Ovarian disorder
MONDO:0005558A disease involving the ovary.
Also known as: disease of ovary, disease or disorder of ovary, disorder of ovary, ovarian disease, ovarian disorder, ovary disease, ovary disease or disorder
1228 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Ovarian cancer vaccine shows promise in early trial
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ CompletedThis early-stage study tested a vaccine called DCP-001 in 17 women with a serious type of ovarian cancer who had already completed standard treatment. The goal was to see if the vaccine is safe and can boost the immune system to recognize and fight cancer cells. Researchers measu…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Can a website help cancer survivors live healthier? large study tests online lifestyle coaching
Disease control CompletedThis study tests whether a secure website with educational sessions, goal-setting, and tracking tools can help survivors of several cancers (including breast, prostate, colorectal, and others) improve their diet, increase physical activity, and manage weight. Participants are age…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ancient herbal recipe put to the test for waning fertility
Disease control CompletedThis study looks at whether a traditional Chinese herbal formula, Guishen Yijing, can help women with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR) — a condition where the ovaries have fewer eggs than expected for a woman's age. Researchers will review medical records of 126 women who took th…
Sponsor: Shi Yun • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Promising combo tackles tough cancers in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested the safety of combining two drugs—pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) and AMG386 (which targets blood vessel growth)—in 62 people with advanced solid tumors like melanoma, ovarian, renal, or colorectal cancer. The main goals were to find the safest dose…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy and chemotherapy join forces to fight recurrent ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial tests whether combining the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) with the chemotherapy drug carboplatin can prevent ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer from progressing after a blood test shows it may have returned. The study includes …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to make inoperable abdominal cancers operable
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested a combination of two drugs—paclitaxel (given intravenously and directly into the abdomen) and oral nilotinib—in 21 adults with cancers that had spread to the lining of the abdomen and could not be surgically removed. The goal was to see if the treatment …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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One-Patient trial tests keytruda for rare ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested the drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) as a follow-up treatment for one patient with a rare type of ovarian cancer called small cell carcinoma of the ovary, hypercalcemic type (SCCOHT). The goal was to see if the drug could help keep the cancer from coming back. Beca…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New drug cocktail targets Hard-to-Treat ovarian and endometrial cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested two drugs—niraparib and copanlisib—in 31 people with recurrent endometrial, ovarian, peritoneal, or fallopian tube cancer. The goal was to find the safest dose and see how well patients tolerated the combination. Both drugs work by blocking enzymes t…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Heated chemo during second surgery shows promise for ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether giving heated chemotherapy directly into the abdomen during a second-look surgery is possible for people with ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancer. Ten participants who had already received standard treatment were enrolled. The goal was to se…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New drug combo takes on advanced cancers in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called KVA12123, given alone or with the immunotherapy Keytruda, in 40 adults with advanced solid tumors (like lung, breast, or colon cancer) that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kineta Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a cheaper copy of a key chemo drug work just as well?
Disease control CompletedThis study compares a new formulation of the chemotherapy drug doxorubicin (Doxopeg) to the standard version (Caelyx) in people with advanced ovarian cancer or metastatic breast cancer. The goal is to see if the two drugs are absorbed and processed by the body in the same way. Pa…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Zodiac Produtos Farmaceuticos S.A. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to prevent deadly bowel blockages in ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis completed phase 2 trial tested whether the drug cediranib, given with chemotherapy, is safe for women with advanced ovarian cancer who are at risk of bowel obstruction. 30 participants received the combination. The study focused on whether the treatment caused serious bowel …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Prof Gordon Jayson • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Cancer-Fighting virus shows promise in Hard-to-Treat ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new immunotherapy called Olvi-Vec, which uses a modified virus to attack cancer cells, in 46 patients with ovarian cancer that had come back or stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal was to see if the treatment was safe and could slow tumor growth…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Genelux Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New cocktail of three drugs tested for tough bladder cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a combination of two chemotherapy drugs (gemcitabine and carboplatin) plus lenalidomide, a drug that blocks blood vessel growth in tumors, in 18 adults with advanced solid tumors, especially urothelial (bladder) cancer. The main goal was to find the …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Experimental vaccine targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in first human test
