetes education and skills training calls through the smart speaker for 12 week…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can matching drugs to tumor genes beat biliary cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis umbrella trial is testing whether assigning treatment based on a person's tumor genetics can improve outcomes for advanced biliary tract cancers. Participants receive one of several targeted therapies or immunotherapy, depending on their genetic test results. The study aims …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental combo aims to tackle Treatment-Resistant cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests whether an experimental drug called TLN-499, combined with the approved cancer drug venetoclax, is safe and tolerable for people with certain advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The study includes adults with sma…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Treeline Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a single gene therapy injection reverse fatty liver disease?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests an experimental gene therapy called VV-14303 for people with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), a serious liver condition linked to obesity and diabetes. The therapy uses a harmless virus to deliver a protein (FGF21) that may improve liver h…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kriya Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug ASP388B take on advanced solid tumors?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests an experimental drug called ASP388B, given alone or alongside standard cancer therapies, in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed by surgery. The study has two parts: the first finds a safe dose, and the second tests that dose in…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Astellas Pharma Global Development, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which filling holds up better in diabetic teeth? a Head-to-Head trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial compares two types of tooth-colored fillings—zirconia-reinforced glass ionomer and injectable giomer—for cavities on the side of the tooth (Class V) in adults with and without type 2 diabetes. Researchers will track how well each filling stays in place, how it looks, a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a promising NAFLD drug safely mix with other medicines? a trial seeks answers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether ECC4703, a potential new treatment for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), changes how the body processes two other drugs: sulfasalazine and pitavastatin. Healthy adults aged 18 to 65 will take these drugs alone and then with ECC4703 to meas…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Eccogene • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple phone call may help millions with diabetes manage insulin — a trial puts it to the test
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a multilingual interactive voice response (IVR) system can help adults with type 2 diabetes and low health literacy adjust their insulin doses. Participants use a feature phone to report blood sugar levels and receive algorithm-guided dose recommendations…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shifa International Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a triple therapy shrink untreatable liver tumors?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether combining the targeted drug donafenib with an immunotherapy drug and a liver-directed procedure (either chemoembolization or infusion chemotherapy) can help people with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma — liver cancer that cannot be removed by surg…
Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Two-Drug cocktail shrink Hard-to-Treat bile duct cancers?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing whether a combination of two drugs—sacituzumab tirumotecan and envafolimab—can shrink advanced biliary tract cancers (cancers of the bile ducts or gallbladder) that have grown despite initial treatment. The study enrolls up to 28 adults whose tumors carry a …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a gentler drug trio tame small cell lung cancer in older patients?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing a combination of three drugs—benmelstobart, anlotinib, and etoposide—as a first treatment for elderly patients (65 and older) or those too frail for standard intensive chemotherapy. The goal is to see if this platinum-free regimen can control the cancer and …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a diabetes drug help fight liver cancer? a trial puts it to the test
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether adding dapagliflozin—a drug typically used for diabetes—to standard first-line therapy can improve tumor response in people with advanced liver cancer that cannot be surgically removed and who also have metabolic syndrome. About 44 participants wil…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI takes on liver cancer: could a computer help pick the right immunotherapy?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether an artificial intelligence (AI) system can help doctors select the best first-line immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI) therapy for adults with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), a type of advanced liver cancer. About 1,800 participants across 26 h…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tongji Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a weekly injection tackle both obesity and diabetes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether adding a once-weekly injection of tirzepatide to standard diabetes pills can improve blood sugar control and promote weight loss in obese adults with type 2 diabetes. Over six months, researchers will compare changes in HbA1c and body weight betwee…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Akhtar Saeed Medical and Dental College • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Timing your meals or halving your rice: a new trial tests simple diet hacks for weight loss and blood sugar control
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial compares two simple diet strategies — eating only during early hours or cutting staple foods like rice and bread in half — each combined with an app-guided exercise program, against exercise alone. Researchers want to see which approach helps adults with obesity and pr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Peking University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood thinner may stop early cirrhosis from turning deadly — a major trial puts it to the test
Disease control Not yet recruitingLiver disease is the only major cause of death on the rise, and once cirrhosis develops, no proven medications exist to help people live longer. This trial tests whether apixaban, a blood thinner already used for clots, can prevent early-stage cirrhosis from progressing to a dang…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University College, London • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a targeted antibody boost chemotherapy for a rare bile duct cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether adding zolbetuximab, an antibody that targets a protein called claudin 18.2, to standard chemotherapy can help control advanced or metastatic biliary tract cancers. The study enrolls adults whose tumors overexpress this protein. Participants …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Midhun Malla • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug boost chemotherapy for a rare cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase III trial is testing whether adding an experimental drug called LBL-024 to standard chemotherapy can help people with advanced extrapulmonary neuroendocrine carcinoma (EP-NEC), a rare and aggressive cancer. Participants will receive either LBL-024 or a placebo alongsid…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Nanjing Leads Biolabs Co.,Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Real-World check: can a targeted ovarian cancer drug deliver outside clinical trials?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tracks the safety and effectiveness of mirvetuximab soravtansine (MIRV), a drug that targets a protein called folate receptor alpha on cancer cells, in patients with advanced ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer. Researchers will observe 400 patients r…
Sponsor: NING LI-GYN • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Stomach-shrinking procedure may help control blood sugar and delay insulin in type 2 diabetes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a weight-loss procedure called endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) can improve blood sugar control and reduce the need for insulin in adults with obesity and type 2 diabetes. Participants have poorly controlled diabetes despite taking standard medication…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Scientific Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple cooking tweak reverse fatty liver? a new trial puts low-AGE foods to the test.
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a diet low in advanced glycation end products (AGEs)—compounds formed when food is grilled, fried, or toasted—can improve liver function and reduce fat buildup in adults with metabolic fatty liver disease. Over 12 weeks, one group will follow AGE-restrict…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Guanajuato • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a custom mRNA vaccine keep ovarian cancer from coming back?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial is testing whether a personalized mRNA vaccine called NeoOVSV, given alongside standard chemotherapy and an immunotherapy drug, can safely help prevent ovarian cancer from returning after surgery. The vaccine is designed to train the immune system to recogn…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smart drug missile take down a tough ovarian cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether a targeted antibody-drug conjugate called sacituzumab tirumotecan, given alone or together with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab, can shrink tumors in people with ovarian clear cell carcinoma that has returned after prior immunotherapy. The st…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tufts Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart drug delivers chemo directly to pancreatic cancer cells
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests an experimental drug called XNW28012 in people with metastatic pancreatic cancer whose disease has worsened after at least one prior treatment. XNW28012 is an antibody-drug conjugate designed to seek out a protein called tissue factor on cancer cells …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Evopoint Biosciences Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a weekly shot help more people donate part of their liver?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a 12-week program combining a weekly injection of mazdutide (a drug that targets gut hormones) with lifestyle counseling can quickly reduce liver fat in overweight or obese people who want to donate part of their liver but are temporarily disqualified due…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart T-Cell engager aims to outsmart tumors in first human test
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests an experimental drug, KGX105, in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. KGX105 is designed to activate immune T-cells specifically within the tumor, potentially reducing side effects. The study will assess sa…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Kangabio AUSTRALIA LTD PTY • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Robotic surgery from miles away: could remote operations match On-Site care?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether remote robotic surgery is as safe and effective as on-site robotic surgery for people needing liver, bile duct, gallbladder, or pancreas operations. In remote surgery, an expert surgeon controls the robot from a different location while the patient and lo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gut bacteria transplant may supercharge liver cancer immunotherapy
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether transplanting healthy gut bacteria (fecal microbiota transplantation) can help immunotherapy work better in people with advanced liver cancer. Participants receive either a real transplant via colonoscopy or a sham procedure, alongside standard imm…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to shrink rare adrenal tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests an oral drug called zanzalintinib in people with metastatic pheochromocytoma or paraganglioma that cannot be surgically removed and is growing. The study measures how many participants see their tumors shrink or stop growing. All participants take the dru…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug TJ037130 takes aim at advanced solid tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 1 trial tests an experimental drug called TJ037130 in adults with advanced solid tumors, including ovarian, gastric, and endometrial cancers that have spread. The main goal is to check the drug's safety and find the best dose for future studies. Participants receive TJ…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: TJ Biopharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could meal kits and text messages help curb diabetes in Food-Insecure communities?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests four nutrition programs—meal kits, ready-to-eat meals, cooking classes, and motivational texts—in 400 adults with overweight or obesity who use food pantries. The goal is to see which approach best improves diet quality and food security, with the aim of reducing…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tufts University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Triple immunotherapy cocktail aims to boost surgery success in liver cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase Ib/II trial investigates whether combining three drugs—two immunotherapies (IBI310 and sintilimab) and a blood-vessel blocker (bevacizumab)—given before and after surgery can improve outcomes for people with resectable hepatocellular carcinoma (liver cancer). The study…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Dual-Action drug aims to tackle fatty liver where semaglutide falls short
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether switching to a new drug called mazdutide can reduce liver fat more effectively than staying on semaglutide in people with type 2 diabetes and moderate-to-severe fatty liver. Participants who have been on semaglutide for at least 16 weeks are randomly assi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to tame aggressive lymphoma in frail patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial is testing a two-step treatment for elderly or unfit patients with untreated diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL). First, patients receive the immunotherapy drug epcoritamab alone, then they receive epcoritamab combined with a reduced-dose chemotherapy coc…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to shrink recurrent ovarian tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial tests an experimental drug called SYS6041, alone or combined with chemotherapy and other agents, in women whose ovarian cancer has returned. The study evaluates safety, the best dose, and how well the treatments shrink tumors. Participants must have a specific…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: CSPC Megalith Biopharmaceutical Co.,Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Peanut butter at breakfast may tame blood sugar and sharpen the mind
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether eating a daily serving of peanut butter at breakfast can improve blood sugar control, thinking skills, and heart health in middle-aged adults with prediabetes. Participants will either add peanut butter to their first meal or stick with their usual die…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Penn State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heating the body to fight pancreatic cancer: a new trial tests Whole-Body hyperthermia
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether raising the body's core temperature to 41.5°C for 4 hours, called whole-body hyperthermia, can improve outcomes when added to standard chemotherapy for people with metastatic pancreatic cancer that has progressed after initial treatment. The study …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: ElmediX • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to shrink Hard-to-Treat gut tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests a new drug called ivonescimab (AK112) combined with chemotherapy (irinotecan and cisplatin) for people with metastatic digestive system neuroendocrine cancer that has spread. Some participants also receive a procedure called TACE, which blocks blood flow …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to boost remission in Hard-to-Treat lymphoma