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new type of vaccine made from a patient's own immune cells (dendritic cells) that are engineered to target a protein called WT1 found in many cancers. Ten people with advanced esophageal, pancreatic, ovarian, or liver cancer received six vaccines o…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Antwerp • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Common painkiller may boost Chemo's power against cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested whether adding indomethacin, a common anti-inflammatory drug, to standard platinum-based chemotherapy is safe for people with colorectal, esophageal, or ovarian cancers. The 13 participants received escalating doses of indomethacin alongside their ch…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: UMC Utrecht • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Which hormone best prevents endometrioma return after surgery?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at over 1,100 women who had surgery for ovarian endometriomas (cysts caused by endometriosis) and then took one of four hormonal treatments to prevent recurrence. The goal was to see which treatment—birth control pills, GnRH agonists, dienogest, or dydrogesteron…
Sponsor: Guangdong Women and Children Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New antibody drug takes aim at Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested a new drug called PF-07257876 in 29 people with advanced lung, head/neck, or ovarian cancers that had stopped responding to other treatments. The drug is a bispecific antibody designed to help the immune system attack cancer cells. The main goals wer…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Major trial tests if abdominal chemo beats IV for tough cancers
Disease control CompletedThis large Phase III trial tested whether adding the drug bevacizumab to chemotherapy works better when the chemo is given into a vein (IV) or directly into the belly (IP). It involved 1560 people with advanced ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancers. The goal was to see w…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New drug XTX202 tested in patients with advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called XTX202 in 95 people with advanced solid tumors that had not responded to standard treatments. The goal was to check safety, find the right dose, and see if the drug could shrink tumors. The trial is now complete.
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Xilio Development, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Frozen ovary tissue awakened to restore fertility in women with early menopause
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new technique to help women with primary ovarian insufficiency (early ovarian failure) become pregnant. Doctors removed one ovary, treated small pieces of it with drugs to wake up dormant eggs, and then transplanted the tissue back into the patient. After moni…
Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Keytruda after chemo shows promise in Hard-to-Treat ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested whether the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) could help keep cancer from growing in people with platinum-resistant ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancer. After initial chemotherapy with paclitaxel, 20 participants received pembrolizuma…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University College, London • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Experimental COM902 drug shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested an experimental drug called COM902, alone or with other drugs, in 94 people with advanced cancers like ovarian, lung, and colon cancer. The main goal was to check safety and find the right dose. Researchers also looked for early signs that the drug m…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Compugen Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New drug candidate CBX-12 tested in patients with Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an experimental drug called CBX-12 in 69 adults with advanced solid tumors (like ovarian, lung, breast, or colon cancer) that had stopped responding to standard therapies. The main goals were to check the drug's safety, find the best dose, and see if it could sh…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cybrexa Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Cancer drug vismodegib tested for Long-Term use in small study
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at the long-term safety of the cancer drug vismodegib in 19 patients with ovarian cancer, basal cell carcinoma, or metastatic colorectal cancer. All participants had previously taken vismodegib in an earlier Genentech trial and were expected to benefit from cont…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Genentech, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Ovarian cancer hope: immunotherapy and targeted pill combo tested
Disease control CompletedThis large phase 3 trial tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) and the targeted therapy olaparib (Lynparza) to standard chemotherapy helps women with advanced ovarian cancer that does not have a BRCA mutation. Over 1,300 participants received eithe…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of two drugs, lenvatinib and pembrolizumab, in 611 people with advanced cancers like breast, ovarian, stomach, colorectal, brain, bile duct, or pancreatic cancer that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal was to see if the combo c…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New hope for tough ovarian cancer: targeted drug shows promise in trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug, farletuzumab ecteribulin, which targets a protein found on many ovarian cancer cells. It was compared to standard chemotherapy in 106 women whose ovarian cancer had stopped responding to platinum-based treatments. The goal was to see if the new drug …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Could red blood cells deliver a steroid to ease a rare brain disorder?
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 3 trial tested a treatment called EryDex for people with ataxia telangiectasia (A-T), a rare genetic disease that affects movement and coordination. EryDex is a steroid (dexamethasone) packaged inside the patient's own red blood cells and given as an IV infusion every …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Quince Therapeutics S.p.A. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Radioactive particles aim to fight ovarian cancer spread
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new treatment called Radspherin for women with ovarian cancer that has returned and spread in the abdomen. Radspherin consists of tiny radioactive particles injected directly into the belly after surgery to remove visible tumors. The study involved…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Oncoinvent Solutions AS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for tough ovarian cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of two drugs, AZD6738 and olaparib, in 123 women with recurrent ovarian cancer. The goal was to see if the combo is safe and how well it shrinks tumors or delays cancer growth. Participants had either platinum-sensitive or platinum-resistant cancer…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Heated chemo wash may stop colorectal cancer spreading in abdomen
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial tested whether a surgical procedure called laparotomy plus heated chemotherapy (HIPEC) could improve outcomes for colorectal cancer patients at high risk of cancer spreading in the abdomen. 150 patients who had already undergone surgery and chemotherapy were ra…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New Antibody-Drug conjugate STRO-002 tested in advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called STRO-002 in 19 Chinese adults with advanced ovarian, endometrial, or other solid tumors that had not responded to prior treatments. STRO-002 is an antibody-drug conjugate, meaning it combines a targeted antibody with a chemotherapy drug to deli…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tasly Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an experimental drug called BMS-986016 (anti-LAG-3) alone or combined with nivolumab in people with advanced solid tumors that had spread or couldn't be removed by surgery. It included several cancer types like lung, stomach, liver, kidney, bladder, head and nec…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat cancers? utidelone trial underway
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tests the drug utidelone in 126 people with advanced solid tumors (excluding breast, lung, and colorectal cancers) that have not responded to standard treatments. The study aims to see if the drug can shrink tumors and how safe it is. Participants receive utide…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Beijing Biostar Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Collagen mesh may reduce Post-Surgery complications in peritoneal cancer patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a special collagen mesh (Surgicoll-Mesh) placed in the abdomen during surgery for cancers that have spread to the lining of the belly. The goal was to see if it could prevent serious problems like bowel blockages, infections, or the need for more surgery. 60 adu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences, B G Nagara • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Diabetes drug metformin may boost chemo for ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial tested whether adding metformin, a common diabetes drug, to standard chemotherapy could help control advanced ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer. 111 participants received either metformin or a placebo alongside chemotherapy, followed by mai…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise in Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage study tested a new drug called DF6215, alone or with another drug (pembrolizumab), in 35 adults with advanced solid tumors that could not be removed by surgery or had spread. The main goals were to find the safest dose and check for side effects. The study is com…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Dragonfly Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New drug combo aims to outsmart Platinum-Resistant ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tests a new drug called ZN-c3 (azenosertib), either alone or combined with niraparib, in 117 women with ovarian cancer that no longer responds to platinum chemotherapy. The goal is to find safe doses and see if the drugs can shrink tumors. It is an early-stage trial, s…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: K-Group, Beta, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Zentalis Pharmaceuticals, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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IVF showdown: which drug combo gives more usable embryos?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at 846 women doing their first IVF cycle to compare two drug mixes: follitropin delta plus menotropin versus follitropin alfa plus menotropin. The goal was to see which combination leads to more usable embryos and lower costs. Results help doctors choose the mos…
Sponsor: Clinique Ovo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for resistant ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of two drugs, pamiparib and surufatinib, in 29 women with ovarian cancer that stopped responding to platinum chemotherapy and had previously taken PARP inhibitors. The goal was to see if the combo could control the cancer for at least 6 months. The…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New Two-Drug cocktail shows promise against tough cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of two drugs—NT-I7 (efineptakin alfa) and pembrolizumab (Keytruda)—in 215 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to treatment. The goal was to check safety, find the right dose, and see if the combo could shrink tumors. The t…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: NeoImmuneTech • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New combo shows promise for hard-to-treat ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of two drugs, apatinib and etoposide, in 35 women with ovarian cancer that had stopped responding to platinum-based chemotherapy. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink tumors or slow disease progression. Participants took the drugs by…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can tiny acupuncture needles boost fertility in women with low egg supply?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether thumbtack needle acupuncture can improve ovarian function in 240 women aged 18-40 with diminished ovarian reserve (low egg supply). Participants received acupuncture at specific points for up to 4 weeks. The main goals were to see changes in anti-Mülleri…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dongmei Huang • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called BGB-10188, alone or combined with other cancer drugs (zanubrutinib for blood cancers, tislelizumab for solid tumors), in 97 patients whose cancers had returned or stopped responding to treatment. The main goals were to find safe dos…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: BeiGene • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Fertility boost? study tests estradiol and guaifenesin alongside clomiphene