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether a combination of the targeted drug glofitamab with chemotherapy (gemcitabine and oxaliplatin) can improve the effectiveness of a CAR-T cell therapy called lisocabtagene maraleucel in people with relapsed or refractory aggressive B-cell lymphomas. …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Family-powered diabetes care: could group classes and social support close the health gap?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether a family-based, culturally tailored diabetes management program can help Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander adults with type 2 diabetes. Participants attend group education sessions with a family member and receive help connecting to social servic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kaiser Permanente • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could your own immune cells keep liver cancer from coming back?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether giving liver cancer patients infusions of their own immune cells, called cytokine-induced killer (CIK) cells, after surgery is safe and feasible. The cells are collected from the patient's blood, grown in a lab, and then returned through six intrav…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Royan Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to outsmart Chemotherapy-Resistant ovarian cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial tests an experimental drug called SYS6043 against standard chemotherapy in people with platinum-resistant ovarian, primary peritoneal, or fallopian tube cancer. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either SYS6043 or one of three standard chemotherapies…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: CSPC Megalith Biopharmaceutical Co.,Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could interval training and fasting tame PCOS insulin resistance?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether combining high-intensity interval training (HIIT) with intermittent fasting (14-hour fast, 10-hour eating window) can reduce insulin resistance in obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Participants will follow a supervised exercise pro…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fewer radiation sessions may be just as effective for thymic tumors after surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis clinical trial is testing a shorter, more intense course of radiation therapy (called hypofractionated radiotherapy) for people who have had surgery for thymic epithelial tumors, including thymoma and thymic carcinoma. The goal is to see if this approach can keep the tumor f…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a smart computer tool help prevent kidney failure in people with diabetes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a smart computer system that helps primary care doctors screen for and manage diabetic kidney disease in adults with type 2 diabetes. The tool automatically calculates kidney function, reminds doctors to order urine tests, and gives personalized treatment advice.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can screening for social needs improve diabetes care for kids?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a program where social workers screen families of youth with type 1 diabetes for social challenges like food insecurity, then connect them to community resources. The goal is to see if this approach is practical and acceptable, and whether it can improve diabetes…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could an arthritis drug shield heart and kidneys in metabolic syndrome?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether secukinumab, a drug that blocks inflammation, can reduce the risk of major heart problems and kidney decline in people with cardiorenal metabolic syndrome and hardened arteries. About 100 adults will receive either secukinumab injections plus standard car…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Peking University Third Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Diabetes drug shows promise for repairing damaged nerves
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether tirzepatide, a medication already used for diabetes and weight loss, can help repair nerve damage in people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy. The study includes 40 adults with diabetes and nerve pain or numbness. Researchers will measure nerve h…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug duo aims to outperform chemo in ovarian cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial tests whether a new drug called mocertatug rezetecan (Mo-Rez) combined with bevacizumab works better than standard chemotherapy plus bevacizumab for women with platinum-sensitive ovarian cancer. The study includes about 690 participants whose cancer has returne…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple home exercises could help diabetics regain balance and mobility
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a home-based balance and strength program called Otago exercises can improve mobility, balance, and quality of life in adults with type 2 diabetes. Participants do the exercises 5 days a week for 4 weeks, plus walking. The trial measures how quickly they …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Pamukkale University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Alcohol injection into adrenal tumors may offer surgery-free blood pressure control
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a procedure that uses a thin needle guided by an endoscope to inject alcohol into a benign adrenal tumor that produces too much aldosterone, a hormone that raises blood pressure. The goal is to destroy the tumor without surgery. The trial enrolls 30 adults with l…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chongqing Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could date seed powder help tame type 2 diabetes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a daily 4-gram dose of ajwa seed powder, made from date seeds, can improve blood sugar control (HbA1c) and body composition in overweight and obese adults aged 30–50 with type 2 diabetes. Over 12 weeks, researchers will measure changes in HbA1c, weight, w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore - Pakistan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Once-Daily pill replace Twice-Daily dosing for adrenal gland recovery?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two steroid replacement therapies—methylprednisolone and hydrocortisone—in people whose adrenal glands have stopped working properly due to long-term use of high-dose steroids. The goal is to see whether a single morning dose of methylprednisolone is as good a…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Medical Centre Ljubljana • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to outsmart untreatable bile duct cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis clinical trial tests a new approach for people with a type of bile duct cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. It compares a combination of targeted therapy and a procedure that delivers chemotherapy directly to the liver against standard chemotherapy. The goal is to see …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Zhejiang Cancer Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Targeted drug aims to shrink Hard-to-Treat bile duct cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests an experimental drug called sacituzumab tirumotecan in people with advanced biliary tract cancer whose disease has worsened after at least one prior treatment. The drug is an antibody-drug conjugate designed to seek out and deliver chemotherapy directly t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers with specific gene deletion
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental drug called HSK41959, taken as a tablet, in combination with standard cancer treatments for people with advanced solid tumors that lack a gene called MTAP. The trial includes patients with non-small cell lung cancer, pancreatic cancer, and other a…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Haisco Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to shrink tough lung cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether combining the immunotherapy drug toripalimab with a specific chemotherapy regimen can shrink tumors in people with advanced small cell lung cancer that has progressed after prior treatments. Participants receive toripalimab plus a rotating schedul…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Henan Cancer Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cooling the pancreas from the inside: a new device aims to tame severe inflammation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a special cooling tube placed near the pancreas can help people with acute pancreatitis recover faster. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either standard care alone or standard care plus the cooling device for up to three days. The study measu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Arctx Medical, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fungal enzymes could replace pig enzymes for digestive aid in pancreatitis
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial compares fungal-based pancreatic enzymes to standard pig-derived enzymes in people with chronic pancreatitis and digestive insufficiency. Participants take either the fungal or porcine enzyme for 12 weeks to see if the fungal version works just as well. The goal is to …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Asian Institute of Gastroenterology, India • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood pressure breakthrough? Renin-Guided therapy may offer smarter First-Line treatment
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether measuring a hormone called renin can help doctors choose the best first medication for people with early-stage high blood pressure. Adults with low renin levels are randomly assigned to receive either spironolactone or a standard blood pressure drug fo…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Ottawa Hospital Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI coach takes on diabetes drug: can a smart lifestyle program beat tirzepatide?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an AI-powered intensive lifestyle program can help people with obesity and newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes lose weight and control blood sugar as well as the drug tirzepatide. Adults aged 18 to 65 with a BMI of 28 to 40 and recent diabetes diagnosis are r…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a dissolvable sponge replace medical glue for dangerous stomach vein bleeds?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether an absorbable gelatin sponge works as well as cyanoacrylate glue for closing off enlarged stomach veins that can bleed. Both treatments are delivered via endoscopy with small coils. Participants are adults with a history of bleeding from these veins, and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Unity Health Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could adding chemo to tarlatamab overcome resistance in lung cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether giving platinum-based chemotherapy (carboplatin and etoposide) together with the immunotherapy tarlatamab can help patients with advanced small-cell lung cancer whose disease has worsened while on tarlatamab alone. The study enrolls about 54 …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Cologne • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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King of fruits takes on diabetes: Durian's effect on gut and glucose
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether eating durian daily for two weeks changes the gut microbiome, metabolism, and blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes. Forty participants will eat fresh durian pulp and undergo blood and stool tests, plus continuous glucose monitoring. The go…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Singapore General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gene therapy aims to tame rare immune disorder
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests a new gene therapy called FOXP3-T4 for people with IPEX syndrome, a rare genetic condition that causes severe immune problems. The therapy involves taking a patient's own immune cells, modifying them in the lab to work better, and giving them back via a single in…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could exercise reshape gut bacteria in fatty liver disease?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether high-intensity interval training or moderate continuous exercise, combined with a Mediterranean diet, can improve gut bacteria and metabolic health in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Participants are adults aged 40-60 with obesity an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Horus University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Glowing dye could reveal hidden cancer spread in testicular tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether a minimally invasive procedure using a special dye can better detect cancer spread in men with early-stage testicular cancer. About 20-30% of these patients have cancer cells in lymph nodes that standard scans miss. Participants are randomly assign…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Heinrich-Heine University, Duesseldorf • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Light-Activated therapy targets pancreatic tumors during surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new approach called photoimmunotherapy for people with locally advanced or borderline resectable pancreatic cancer. Patients receive an injection of ASP-1929, a drug that attaches to cancer cells and becomes active when exposed to a specific light. During surge…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Brown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Weekly shot aims to tame dangerous fat levels in the blood
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 3 trial tests an investigational biologic called DR10624, given as a weekly injection, in adults with severe hypertriglyceridemia (very high blood fats) who are already on standard lipid-lowering therapy. The study compares two doses of DR10624 against a placebo to see…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Zhejiang Doer Biologics Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Chemotherapy drug temozolomide under review for tough pituitary tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how well the chemotherapy drug temozolomide works for people with aggressive pituitary tumors or pituitary cancer that hasn't responded to standard treatments like surgery or radiation. Researchers are collecting data from medical records across multiple hospi…
Sponsor: University of Sao Paulo General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers with RAS mutations
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental oral drug called GFH276 combined with either cetuximab or standard chemotherapy in people with advanced solid tumors or pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) that have a RAS mutation. The goal is to see if the combination is safe, tolerable, and…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Genfleet Therapeutics (Shanghai) Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a structured recovery plan speed healing after emergency gallbladder surgery?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a standardized care pathway called RICA helps people recover faster after emergency keyhole surgery for moderate gallbladder inflammation (Grade II acute cholecystitis). The pathway includes steps like ultrasound before surgery, limited fasting, blood sug…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital d'Igualada • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Mindful eating may tame diabetes and obesity
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a 10-week digital mindfulness program, combined with dietary advice, can help people with type 2 diabetes and obesity lose weight and improve blood sugar control. Participants learn mindful eating techniques through videos and home exercises. The trial me…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug aims for functional cure in hepatitis b
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 study tests whether the drug bepirovirsen can achieve a functional cure for chronic hepatitis B in 30 adults with low virus levels. Participants receive weekly injections for 24 weeks and undergo liver biopsies to measure changes in the virus and immune response. The…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National University Health System, Singapore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug inavolisib targets Hard-to-Treat pancreatic cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests the drug inavolisib in people with pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma whose cancer has worsened after prior chemotherapy. The study aims to see if inavolisib can shrink tumors or slow disease progression. Participants take inavolisib daily by mouth, and the…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ancient herbal mix could boost liver health in advanced cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether adding a Chinese herbal formula called Shuganhuazhuo to standard anti-cancer therapy can improve liver function and survival in people with advanced hepatocellular carcinoma (the most common type of liver cancer). The study includes 120 adults who are abo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Xiang-Qian • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood pressure drug may help preserve insulin in cystic fibrosis
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether verapamil, a common blood pressure medication, can help protect insulin-producing cells in people with cystic fibrosis who have early blood sugar problems or diabetes. Participants take verapamil for several weeks, and researchers measure changes in insul…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Rhode Island Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to shrink pancreatic tumors before surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding the experimental drug HRS-4642 to standard chemotherapy, with or without the immunotherapy adebrelimab, can shrink pancreatic tumors before surgery. The study enrolls adults aged 18-70 with pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma who have at least…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Changhai Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Triple-Drug cocktail plus targeted procedure aims to tame incurable liver cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial tests whether adding three drugs—SHR-8068, adebrelimab, and bevacizumab—to a standard liver-directed procedure (TACE) can better control incurable hepatocellular carcinoma. About 690 adults with liver cancer that cannot be surgically removed will receive either…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Suzhou Suncadia Biopharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug aims to halt liver failure in cirrhosis patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding the drug NTZ to standard care can help people with liver cirrhosis who experience a sudden worsening (acute decompensation) or have developed acute-on-chronic liver failure. The trial enrolls adults with cirrhosis from any cause who have had a rece…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Genfit • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Daily pill may replace growth hormone shots for children
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study evaluates the long-term safety of an oral medication called LUM-201 for children with growth hormone deficiency (GHD). Children who completed a prior 12-month trial can receive LUM-201 daily for up to 36 additional months. The goal is to see if the pill is safe and tol…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Lumos Pharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Triple-Drug combo aims to improve diabetes control and weight loss
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new combination drug called TriGlytza-01 in overweight adults with type 2 diabetes whose blood sugar is not well controlled by metformin alone. The trial compares TriGlytza-01 to standard metformin over 16 weeks, measuring safety, blood sugar levels, and body w…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Myopharm Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Quarter-Sized implant could free type 1 diabetes patients from daily insulin
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a small, soft implant that holds donor insulin-making cells (islets) and protects them from the immune system. The goal is to see if the device is safe and keeps the cells alive and working in adults with type 1 diabetes. Some participants are also on…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Encellin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smartphone app help teens tame type 1 diabetes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a mobile app that provides structured diabetes education can help adolescents with type 1 diabetes improve their blood sugar control, confidence, and self-care habits. Participants aged 10 to 19 with type 1 diabetes and an HbA1c of 7% or higher will use t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smartphone app and wearable help tame type 2 diabetes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an integrated digital health platform—combining a continuous glucose monitor, activity and sleep tracker, and food log—can improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. Some participants also receive weekly feedback from a healthcare provide…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug targets Hard-to-Treat pancreatic cancer by hitting a common mutation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests a new drug called DN022150 in people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has a specific genetic change called KRAS G12D. Participants have already received at least one prior treatment. The study compares DN022150 alone against standard chemotherapy options to s…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Jiangxi Kvvit Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Adaptive dosing of immunotherapy shows promise for Tough-to-Treat liver cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether a combination of two immunotherapy drugs, nivolumab and ipilimumab, can control advanced liver cancer in patients with moderate cirrhosis (Child-Pugh B). The dosing is adjusted based on how each patient responds. The study aims to see how many pati…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple muscle exercise improve erectile function in men with low testosterone?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) with a handheld biofeedback device can improve erectile function and sexual quality of life in men with functional hypogonadism (low testosterone) and erectile dysfunction. Participants are randomly assigned to PFMT wit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Poznan University of Physical Education • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Double immune attack: new drug combo takes on advanced liver cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis clinical trial is testing a combination of two experimental drugs, IMM2510 and IMM27M, in people with advanced hepatocellular carcinoma (a type of liver cancer) who have not yet received treatment for their advanced disease. The drugs are designed to help the immune system r…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: ImmuneOnco Biopharmaceuticals (Shanghai) Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Real-World check: targeted drug MIRV tested against tough ovarian cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study monitors the safety and effectiveness of mirvetuximab soravtansine (MIRV) in people with a specific type of ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer that has stopped responding to platinum-based chemotherapy and tests positive for the folate receptor-alpha…
Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple blood tests could spot liver cancer earlier in diabetics
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether regular blood tests can detect liver cancer earlier in people with type 2 diabetes who also have significant liver scarring. Participants are randomly assigned to either a surveillance group receiving specialized blood tests every six months or a s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could probiotics stop a deadly infection from coming back in liver disease?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding a probiotic (Bifidobacterium quadruple live tablets) to standard antibiotics can better control and prevent the return of spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) in people with cirrhosis. SBP is a serious infection of the abdominal fluid that often…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Peking University First Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a diabetes drug boost pregnancy success in women with PCOS?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether giving obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) a GLP-1 receptor agonist (a drug that helps control appetite and blood sugar) along with healthy lifestyle education for 12 weeks before starting fertility treatment can improve their chances…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Peking University Third Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New device aims to seal pancreas during robotic surgery, cutting leak risk
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests a new device that uses radiofrequency energy to seal the pancreas during robotic surgery to remove the tail of the pancreas. The device, called Attachable Coolingbis®, is designed to reduce the common complication of pancreatic fluid leaks. Twenty adults wi…
Sponsor: Hospital del Mar • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug TAX2 targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in first human trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental drug, TAX2, in adults with advanced or metastatic solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The trial has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, and then testing that dose in more people. Researchers will monitor side effects, h…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Apmonia Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could stem cells from the placenta heal stubborn diabetic wounds?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial is testing whether injecting placental stem cells into and around non-healing diabetic foot ulcers is safe. The study involves 12 people with Type 2 diabetes who have a foot ulcer that has not healed for at least four weeks despite standard care. Researcher…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Triple threat against pancreatic cancer: radiation, immunotherapy, and chemotherapy combined
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests a new treatment approach for people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. Participants receive targeted radiation therapy followed by a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (ipilimumab N01 and sintilimab) plus standa…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shandong Cancer Hospital and Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug shows promise for sustained weight loss in type 2 diabetes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a drug called maridebart cafraglutide (MariTide) in people who are overweight or obese and also have type 2 diabetes. The goal is to see if the drug can help with long-term weight loss and blood sugar control, and to check its safety over time. Participants recei…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a tailored diet make a MASH drug work better?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding a Mediterranean-style meal delivery program to resmetirom therapy improves liver health more than resmetirom alone. It involves 120 adults with non-cirrhotic MASH who are starting resmetirom. Participants either receive the drug plus 10 medically t…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: City University of New York • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smartphone app replace the gym for diabetes control?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two 20-week exercise programs for adults aged 30-65 with both type 2 diabetes and obesity. One group attends supervised, in-person sessions twice a week, while another follows the same plan through a mobile app. A third group receives standard medical care onl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Escuela Universitaria de Osuna • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to tackle tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new drug called becotatugvedotin combined with the chemotherapy gemcitabine for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has not responded to first-line treatment. The trial has two phases: first, to find the safest dose of the new drug, and second, to see h…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Peking Union Medical College Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could an allergy drug shield diabetics from organ damage?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether montelukast, a common allergy medication, can reduce damage to the kidneys, eyes, and blood vessels in adults with type 2 diabetes and early kidney disease. The drug works by blocking inflammatory chemicals called leukotrienes, which are linked to diabete…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug targets Hard-to-Treat neuroendocrine cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests an experimental drug called CTX-471 in people with advanced neuroendocrine tumors that have a specific marker (NCAM) and have stopped responding to standard treatments. Participants receive the drug by IV every two weeks. The study aims to see if the drug can shr…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Compass Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pre-Surgery cocktail aims to boost liver cancer outcomes
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving a combination of chemotherapy, immunotherapy (adebrelimab), and a targeted drug (rivoceranib) before surgery can improve outcomes for people with liver cancer that can be surgically removed. Participants receive the drug combination first, then und…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Affiliated Hospital of Guangdong Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a gut bacteria byproduct help tame fatty liver in type 1 diabetes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether a supplement called butyrate (a substance produced by gut bacteria) and an intensive lifestyle program (Mediterranean diet plus exercise) can reduce liver fat in adults with type 1 diabetes who also have fatty liver disease. Participants are random…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fundación Pública Andaluza para la Investigación de Málaga en Biomedicina y Salud • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood flow restriction may help older diabetics regain balance and strength
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding blood flow restriction (BFR) training to standard exercise helps adults aged 50-60 with type 2 diabetes improve balance, muscle strength, and physical function. Participants wear compression cuffs on their limbs during low-intensity resistance exer…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo attack on untreatable liver cancer shows promise in early trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial is testing whether a combination of treatments can help people with a type of liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The approach uses local chemotherapy delivered directly to the liver, along with immunotherapy (toripalimab) and a targeted therapy pi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Dialysis upgrade could protect bones in kidney patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a newer type of dialysis filter (medium cut-off membrane) can better manage bone and mineral problems common in people with end-stage kidney disease. Thirty adults on maintenance dialysis will try both the new and standard filters for three months each. R…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gazi University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI could help doctors pick better diabetes drugs
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an artificial intelligence (AI) tool can help doctors choose better diabetes medicines for patients with type 2 diabetes. Many patients are treated by doctors who are not diabetes specialists, so the AI provides real-time suggestions and predictions about…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Triple-Drug attack aims to stop liver cancer recurrence after surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial investigates whether adding SHR-8068 to a two-drug regimen (adebrelimab and apatinib) can improve outcomes for people with liver cancer that can be surgically removed but has a moderate-to-high risk of coming back. Participants receive the drug combination bef…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Suzhou Suncadia Biopharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart nursing cuts kidney damage risk in liver cancer patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a personalized nursing program can prevent acute kidney injury (AKI) in people with liver cancer who undergo interventional therapy. Researchers first use a prediction model to classify patients into low, moderate, or high risk for AKI. Then, they provide…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a monthly shot replace weekly diabetes injections?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether people with type 2 diabetes can switch from a weekly injection of dulaglutide to a once-monthly shot called PG-102. The trial involves 60 adults whose blood sugar is well-controlled on dulaglutide. Researchers will compare blood sugar levels and safety ov…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: ProGen. Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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One pill may tame both itchy skin and stubborn liver disease
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether upadacitinib, a drug already approved for eczema, can help people who have both atopic dermatitis (a type of eczema) with moderate to severe itching and a hard-to-treat autoimmune liver disease called cholangitis. The drug works by blocking a pathway invo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: RenJi Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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One pill to tackle three heart risks: could a polypill cut cardiovascular disease?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a single daily pill that combines treatments for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and type 2 diabetes can lower the risk of heart disease and dementia. The study involves over 8,000 adults aged 50 to 75 in China who have all three conditions. Partic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: China Medical University, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Targeted Antibody-Drug could shrink Hard-to-Treat ovarian cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests a drug called sacituzumab govitecan in people with advanced or recurrent ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer that has high levels of a protein called TROP-2. Participants must have already tried standard treatments without success. The drug is g…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Gynecologic Oncology Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Personalized mRNA vaccine aims to train immune system against ovarian cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests a personalized mRNA vaccine called NeoOVIV in people with stage II or III ovarian cancer who have had surgery. The vaccine is designed to teach the immune system to recognize and attack cancer cells. Participants receive the vaccine alongside standard chemotherap…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple exercises may boost nerve repair in diabetic neuropathy
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two exercise programs—combined aerobic and resistance training versus seated soleus push-ups—against standard care in people with type 2 diabetes and diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Researchers will measure blood markers of nerve repair (BDNF, NGF, S100B) and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple ice water flush prevent pancreatitis after a common procedure?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether flushing the bile duct opening with ice-cold water after an ERCP procedure can reduce the chance of developing pancreatitis, a frequent complication. Researchers will compare patients who receive the flush to those who do not, looking at pancreatit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Oman Ministry of Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tighter blood pressure target may slash heart risks in hormone disorder
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial compares two blood pressure targets in people with primary aldosteronism, a hormonal condition that causes high blood pressure. One group aims for a systolic pressure below 120 mmHg (intensive), the other between 120 and 140 mmHg (standard). Over 6 to 10 years, researc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chongqing Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New injection aims to tame chronic hepatitis b
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests an injection called TVAX-028 in adults with chronic hepatitis B. The study checks if the drug is safe and how the body processes it. Participants receive either TVAX-028 with an adjuvant or the adjuvant alone, at different dose levels. The goal is to …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Grand Theravac Life Sciences (Nanjing) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could looser jaundice rules spare preterm babies unnecessary treatment?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether using higher (less strict) bilirubin thresholds for starting light therapy in very preterm infants (born before 30 weeks) is as safe as the current Dutch guidelines. About 680 babies across Dutch NICUs will be randomly assigned to one of two threshold str…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a drug tame excess cortisol in a common hormone disorder?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether the drug metyrapone can safely lower cortisol levels in people with mild autonomous cortisol secretion (MACS), a condition where the adrenal glands produce too much cortisol. Participants will receive either metyrapone or a placebo for a short period, and…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy-Chemo combo before surgery shows promise for advanced ovarian cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether combining two immunotherapy drugs (iparomlimab and tuvonralimab) with standard chemotherapy before surgery can improve outcomes for people with advanced ovarian cancer. Participants receive 3-4 cycles of the combination, followed by surgery to rem…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Obstetrics & Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill for weight and diabetes gets first human dosing test
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests how the body processes HRS9531 tablets under different dosing conditions. It involves 100 healthy adults aged 18-55 with a BMI between 23 and 35. The goal is to measure drug levels and safety, not yet to treat weight or diabetes.