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether adding vaginal estradiol or oral guaifenesin to standard fertility treatment (clomiphene citrate) could improve pregnancy rates. 90 women with infertility were randomly assigned to one of three groups. The goal was to see if these add-ons helped with …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yuzuncu Yil University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for tough ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested whether adding a new drug called LDE225 to standard chemotherapy (paclitaxel) is safe for women with ovarian cancer that no longer responds to platinum-based treatments. Fifteen participants were monitored for side effects and to find the best dose. …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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When to operate? ovarian cancer trial tests best time for surgery after chemo
Disease control CompletedThis trial studied 211 women with advanced ovarian cancer who were not candidates for upfront surgery. Researchers compared having surgery after 3 rounds of chemotherapy versus after 6 rounds. The goal was to see which timing leads to longer disease-free survival. All patients re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: ARCAGY/ GINECO GROUP • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called RP-6306 in 28 people with advanced cancer that could not be cured. The goal was to see if adding RP-6306 to standard treatment helps shrink tumors and is safe. Researchers also looked for specific biomarkers to see if some patients respond bett…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Canadian Cancer Trials Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New cancer pill tested in humans for first time
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested a new oral drug, MSP008-22, in 7 adults with advanced solid tumors (breast, ovarian, prostate, head and neck cancers) that had spread or could not be removed. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effects. This is a first step to s…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Godavari Biorefineries Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Ovarian cancer drug niraparib tested in 850 korean women
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at how effective and safe niraparib is for Korean women with epithelial ovarian cancer. It included 850 patients who took niraparib as maintenance therapy or as a later treatment. Researchers measured how long patients lived without their cancer getting worse an…
Sponsor: Asan Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Could a common cholesterol drug help fight ovarian cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested whether adding simvastatin, a common cholesterol-lowering drug, to standard chemotherapy could slow cancer progression in women with recurrent platinum-sensitive ovarian cancer. 18 participants took simvastatin alongside carboplatin and liposomal dox…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Marc Goodman • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Elderly cancer patients may benefit from geriatric support
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether a special care plan led by a geriatrician and a nurse could improve survival and quality of life for older adults (70+) with advanced cancer. 792 patients with breast, colorectal, lung, prostate, bladder, ovarian cancer, or lymphoma took part. The app…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut Bergonié • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New nanoparticle chemo shows promise in early trial for tough cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called SNB-101 in 21 people with advanced solid tumors (like colorectal, breast, and lung cancers) that had stopped responding to standard treatments. SNB-101 is a nanoparticle version of SN-38, the active part of a common chemotherapy dru…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: SN BioScience • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise in controlling Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called VS-6766, given alone or with everolimus, in 104 adults with advanced solid tumors or multiple myeloma that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal was to find a safe, tolerable dosing schedule and measure h…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New pill shows promise for hard-to-treat ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called IMP4297 in 93 women with advanced ovarian cancer that has a BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutation and has come back after at least two prior treatments. The goal was to see if the drug can shrink tumors or slow the cancer's growth. The drug is taken as …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Impact Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New Immune-Targeting drug tested for stubborn cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called CUE-102 in 42 adults with certain advanced cancers (colorectal, gastric, pancreatic, or ovarian) that had returned or spread despite prior treatments. The drug is designed to help the immune system attack cancer cells that carry a s…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Cue Biopharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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New drug shows promise for Hard-to-Treat ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested a drug called mirvetuximab soravtansine in 79 people with recurrent platinum-sensitive ovarian, peritoneal, or fallopian tube cancers that have high levels of a protein called folate receptor-alpha. The drug is given by IV every three weeks. The main goa…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Less invasive drainage may match surgery for abscess treatment