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Fujian Shengdi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New kidney pill aims to cut protein leak in diabetics
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether the drug finerenone can reduce protein in the urine (a sign of kidney damage) in adults with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. About 148 participants will receive either finerenone or a placebo pill daily for 6 months, on top of their usual medi…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New pill shows promise for Hard-to-Treat ovarian cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new oral drug called DAT-2645 in up to 30 people with advanced or metastatic ovarian cancer that has a BRCA1/2 mutation or is HRD-positive. Participants take the drug daily in 21-day cycles. The main goal is to see if the drug shrinks tumors, and researchers wi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Danatlas Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New trial tests gentler surgery for ovarian cysts to save fertility
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two surgical techniques for ovarian endometrioma—standard cyst removal (cystectomy) versus a newer method using argon plasma coagulation (APC) to vaporize the cyst lining. The goal is to see which better preserves ovarian reserve, measured by antral follicle c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Bile acid pill may turbocharge liver regrowth after transplant
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA), a bile acid supplement, can speed up liver regeneration in adults receiving a living-donor liver transplant. Participants take UDCA or a placebo starting at least 10 days before surgery and continuing for 10 days after. Resear…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences, India • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Herbal tablet aims to reverse liver scarring in fatty liver disease
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether Fuzheng Huayu tablets, a traditional Chinese herbal medicine, can reduce liver scarring in people with compensated cirrhosis caused by metabolic fatty liver disease. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either the herbal tablets or a placebo for …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New drug combo aims to tame liver side effects of cancer immunotherapy
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether combining mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) with prednisone can better treat liver inflammation caused by checkpoint inhibitor cancer drugs. The trial includes adults with moderate to severe immune-related hepatitis who need to pause their cancer therapy. The m…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fox Chase Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Tailored exercise may boost fat burning in women with PCOS
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether a supervised, adapted physical activity program can improve how the body burns fat during walking in women with overweight or obesity, both with and without polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Researchers will compare changes in fat oxidation and oth…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New injections aim to melt liver fat in MASH patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis clinical trial tests two experimental injections, HRS-4729 and HRS9531, in adults with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), a serious liver condition linked to obesity. The study involves 160 participants who receive either the drug or a placebo for 52 we…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fujian Shengdi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New trial combines HIV PrEP and STI prevention in one package for young men
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a combined approach—offering HIV PrEP (pills or injections) and STI prevention (doxycycline after sex) along with smartphone tools—helps young men at high risk stay protected. About 400 men aged 18-29 who have sex with men will be followed for a year to s…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: HIV Prevention Trials Network • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New drainage procedure could prevent gallbladder attacks without surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a procedure called EUS-guided gallbladder drainage can prevent future gallbladder attacks in people who are too sick or frail for surgery. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either the drainage procedure or standard medical care. The study will…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Mutua de Terrassa • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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First-in-Class cancer drug targets Hard-to-Treat tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental oral drug called VMD-102 in people with advanced solid tumors, including liver, lung, kidney, skin (uveal melanoma), and colorectal cancers that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug works by blocking a specific protein (PKC epsilon)…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: VM Discovery, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New diabetes shot aims to rival semaglutide in blood sugar control
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 study compares an experimental weekly injection called UBT251 to the approved drug semaglutide in adults with type 2 diabetes whose blood sugar is not well controlled by oral medications like metformin. The main goal is to see if UBT251 is at least as effective as se…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: The United Bio-Technology (Hengqin) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a new cell therapy called NK521 for people with advanced liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) or ovarian cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. NK521 are natural killer (NK) cells that have been gene-edited to remove three proteins t…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Base Therapeutics (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could cocoa and veggies protect against pregnancy complications?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether a diet rich in polyphenols—including daily cocoa and extra fruits and vegetables—can reduce oxidative stress and improve blood vessel function in pregnant women. Researchers will randomly assign 60 pregnant women to receive dietary counseling and c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Salamanca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Scar-Free thyroid surgery could match traditional open surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two surgical approaches for unilateral thyroid cancer: a newer, scar-free endoscopic technique through the armpit versus standard open neck surgery. Researchers will track complications, recovery time, and patient satisfaction in 400 adults aged 18-70 with ear…
Sponsor: Xijing Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to improve ovarian cancer maintenance with fewer dropouts
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether fluzoparib plus bevacizumab works as well as the standard olaparib plus bevacizumab for maintenance therapy in women with HRD-positive advanced ovarian cancer after initial chemotherapy. The study enrolls about 120 participants and tracks how long they st…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shandong University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug takes aim at hard-to-treat neuroendocrine prostate cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests a drug called sacituzumab tirumotecan in people with neuroendocrine prostate cancer, a rare and aggressive form that has progressed after platinum-based chemotherapy. The drug is given by IV infusion three times per 42-day cycle. The study measures how ma…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Smart insulin pump could transform hospital diabetes care
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial compares an automated insulin delivery system (AID) to standard insulin injections for managing blood sugar in hospitalized adults with type 2 diabetes who have an infection. The AID system uses a continuous glucose monitor and a smart pump to automatically adjust insu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Steno Diabetes Center Copenhagen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Could a shot every two weeks beat weekly diabetes drugs?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new medicine called bofanglutide (GZR18) for adults with type 2 diabetes whose blood sugar is not well controlled with metformin alone. Bofanglutide is given as a shot under the skin every two weeks, and researchers compare it to semaglutide, a weekly injection…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Carnot Laboratories • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Can AI be a second pair of eyes for liver cancer detection?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis trial asks whether adding artificial intelligence (AI) to radiologists' reading of liver CT scans can match or improve standard reporting. It involves 40,000 adults who had contrast-enhanced CT scans of the abdomen. On some days, radiologists first read scans on their own, t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shengjing Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New PET tracer may reveal which bile duct cancers resist standard therapy
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether a special PET imaging tracer called [18F]FTT can help predict how well people with newly diagnosed bile duct cancer (cholangiocarcinoma) will respond to standard chemotherapy. The tracer binds to a protein called PARP1, which some tumor cells produ…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple blood test spot ovarian cancer before it starts?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study is looking at whether a blood test called Galleri can help detect ovarian cancer early in people with BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene changes, who are at higher risk. Participants will give a blood sample and answer questionnaires about their experience. The study will also check …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI spots liver trouble hidden in heart scans
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an artificial intelligence (AI) program can analyze routine heart ultrasound images to find people who may have undiagnosed fatty liver disease or cirrhosis. About 2,000 adults will have their heart scans checked by the AI. If the AI flags them as high ri…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kaiser Permanente • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new imaging trick spot pancreatic cancer without a biopsy?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a special ultrasound technique called detective flow imaging (DFI) can help doctors tell the difference between benign and malignant solid pancreatic lesions. Researchers will examine the blood vessel patterns seen with this technique and compare them …
Sponsor: Julio Iglesias García • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Budget camera could spot diabetic foot trouble early
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study checks if a cheap thermal camera (about 200 euros) works as well as a professional one for spotting early signs of foot problems in people with diabetes. 130 adults with diabetes will have both cameras take pictures of the bottom of their feet. The goal is to see if th…
Sponsor: Eduardo Luis Martín Javier • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a tiny implant track glucose, ketones, and lactate in diabetes?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing a new implantable sensor called the HALO System in people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. The sensor is designed to continuously measure glucose, ketones, and lactate in the fluid just beneath the skin, which could give a more complete picture of metabolic h…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Indigo Diabetes NV • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tiny blood particles may hold early clues to type 2 diabetes risk in obesity
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether specific proteins found in tiny particles in the blood (called small extracellular vesicles) can help identify obese individuals who are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes. Researchers will measure levels of two proteins, integrin-β2 and ECM1, …
Sponsor: Hong Kong Baptist University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A needle-free way to detect fatty liver in kids? a new study puts a multi-test panel to the test.
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a combination of blood markers, ultrasound, and genetic information can accurately diagnose metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) in children aged 8 to 18 with obesity. Each child provides a blood sample, undergoes a liver ultra…
Sponsor: Kayseri City Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new 'Nanobody' tracer outsmart standard scans for neuroendocrine cancers?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing whether a new type of PET/CT scan, using a tracer that targets a protein called DLL3 found on many neuroendocrine tumor cells, can detect cancer spread more accurately than standard scans. About 200 adults with metastatic neuroendocrine tumors will receive b…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tingting Yuan • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple breath test might spot multiple cancers before symptoms appear
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing whether a breath analysis device can detect unique chemical patterns—called volatile organic compounds—that may signal the presence of cancer. Researchers will collect breath samples from 1,000 people with various cancers and 1,000 healthy volunteers, then u…
Sponsor: University of Oklahoma • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A quick finger-prick test could spot hidden diabetes in rural villages
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a finger-prick HbA1c test can detect type 2 diabetes better than the standard random blood glucose test in at-risk adults living in rural Dali, China. Researchers will compare detection rates and costs among 720 permanent rural residents with no known dia…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pocket-sized HIV test could bring same-day diagnosis to community clinics
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing whether the GeneXpert system, a portable device that can run multiple tests, can accurately detect HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, hepatitis C, and HPV in community health centers and clinics. Researchers will compare its results to standard lab tests and track w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Unity Health Toronto • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple eye-tracking test may replace button-pressing exams for pituitary tumor patients
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a new eye-tracking device called SONDA can accurately measure visual field loss in people with pituitary tumors. Standard visual field tests require patients to press a button when they see lights, which can be tiring and unreliable. The SONDA test instea…
Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple MRI and blood test catch pancreatic cancer earlier?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether a structured case-finding pathway can help detect pancreatic cancer earlier in Swiss primary care. Adults aged 60 or older with warning signs like new-onset diabetes, unexplained weight loss, or a family history of pancreatic cancer are invited to u…
Sponsor: Saskia Hendrich • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Breath of life: new test could sniff out gut cancers before they spread
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a simple breath test to help detect gastrointestinal cancers—including cancers of the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, liver, and bowel—at an earlier stage. The test measures tiny molecules in exhaled breath that may be linked to these cancers. Participants pro…
Sponsor: Imperial College London • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI assistant could spot hidden liver and pancreas cancers earlier
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study is developing and testing an artificial intelligence (AI) system designed to help doctors diagnose diseases of the liver, bile ducts, and pancreas. The AI acts like a smart assistant that talks with patients to collect their symptoms, risk factors, and medical history,…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Stick-On ultrasound patch could spot liver damage without a specialist
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new wearable patch-type ultrasound probe that sticks to the skin over the liver to measure stiffness, which can indicate scarring (fibrosis) or cirrhosis. Researchers will compare its accuracy to the standard FibroScan device in 150 adults with chronic liver di…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New ultrasound technique could reveal hidden blood vessels in liver tumors
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new ultrasound method called super-resolution ultrasound (SRUS) to see tiny blood vessels in liver tumors. Current scans show only larger vessels, but SRUS can detect vessels as small as 20 micrometers. Researchers will compare blood flow patterns in different …
Sponsor: Eastern Hepatobiliary Surgery Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for biomarkers to catch pancreatic cancer before it strikes
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find molecular clues that could predict whether certain pancreatic growths will turn into cancer. Researchers will analyze tissue from patients having pancreatic surgery, using advanced genetic and protein tests on both the original tissue and lab-grown 3D cell…
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliera Specializzata in Gastroenterologia Saverio de Bellis • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New imaging tracer could spot hidden cancers and fibrosis in one scan
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new imaging tracer called [18F]FAPI-74, which attaches to a protein found on cells in tumors and scarred or inflamed tissue. Researchers want to see if it can show these areas more clearly than current scans. About 770 adults with various cancers or non-cancer …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Martin Huellner • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New imaging tool could help surgeons detect hidden cancer cells during surgery
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new imaging technique that could help surgeons see if cancer has spread to lymph nodes during surgery for gynecologic cancers like ovarian, endometrial, cervical, and vulvar cancer. The method uses a special microscope to examine lymph node tissue right after i…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Breath of discovery: simple test may sniff out lung cancer
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis pilot study explores whether a breath sample collected with the VosCryo device can provide enough cellular material to help diagnose advanced lung cancer. Researchers will compare breath samples from 12 people with late-stage lung cancer and 12 healthy relatives to see if th…
Sponsor: Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New blood tests aim to catch ovarian cancer earlier
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study evaluates several experimental blood tests designed to detect ovarian cancer earlier. Researchers compare results from people with ovarian cancer to those without cancer to see how well the tests distinguish between the two. The tests look for specific changes in the b…
Sponsor: National and Kapodistrian University of Athens • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New DNA test could sharpen hepatitis b monitoring
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study compares a new, more precise digital PCR test with the standard test for measuring hepatitis B virus levels in people with chronic hepatitis B. Researchers will use leftover blood samples from about 200 patients to see if the new method matches the standard test's accu…
Sponsor: Beijing Municipal Administration of Hospitals • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New ultrasound technique could eliminate need for contrast dye in pancreatic cyst exams
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether a new ultrasound technology called Superb Microvascular Imaging (SMI) can accurately analyze material inside pancreatic cysts (PIMPTs) without using a contrast agent. Currently, doctors inject a contrast dye during endoscopic ultrasound to assess c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: GCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Simple blood test may spot hidden liver damage in obesity
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a common blood test called FIB-4 can accurately predict liver fibrosis (scarring) in people with obesity. Researchers will compare FIB-4 results with liver stiffness measurements from a specialized scan (FibroScan) in 400 obese patients. If the blood t…
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliera Specializzata in Gastroenterologia Saverio de Bellis • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can a Partner's support lower diabetes risk after gestational diabetes?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a lifestyle program that includes the partner can help women who had gestational diabetes improve their weight and blood sugar control. Participants receive three months of health education on diet, physical activity, and stress management, with one group…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Third Xiangya Hospital of Central South University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A Two-for-One surgery: could tube removal during Weight-Loss surgery slash ovarian cancer risk?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether it is practical and safe to remove the fallopian tubes during planned weight-loss (bariatric) surgery as a way to lower the risk of ovarian cancer. Many ovarian cancers are thought to start in the fallopian tubes, and removing them can reduce risk by abou…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Community-Driven strategies aim to end intergenerational type 2 diabetes in indigenous children
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study works with First Nations communities in Manitoba to design and test ways to prevent type 2 diabetes in children. Pregnant women with or without diabetes are enrolled, and their children are followed from birth. The approach includes breastfeeding support, nutrition and…
Sponsor: University of Manitoba • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common heart drug stop high blood pressure before it starts?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether eplerenone, a drug that blocks the hormone aldosterone, can prevent the onset of high blood pressure in people aged 30–55 who have a mild, early form of primary aldosteronism but normal blood pressure. Participants will receive either eplerenone or a plac…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Xinjiang Medical University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a nasal spray of insulin shield the aging brain from Post-Surgery confusion?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether a nasal spray containing insulin can prevent postoperative delirium—a sudden, temporary state of confusion—in older adults (65+) with type 2 diabetes who are undergoing liver tumor surgery. Participants are randomly assigned to receive one of two d…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Weidong Mi • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Family support may curb obesity risk in children of mothers with gestational diabetes
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis trial tests a family-focused program for women diagnosed with gestational diabetes in northern Vietnam. The program includes nutrition advice, physical activity guidance, breastfeeding support, and digital tools, delivered from pregnancy through two years after birth. The go…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Thai Binh University of Medicine and Pharmacy • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Personalized navigation may boost cancer screening in high-risk communities
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving people a personalized report about their cancer risk and screening options helps them complete recommended cancer tests. Adults aged 45 to 74 who are at high risk for lung, breast, colorectal, upper gastrointestinal, or liver cancer are invited to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hunan Cancer Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could an arthritis drug stop type 1 diabetes before it starts?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether golimumab, a drug used for arthritis, can delay or prevent type 1 diabetes in people who have early signs of the disease but normal blood sugar. Participants receive monthly injections of golimumab or a placebo for up to 6 years. The study tracks how long…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a daily glass of kefir during pregnancy ward off gestational diabetes?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether drinking kefir, a fermented dairy drink rich in live bacteria and yeasts, from around 14 weeks of pregnancy until routine diabetes screening can improve blood sugar control and reduce the risk of gestational diabetes. Pregnant individuals are rando…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of New Brunswick • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Common painkiller may prevent pancreatitis after bile duct procedure
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a single dose of rectal indomethacin, a common anti-inflammatory drug, can prevent pancreatitis in patients undergoing a bile duct procedure (ERCP) who have had a prior sphincterotomy. About 860 adults will be randomly assigned to receive the drug or no d…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Acupuncture with a jolt: could needles shield nerves from chemo?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether electroacupuncture (acupuncture with mild electrical pulses) combined with tiny thumbtack needles can prevent peripheral neuropathy—numbness, tingling, or pain—caused by chemotherapy in people with advanced cancer. The trial enrolls adults with stage IV b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Affiliated Hospital of Qinghai University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Virtual support platform aims to boost emotional health in testicular cancer survivors
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a virtual support platform can improve emotional well-being in men who had testicular cancer in the last 5 years. 360 men in North Carolina will be split into two groups: one gets access to the support platform, the other gets educational materials only. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can a tailored rehab boost recovery after pancreatic surgery?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a 4-week rehabilitation program is practical and helpful for patients who experience severe complications after pancreatic surgery. The program includes personalized exercise, nutritional guidance, and techniques to reduce anxiety, and can be done at home…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a nerve zap stop cancer wasting? early trial tests device for cachexia
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests whether a device that blocks signals from the vagus nerve can safely help patients with metastatic pancreatic cancer who are experiencing severe weight loss (cachexia). The device is placed on the skin over the nerve and is used alongside chemotherapy…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can retraining the brain unlock a frozen shoulder?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether adding pain neuroscience education and graded motor imagery to standard physiotherapy can improve pain, movement, and fear of movement in people with type 2 diabetes and frozen shoulder. Fifty adults aged 40-65 with diabetic adhesive capsulitis will recei…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New app aims to prevent dangerous blood sugar dips during workouts for type 1 diabetes
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests a software tool called NEXT that gives personalized advice on insulin and carbohydrate adjustments before and after exercise for adults with type 1 diabetes. Twenty participants will try three different approaches to managing their blood sugar around exerci…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Glow-in-the-Dark dye could save voices in thyroid surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests a dye called bevonescein that makes nerves glow during thyroid surgery, helping surgeons see and avoid them. Forty adults having thyroid removal will receive the dye before surgery. The main goal is to see if it improves voice outcomes by reducing nerve i…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Matthew Spector • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A scent of citrus: could bitter orange oil ease fatigue and aid sleep in diabetes?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether inhaling bitter orange oil before bed can improve sleep quality and reduce fatigue in adults with type 2 diabetes. One hundred participants will be randomly assigned to inhale either bitter orange oil or plain water for three nights. On the fourth morning…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Uludag University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a VR headset ease pancreatitis pain?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using a virtual reality headset at home can help adults with chronic pancreatitis manage their pain. Twenty participants will use either a gut-directed VR therapy or a distraction-based VR for 8 weeks. The main goal is to see if people can stick with the …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Music may soothe pain at the genetic level after cancer surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether a personalized music therapy session, called music-assisted relaxation and imagery (MARI), can reduce pain and change gene activity in people recovering from open surgery for stomach, pancreas, bile duct, liver, or peritoneal cancer. Participants will …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain training may sharpen aging minds in diabetes