Disease control CompletedThis trial tested whether a less invasive ultrasound-guided drainage procedure works as well as laparoscopic surgery for treating tubo-ovarian abscess. 208 women with uncomplicated abscess were randomly assigned to one of the two procedures, both combined with antibiotics. The ma…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Can a simple supplement tame PCOS hormones?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether inositol, a natural dietary supplement, can lower high testosterone levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). 154 women took either a placebo or one of three doses of inositol powder for a set period. Researchers measured changes in testoste…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Milton S. Hershey Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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New hope for Platinum-Resistant ovarian cancer: RC88 shows promise in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called RC88 in 43 women with ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancer that stopped responding to platinum chemotherapy. The goal was to see if RC88 alone could shrink tumors and how safe it was. Participants had already tried at least three other…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: RemeGen Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a combination of two experimental drugs (BGB-283 and PD-0325901) in 91 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety and see if the drugs could shrink tumors. The trial is no…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: BeiGene • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New drug RC88 shows promise in early trial for hard-to-treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an experimental drug called RC88 in 198 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal was to find a safe dose and see if the drug could shrink tumors or slow their growth. The study was completed and looked at sid…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: RemeGen Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New drug shows promise in early trial for advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a new drug called BAT8006 in 216 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety and find the best dose for future studies. This is not a cure, but a step toward better control…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Bio-Thera Solutions • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Experimental antibody combo shows promise against tough cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new antibody called ICT01 combined with low-dose interleukin-2 (IL-2) in 56 people with advanced solid tumors like colorectal, ovarian, and pancreatic cancer. The goal was to see if the combo is safe and can shrink tumors. Early results suggest it may help con…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: ImCheck Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Stem cell gene therapy for early menopause: 2.5-Year Follow-Up shows promise
Disease control CompletedThis study followed 86 women under 40 with premature ovarian failure (early menopause) who had received a one-time gene therapy using their own stem cells. The goal was to check long-term safety and see if hormone levels and fertility improved over 2.5 years. No new treatment was…
Sponsor: Ukraine Association of Biobank • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat ovarian cancer: drug combo shows promise in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a new drug called SL-172154 combined with either of two standard chemotherapies in 86 people with ovarian cancer that had stopped responding to platinum-based treatment. The main goals were to check safety and find the best dose. Researchers also loo…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shattuck Labs, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Egg freezing may shield fertility from repeat ovarian cyst surgeries
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether freezing eggs (oocyte cryopreservation) could help preserve fertility in women with benign ovarian cysts that often come back, like endometriomas. The 82 participants had cysts that required multiple surgeries, which can damage the ovaries. Researchers m…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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New Tamoxifen-Like drug tested for stubborn hormone cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested an experimental drug called Z-Endoxifen in 40 adults with hormone receptor-positive cancers (like breast, ovarian, or desmoid tumors) that had stopped responding to standard treatments. Z-Endoxifen is a direct form of tamoxifen's active ingredient, b…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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New pill shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called RP903 in 69 people with advanced solid tumors (like ovarian, breast, or cervical cancer) who had run out of standard options. The main goals were to check safety, find the best dose, and see if the drug shrinks tumors. It is an early-phase tria…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Risen (Suzhou) Pharma Tech Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Tailored chemo regimens tested for frail ovarian cancer patients
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at 120 vulnerable women over 70 with advanced ovarian cancer. It compared three chemotherapy plans: standard two-drug therapy every three weeks, a single drug every three weeks, or a weekly two-drug schedule. The goal was to see which plan allowed patients to co…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Heated chemo plus immunotherapy shows promise for tough ovarian cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether giving the immunotherapy drug nivolumab directly into the abdomen is safe after extensive surgery and heated chemotherapy (HIPEC) for advanced ovarian cancer. 22 adults with recurrent ovarian, peritoneal, or fallopian tube cancer took part. The goal was …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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New cancer drug SGN-B6A tested for safety in chinese patients
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested the safety of a new drug called SGN-B6A in 6 Chinese patients with advanced solid tumors (lung, head and neck, esophageal, stomach cancers). The main goal was to identify side effects and see how the body processes the drug. It is a first step to see…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Seagen, a wholly owned subsidiary of Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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New drug shows promise for rare ovarian cancer in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested the drug nirogacestat in 53 people with recurrent ovarian granulosa cell tumors, a rare type of ovarian cancer. The goal was to see if the drug could shrink tumors or slow the disease. Participants took nirogacestat orally, and researchers measured how m…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: SpringWorks Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Experimental combo shows promise in Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug (TJ004309) combined with an approved immunotherapy (atezolizumab) in 25 people with advanced ovarian, head and neck, lung, gastrointestinal, or triple-