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a structured cognitive training program can improve memory, attention, and other thinking skills in older adults who have type 2 diabetes and mild cognitive impairment. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the cognitive intervention or a contr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a spinal pump deliver better pain relief for pancreatic cancer?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether delivering pain medication directly to the spinal cord via an implanted pump can better control severe pain in people with pancreatic cancer. The trial enrolls adults whose pain is not well managed by standard treatments or who cannot take typical p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Clinique Bizet • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Art as medicine: can drawing and painting help sick kids feel better about themselves?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a structured art therapy program, grounded in positive psychology, can improve self-compassion and hope in children aged 8 to 12 who are staying in a hospital ward. Half of the 80 participants will receive the art therapy sessions alongside standard nursi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Suleyman Demirel University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A personalized approach to breathlessness: could a stepped-care program offer relief for lung cancer patients?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingShortness of breath, or dyspnea, affects most lung cancer patients and often persists despite standard treatments. This pilot study tests a stepped-care behavioral intervention called INSPIRE, which starts with brief coping skills and adds more intensive psychological support onl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple tool may help thyroid cancer patients avoid treatment regret
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingMany people with small thyroid cancers can choose between a less extensive surgery (lobectomy) or a more extensive one (total thyroidectomy), yet some pick the riskier option without clear reason. This study tests whether an electronic decision navigation tool — one that highligh…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple nerve block transform heart surgery recovery?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether injecting a local anesthetic near the stellate ganglion in the neck, guided by ultrasound, can improve how patients feel after heart surgery. The block temporarily calms part of the nervous system, which may reduce pain, improve sleep, and lower the risk …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Electric pulses may ease diabetic nerve damage and boost blood flow
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether a device called FREMS, which delivers rhythmic electrical pulses to the legs, can improve blood flow, reduce nerve pain and numbness, and enhance quality of life in people with type 2 diabetes who have peripheral neuropathy and poor leg circulation…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beni-Suef University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a back injection ease the need for life support in pancreatitis?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a thoracic epidural block—a numbing injection near the spine—can help people with severe acute pancreatitis avoid or shorten the need for intensive care support like breathing machines and kidney dialysis. Participants are randomly assigned to receive eit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: First People's Hospital of Chenzhou • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Mind over menstrual pain: could a Four-Week online program ease PCOS symptoms?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a four-week online mindfulness-based education program can help women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) manage menstrual symptoms, lower stress, and improve quality of life. About 78 women with PCOS will be randomly assigned to either the program or r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Aydin Adnan Menderes University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple breathing exercise ease pain and anxiety during nerve testing?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether the 4-7-8 breathing technique can help reduce pain and anxiety in people with type 2 diabetes and diabetic neuropathy during an electromyography (EMG) procedure. EMG can be uncomfortable and stressful, and this trial compares the breathing techniqu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nurgül Gün • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI assistant aims to ease thyroid cancer anxiety before surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an online educational tool called THRIVE, powered by artificial intelligence, can help people newly diagnosed with thyroid cancer feel less anxious and more confident about their treatment choices. Participants use the tool on their own device before meet…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Zapping nerves with radiation may ease pancreatic cancer pain
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a short course of precisely targeted radiotherapy can safely reduce severe pain in people with advanced pancreatic cancer. The radiation is aimed at the coeliac plexus, a network of nerves in the abdomen that often causes pain when affected by the tumor. …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI coach for parents of diabetic kids: will it make carb counting easier?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an AI-powered educational platform can help parents of children with type 1 diabetes count carbohydrates more accurately and manage diabetes better. About 80 parents will either use the AI platform plus usual care or usual care alone for 12 weeks. The goa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sultan Qaboos University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study to uncover why stem cell transplants harm the liver
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 500 adults and children who are getting a stem cell transplant to see how their liver is affected. Researchers will track liver function, perform biopsies and scans, and look for factors that lead to liver damage. The goal is to better understand and eventually…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can tumor markers guide future ovarian cancer treatments?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study examines tumor samples from 320 Latin American women with advanced ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancer to describe the presence of certain markers (FRα, HER2, PD-L1, HRD, and BRCA). Researchers will collect medical history and test archived tumor tissue to se…
Sponsor: Latin American Cooperative Oncology Group • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can targeted therapy combinations outperform standard drugs in tough thyroid cancer?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how patients with radioiodine-refractory differentiated thyroid cancer are treated in the real world after first-line therapy stops working. It will compare two approaches: a targeted combination (dabrafenib plus trametinib) guided by a specific gene mutation,…
Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can common diabetes drugs shield the heart? AI and Real-World data seek answers
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study looks at whether two classes of diabetes medications—SGLT2 inhibitors and GLP-1 receptor agonists—help protect the heart in Korean adults with type 2 diabetes. Researchers will analyze health records from multiple hospitals to compare heart attack, stroke…
Sponsor: Dongtan Sacred Heart Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can a 1,500-Patient biobank unlock the secrets of chronic pancreatitis?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will follow 1,500 adults with chronic pancreatitis for several years, collecting health data and biological samples like blood, stool, and bile. The goal is to track how the disease changes over time, especially in those undergoing ERCP treatment, and to …
Sponsor: First People's Hospital of Hangzhou • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Toolkits may unlock better diabetes support for teens
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether structured toolkits—including staff education, referral plans, and billing guidance—can help pediatric diabetes clinics deliver a behavioral intervention called Diabetes Coaching to more families of teens with type 1 diabetes. Researchers will ask whether…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nemours Children's Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Breakfast showdown: High-Fat vs. High-Carb – which worsens blood fats?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how eating a high-fat or high-carb breakfast changes fat levels in the blood over 8 hours. Researchers will compare results among people with conditions like diabetes, fatty liver, or kidney disease, as well as healthy volunteers. Participants will have two ov…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Massive 30-Year study aims to unlock secrets of diabetes and obesity
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 1,000 people aged 8 to 65 who are overweight, have high blood sugar, or have metabolic issues. Researchers will collect blood, saliva, urine, and stool samples during routine clinic visits, along with questionnaires about diet, sleep, and mood. The goal is …
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Wireless glucose sensors could transform ICU care — but can they deliver?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) like the Dexcom G7 can be safely and effectively used in intensive care units. The monitors provide real-time blood sugar readings and alarms for dangerously high or low levels, potentially reducing the need for frequent…
Sponsor: Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can pancreatic Cancer's inflammatory footprint be stopped?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study looks at how pancreatic cancer changes immune cells in the blood. Researchers will compare blood samples from 50 people with newly diagnosed, untreated pancreatic cancer to 50 age-matched people with a non-cancerous pancreatic condition. They aim to ident…
Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple scan and blood test outsmart liver cancer?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a structured surveillance program using regular ultrasound and a blood test (alpha-fetoprotein) can detect liver cancer at an earlier, more treatable stage in people at high risk. About 300 adults with liver cirrhosis, chronic hepatitis B, or advanced …
Sponsor: D'Or Institute for Research and Education • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to bridge the trust gap between oncologists and latino patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a program called HOLA that teaches oncologists special communication skills to build better relationships with their Latino patients who have advanced cancer. Researchers will compare how strong the bond is between doctors who take the training and those who don'…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood and gut clues may flag pancreatic cancer risk early
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study is investigating whether certain blood markers and gut microorganisms can help identify people with chronic pancreatitis who are at higher risk of developing pancreatic cancer. Researchers will compare healthy individuals, those with chronic pancreatitis,…
Sponsor: Changhai Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can Weight-Loss surgery rewire the Liver's energy engine?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how bariatric surgery affects the liver's energy processing in people with obesity and fatty liver disease. Researchers will use safe, non-radioactive tracer infusions and MRI scans before, during, and six months after surgery to measure changes in liver metab…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sugar spike study: do steroid injections worsen glucose in diabetics?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tracks blood sugar changes after an epidural steroid injection for back or leg pain. Researchers will compare 36 adults with and without type 2 diabetes using a continuous glucose monitor worn for 15 days. The goal is to see if the injection causes higher or longer-las…
Sponsor: Korea University Anam Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can liver damage predict how drugs behave?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates how the severity of liver cirrhosis changes the way the body processes certain drugs. Adults with mild, moderate, or severe cirrhosis will receive a single low dose of five common drugs—caffeine, warfarin, esomeprazole, metoprolol, and midazolam—each used …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can Lab-Grown tumors unlock the secrets of ovarian cancer resistance?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to create new laboratory models of ovarian cancer that no longer respond to standard platinum-based chemotherapy or PARP inhibitors. Researchers will take tumor tissue from patients with resistant disease and grow it in mice and in the lab to mimic real clinical c…
Sponsor: Mario Negri Institute for Pharmacological Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can we predict acute pancreatitis outcomes?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at adults with acute pancreatitis, a sudden inflammation of the pancreas, to understand the different ways it presents and what happens to patients. Researchers will track 100 participants to identify patterns and potential predictors of outcomes. The goal is to …
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Does feeling stigmatized worsen life quality for men with low testosterone?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how anticipated stigma and illness identity affect quality of life in men with hypogonadism (low testosterone). It compares these men to those with other chronic endocrine conditions like diabetes, hypothyroidism, or hypertension. The goal is to see if these p…
Sponsor: Hacettepe University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver health and drug processing: a closer look at casdatifan
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study is testing how the body processes a single dose of casdatifan, an experimental drug, in people with moderate liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. The goal is to see if liver function changes how the drug is absorbed and cleared from the body. Participants r…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Arcus Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hidden liver risk in type 1 diabetes: a new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how common fatty liver disease (MASLD) is in adults with type 1 diabetes. Researchers will check 250 adults with type 1 diabetes for signs of liver fat and scarring, using non-invasive tests. The goal is to understand if type 1 diabetes raises the risk of live…
Sponsor: Sohag University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New study aims to unlock secrets of lung cancer drug through blood tests
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will collect blood samples from 25 people with small cell lung cancer who are being treated with the drug tarlatamab. Researchers will analyze the samples to learn more about how the drug works, who might benefit most, and how to predict side effects like cytokine rele…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver hormone secrets revealed: new study could reshape diabetes drugs
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how the hormone glucagon works with insulin in the liver to manage blood sugar. Researchers want to understand glucagon's multiple, sometimes opposite, roles to create better diabetes medicines. Forty healthy adults aged 18-45 will have two 5-hour sessions whe…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can we predict the course of a rare liver disease?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at a rare liver condition called porto-sinusoidal vascular disease (PSVD), which is diagnosed with a liver biopsy. The researchers are collecting detailed medical information from 150 patients to track their health over time, including survival and liver-related …
Sponsor: Beijing Municipal Administration of Hospitals • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can we predict who will worsen in PBC? a new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at people with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), a chronic liver disease that can lead to cirrhosis and liver failure. Researchers will review medical records from hundreds of patients to identify risk factors for faster disease progression. The goal is to build…
Sponsor: Beijing Municipal Administration of Hospitals • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New blood test may spot hidden pancreatic cancer earlier after surgery
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a new blood test can find tiny bits of tumor DNA left behind after pancreatic cancer surgery. About 30 adults who had their cancer removed will give blood samples at three key times over six months. The goal is to see if this test can detect remaining …
Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ancient wisdom meets modern oncology: can TCM body types forecast treatment side effects?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study is looking at whether a person's traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) constitution—a concept that categorizes individuals into different body types—can help predict who will experience diarrhea as a side effect of combined immunotherapy and targeted therapy for liver can…
Sponsor: Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood, urine, and stool may hold the key to predicting a serious side effect of lung cancer treatment
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study is looking at whether analyzing blood, urine, and stool samples can help predict which lung cancer patients are more likely to develop radiation pneumonitis—a type of lung inflammation—after receiving immunotherapy and radiation therapy. The researchers will collect sa…
Sponsor: HAN GUANG • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can your DNA predict how you respond to a diabetes drug?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates how different genetic pathways affect the body's response to food and to a short course of orforglipron, an oral GLP-1 drug used for weight management and blood sugar control. Researchers will enroll about 100 adults, with or without type 2 diabetes, who a…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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PCOS may fuel fatty liver in teens even after accounting for obesity — a study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) independently contributes to fatty liver disease in adolescent girls, beyond the effects of obesity. Researchers will compare three groups of girls aged 10–18: those with PCOS and obesity, those with obesity alone, and …
Sponsor: Kayseri City Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ancient herbal formula put to the test for boosting egg maturity
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether ShouTai Pills, a traditional Chinese herbal remedy, can improve egg quality in women with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR) who are undergoing IVF. Researchers will analyze follicular fluid to identify biological markers that predict who might benefit. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Peking Union Medical College Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a pancreatic peptide hold clues to PCOS-Related insulin resistance?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a hormone called preptin, which is released alongside insulin, is linked to insulin resistance in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Researchers will measure preptin levels in 60 women diagnosed with PCOS and compare them to markers of insuli…
Sponsor: GÜLDEN ANATACA • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Antioxidant-rich diets may fight inflammation in type 2 diabetes — a study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study looks at whether the total antioxidant capacity of a person's diet is linked to levels of inflammation and nutritional health in adults with type 2 diabetes. Researchers will compare people with well-controlled blood sugar to those with poorly controlled …
Sponsor: Istanbul Bilgi University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood markers may forecast liver cancer treatment success
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether substances in the blood can predict how patients with advanced liver cancer respond to a combination of atezolizumab and bevacizumab. Researchers will analyze leftover blood samples from routine tests in 100 patients to look for patterns linked to …
Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A muscle protein may signal nerve damage in diabetes — study puts it to the test
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether blood levels of irisin, a protein linked to glucose metabolism and nerve protection, differ in people with type 2 diabetes who have diabetic polyneuropathy (nerve damage) compared to those without it and healthy controls. Researchers will measure i…
Sponsor: GÜLDEN ANATACA • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A blood marker may reveal how well diabetes treatments are working
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether levels of a protein called Neuregulin-4 (NRG4) in the blood are linked to obesity, insulin resistance, and different diabetes treatments in people with type 2 diabetes. Researchers will compare NRG4 levels across groups including obese and non-obese pa…
Sponsor: GÜLDEN ANATACA • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Better crystal ball for liver crisis: new scores put to the test
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingAcute-on-chronic liver failure (ACLF) is a sudden, life-threatening worsening of long-term liver disease that often leads to multiple organ failure. Standard scoring systems may miss key signs of inflammation and organ damage. This study compares two newer scoring models—the CLIF…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can two experimental pills work together safely? a trial seeks answers
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial is testing two experimental oral drugs, AD-236A and AD-236B, in healthy adult volunteers. The goal is to see how the drugs interact when taken together and whether the combination is safe. The study involves 44 participants aged 19 to 55 and will measure dr…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Addpharma Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can better surveillance of hepatitis b and d prevent liver damage?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study follows adults in France who are newly diagnosed with chronic hepatitis B (with or without hepatitis D). Researchers will measure liver scarring, treatment eligibility, and viral characteristics to understand how severe the disease is at diagnosis. The go…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could vitamin d levels influence cholesterol in obese diabetes patients?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study is investigating whether vitamin D levels are linked to cholesterol and other blood fats in obese adults with type 2 diabetes. Researchers will measure vitamin D status and lipid profiles in 150 participants from a diabetes clinic in Cairo. No treatments …
Sponsor: Sinai University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could pomegranate supplements help heal the gut in Alcohol-Related liver disease?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates how pomegranate dietary supplements influence gut bacteria and inflammation in people with alcohol use disorder and alcohol-related liver disease. Researchers will measure levels of beneficial gut metabolites called urolithins and inflammatory markers in b…
Sponsor: University of Louisville • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could the speed of blood sugar drop harm the eyes? a study puts it to the test.
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether the speed at which blood sugar falls after starting a new diabetes medicine affects small blood vessels in the eye. Adults with type 2 diabetes who are beginning a GLP-1 receptor agonist or an SGLT2 inhibitor will undergo advanced eye scans and blo…
Sponsor: Thammasart University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a strong support network help people with diabetic kidney disease take better care of themselves?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether psychological well-being and social support influence how well people with diabetic kidney disease manage their own health. Adults with type 2 diabetes and diabetic kidney disease who are not on dialysis will fill out questionnaires about their emo…
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a silent nerve problem mask deadly heart risks in sleep apnea patients?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study investigates whether cardiac autonomic neuropathy (nerve damage affecting the heart) changes the risk of death and cardiovascular events in people who have diabetes, coronary heart disease, and sleep apnea. Researchers will follow 326 participants, dividi…
Sponsor: Xiangtan Central Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Artificial intelligence may predict ovarian cancer recurrence — a large study puts it to the test
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether artificial intelligence and detailed molecular analysis can help predict how high-grade serous ovarian cancer will behave after surgery. Researchers will analyze tumor images, genetic data, and patient records from 1,300 women to build a model that for…
Sponsor: The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sleep apnea may signal hidden liver trouble
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether obstructive sleep apnea is linked to metabolic associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) in adults. Researchers will measure sleep apnea severity using overnight sleep tests and liver fat using a special ultrasound-like scan. The goal is to see if wor…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Stomach lining may hold clues to pancreatitis outcomes
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether early endoscopic findings in the stomach and duodenum can help predict how severe acute pancreatitis will become. Researchers will perform an upper GI endoscopy within 24-48 hours of hospital admission in 200 adult patients with acute pancreatitis. The…
Sponsor: Jan Kochanowski University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI-Powered trial asks: does adding a second drug cut heart failure risk?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study uses computer simulations to compare two treatment strategies for people with chronic kidney disease and type 2 diabetes. Researchers will model whether adding empagliflozin to finerenone reduces heart failure, hospitalizations, and cardiovascular death more than finer…
Sponsor: Aeterna Medical Solutions SL • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can tracking heart-kidney-metabolic syndrome in india reveal its hidden patterns?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational registry study follows 2,250 adults with cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome (CKMS) at five hospitals in India. Researchers aim to understand how the condition progresses over 12 months, how it affects quality of life, and what treatments doctors prescribe…
Sponsor: Centre for Chronic Disease Control, India • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Personalizing kidney treatment: can biomarkers predict who benefits from finerenone?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 425 adults with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease who are taking finerenone, a standard medication. Researchers collect blood and urine samples over four months to look for biomarkers that predict whether the drug helps reduce kidney damage. The goal i…
Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple saliva test replace blood draws for hormone monitoring?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether at-home saliva samples can reliably measure key steroid hormones in people with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), a condition requiring lifelong hormone therapy. Currently, monitoring involves morning blood tests that miss daily hormone fluctuation…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI trained on thousands of pancreatic cancer cases could revolutionize diagnosis
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study collects and organizes data from 3,000 real pancreatic cancer patients, including those with early, advanced, and inoperable disease. Medical experts will label and structure the information to create a high-quality knowledge base. The goal is to train artificial intel…
Sponsor: Shanghai General Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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3D MRI scan may predict liver cancer treatment success
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether a specialized MRI scan called three-dimensional magnetic resonance elastography (3D-MRE) can predict how well patients with initially unresectable liver cancer will respond to conversion therapy. The scan measures the stiffness and other physical p…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can we predict brain fog in older women fighting ovarian cancer?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows women aged 70 and older with ovarian cancer to understand why some experience cognitive decline or delirium during treatment. Researchers will track memory, thinking skills, frailty, and quality of life over 12 months, and analyze blood samples for markers of b…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New ultrasound technique could set the standard for healthy liver measurements
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study aims to determine what healthy liver tissue looks like on two new types of endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) measurements: attenuation imaging (ATI) and shear wave elastography (SWE). Researchers will enroll 100 adults who already need a diagnostic EUS for non-…
Sponsor: Asian Institute of Gastroenterology, India • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Insulin resistance may predict poor blood flow after heart attack stenting in diabetics
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether insulin resistance, measured by the TyG index, is linked to the no-reflow phenomenon—where blood flow fails to restore properly—after primary PCI (stenting) for heart attacks in people with type 2 diabetes. Researchers will also examine how insulin…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Diabetes drugs may shield against severe pneumonia outcomes
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether taking a combination of GLP-1 receptor agonists and SGLT2 inhibitors before being hospitalized with pneumonia improves early outcomes in adults with type 2 diabetes. Researchers analyzed health records from over 70,000 patients, comparing those on both…
Sponsor: Chung Shan Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hypothyroidism's hidden toll on organs and muscles revealed
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid) changes the size of internal organs like the liver, pancreas, and kidneys, and how it affects muscle strength and function. Researchers will measure these changes using ultrasound and physical tests in 500 adults age…
Sponsor: Andijan State Medical Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could early markers unlock treatments for a rare childhood disease?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows babies and young children (up to age 5) who have a genetic diagnosis of ataxia telangiectasia (A-T), a rare disease that affects movement and immunity. Researchers use brain and lung scans, blood tests, and movement analysis to spot early signs of disease progr…
Sponsor: University of Nottingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Peptide vs whole protein: which formula boosts absorption in ICU patients?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether short peptide enteral nutrition formulas help ICU patients with a high risk of pancreatic exocrine insufficiency absorb protein better than standard whole protein formulas. Researchers will measure amino acid levels and other markers in 250 critically ill…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Shanghai 10th People's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver function and drug dosing: a closer look at ulonivirine
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates how a single dose of the drug ulonivirine is processed by the body in people with mild or moderate liver impairment compared to healthy volunteers. Researchers measure drug levels in the blood over time to see if liver function affects how the drug is brok…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New scan could spot hidden cancer left behind after liver surgery
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether a special 3D MRI scan, called magnetic resonance elastography (3D-MRE), can detect microscopic tumor remnants at the surgical margin after liver cancer removal. Current methods only examine the removed tissue, not the remaining liver. Researchers w…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a special MRI help doctors better treat pancreatic cancer?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether a special type of MRI scan, called DCE-MRI, can better assess how well chemotherapy is working in people with borderline resectable pancreatic cancer. Participants will receive standard chemotherapy and undergo DCE-MRI scans along with regular imag…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fatty liver may be a hidden driver of heart attacks in diabetes
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 7,000 adults with type 2 diabetes and a common form of fatty liver disease (MASLD) to see how liver problems influence the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and heart failure. Researchers will track participants for five years, using advanced models to separate t…
Sponsor: The Affiliated Hospital of Hangzhou Normal University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood fats and nanoparticles may reveal hidden clues in autoimmune liver disease
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at two types of liver disease — autoimmune hepatitis and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease — to see if fats in blood cells and tiny particles called extracellular vesicles differ between them. Researchers will collect blood samples from 24 adults and analyze thes…
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliera Specializzata in Gastroenterologia Saverio de Bellis • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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3D liver stiffness scan could predict surgery risks
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether a special 3D MRI scan, called magnetic resonance elastography, can measure liver stiffness and elasticity before surgery to predict the risk of liver failure afterward. Researchers will enroll 150 adults with liver cancer or liver metastases who are sc…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists target GLUT1 to tame immune attacks in type 1 diabetes
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether blocking GLUT1, a protein that helps immune cells use sugar, can reduce the autoimmune attack that destroys insulin-producing cells in type 1 diabetes. Researchers will analyze stored blood samples from adults with type 1 diabetes and test immune c…
Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Nerves before a scope: does anxiety make ERCP harder to tolerate?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether feeling anxious before an ERCP procedure makes the experience more uncomfortable or harder for patients to cooperate. Adults undergoing ERCP with conscious sedation will fill out anxiety questionnaires before and comfort surveys after the procedure. Do…
Sponsor: Mandip Rai • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study seeks to predict which newborns need repeat jaundice treatment
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 300 newborns treated with light therapy for jaundice to find clues that predict whether jaundice will come back. Researchers will check blood bilirubin levels, feeding patterns, and other factors. The goal is to help doctors decide when it's safe to stop treatm…
Sponsor: Haseki Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hidden sensor reveals dangerous blood sugar dips during routine eye surgery
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study uses a hidden continuous glucose monitor (CGM) to track blood sugar levels in people with diabetes during vitrectomy eye surgery. The monitor records glucose every 15 minutes but does not show readings to doctors or patients, so it does not affect care. The goal is to …
Sponsor: Yonsei University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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MRI scans reveal Semaglutide's hidden impact on muscle strength
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study uses advanced MRI and spectroscopy to track how semaglutide therapy changes muscle strength, volume, and quality over six months. Researchers will measure muscle function and fat infiltration in people with type 2 diabetes and obesity. The goal is to understand whether…
Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could zapping nerves save limbs? new study tests electrical stimulation for diabetic neuropathy
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether targeted electrical stimulation of peripheral nerves can improve blood flow and blood vessel function in the lower limbs of veterans with diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Researchers will measure skin blood flow, vessel density, and oxygen levels us…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI could outshine standard tumor measurements to predict survival
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study is developing an artificial intelligence system that measures changes in total tumor volume from CT or MRI scans to see if it can predict survival better than the current standard method, which measures just a few tumors. Researchers will analyze data from about 6,000 …
Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sugar test reveals hidden metabolic clues in PCOS
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates how the bodies of women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) respond to sugar compared to women without the condition. Participants drink a sugary solution, and blood and urine samples are analyzed using advanced technology to track changes in proteins, m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Zurich • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New glucose monitor aims for pinpoint accuracy in diabetes care
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests a new continuous glucose monitor (CGM) called SAVA in 20 adults with Type 1 Diabetes. Participants wear three SAVA sensors and one standard sensor for 15 days to check how well the SAVA measures blood sugar compared to lab tests. The study also looks at com…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: SAVA Technologies Ltd. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test may reveal hidden cancer spread without scans
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether a blood test can locate where colorectal cancer has returned or spread after surgery. Researchers are analyzing genetic markers in the blood to build a model that predicts whether a recurrence is local or distant. The goal is to improve early detecti…
Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital with Nanjing Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Your voice in the tumor board: study tests if patient reports lead to better cancer treatment
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will include about 2,748 people with breast, gynecologic, or pancreatic cancer. Researchers want to see if adding patient-reported outcomes—like symptoms, preferences, and travel distance—to tumor board discussions helps doctors make better treatment decisions. The goa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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World's largest Real-World CGM study aims to unlock diabetes management secrets
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis global registry study follows 5,000 people with diabetes who use a Dexcom continuous glucose monitor (CGM). Researchers will track changes in HbA1c, a key measure of blood sugar control, over time. The goal is to understand how CGM use affects diabetes management in real-wor…
Sponsor: DexCom, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a heart drug help doctors see liver cancer better?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether a special imaging technique called parenchymal blood volume (PBV) imaging can detect changes in blood flow within liver tumors after giving a drug called nitroglycerin. The drug is commonly used for heart conditions but may temporarily increase blood f…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Non-Invasive test may predict liver transplant failure in real time
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether a non-invasive test called the vascular occlusion test (VOT), used with near-infrared spectroscopy, can predict early allograft dysfunction (EAD) in adults receiving a liver transplant. EAD is a serious complication that can lead to organ failure. Rese…
Sponsor: Ippokrateio General Hospital of Thessaloniki • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI Co-Pilot for rural doctors: could a language model improve care for diabetes and hypertension?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a large language model (LLM) — a type of AI — can help village doctors make better care plans for patients with type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure. About 20 rural doctors will review standardized patient cases, with half receiving AI-assisted decisio…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jiangsu Taizhou People's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Mass screening aims to catch silent killers early in pakistan
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study screens adults aged 18 and older in suburban and peri-urban areas of Faisalabad, Pakistan, for four major noncommunicable diseases: diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and high cholesterol. Participants who are found to have these conditions are referred to doctors for st…
Sponsor: Getz Pharma • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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3,000 volunteers to reveal hidden heart risks in qatar
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 3,000 adults in Qatar—both citizens and long-term residents—to track how cardiometabolic conditions like diabetes and heart disease develop over time. Participants are grouped by blood sugar status (normal, pre-diabetes, or diabetes) and monitored for major car…
Sponsor: Weill Cornell Medical College in Qatar • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver health may change how a promising cancer drug works in the body
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates how the experimental cancer drug atirmociclib is processed by the body in people with mild, moderate, or severe liver disease compared to those with healthy livers. Participants receive a single oral dose of the drug, and blood samples are taken over time …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liver transplant Patients' sleep under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows adults waiting for a liver transplant to see how their sleep quality changes from before surgery to six months after. Researchers use questionnaires to measure sleep, anxiety, and other factors. The goal is to understand what influences sleep problems in these …
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a blood test or eye scan predict pregnancy risks?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 5,500 first-time pregnant women to see if blood tests and eye scans can predict complications like preeclampsia, fetal growth restriction, and gestational diabetes. Researchers will collect samples and images at different points during pregnancy and compare…
Sponsor: Medicines360 • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test could reveal how lung cancer evolves during treatment
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study uses blood tests (liquid biopsies) to track how small cell lung cancer changes during chemotherapy and immunotherapy. Researchers will analyze DNA from blood samples taken before, during, and after treatment in 50 patients. The goal is to understand why some cancers be…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists launch study to decode why diabetes affects people differently
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThe EXPAND study is a research project that will enroll 440 adults with and without pancreatic conditions to understand why type 2 diabetes varies so much from person to person. Researchers will collect data on metabolism, genetics, and pancreas health to identify distinct diabet…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Healthy volunteers to test two batches of new diabetes drug
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial will check whether two different ways of making the experimental drug GZR4 produce the same levels in the blood. About 64 healthy men will receive a single shot of one version or the other. The study is not designed to treat diabetes, but to ensure future b…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Gan & Lee Pharmaceuticals. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New foot scanner aims to help diabetics spot problems early
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will test how easy it is for 20 adults with diabetes to set up and use the Feetsee foot monitoring device at home over 8 weeks. Participants will use the device and app on their own, following the instructions provided. The goal is to see if people can use it cor…
Sponsor: Diabetis JSC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Could your job give you pancreatic cancer? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will examine whether certain workplace chemicals or tasks increase the risk of biliary tract and pancreatic cancers. Researchers will compare detailed work histories of 210 cancer patients from two earlier trials with healthy volunteers. The goal is to identify occupat…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal Creteil • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Can a One-Day class help people with obesity? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether a therapeutic patient education program is acceptable and useful for adults living with obesity and related conditions like diabetes or joint problems. About 42 participants will take part in a one-day group session and follow-up workshops, then answe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: CHU de Quebec-Universite Laval • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can a special rehab program help more amputees walk again?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a hospital rehab and prosthetic training program helps people who lost a leg due to diabetes or blood vessel disease use their artificial limb regularly. Researchers will review past patient records and follow new patients for up to 6 months after they…
Sponsor: Instituto Nacional de Rehabilitacion • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Brain fog after lymphoma: study probes lasting cognitive effects of chemotherapy
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at thinking skills, memory, and quality of life in people who are 3 to 5 years past successful treatment for Hodgkin lymphoma or certain types of B-cell lymphoma. Participants take a series of tests and questionnaires once during a regular follow-up visit. The go…
Sponsor: Fondazione Italiana Linfomi - ETS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Scientists probe RNA clues to unlock IVF success for women with low egg supply
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at women with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR) — a condition where the ovaries have fewer eggs, making IVF harder. Researchers are examining specific RNA molecules in the fluid around eggs to see how they relate to egg quality and embryo development. The goal is …
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Which intubation method works best for acromegaly patients?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how to safely place a breathing tube in people with acromegaly, a condition that can cause changes in the face and airway. It compares two methods: direct laryngoscopy and video laryngoscopy. The goal is to find which method gives a better view of the airway a…
Sponsor: Muzaffer GENCER • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Laser zaps endometriosis cysts: could this spare fertility?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis pilot study investigates how well a dual-wavelength diode laser can destroy endometriotic tissue inside ovarian cysts (endometriomas). Researchers will apply the laser to cyst walls removed during surgery and examine the tissue under a microscope to see if all abnormal cells…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC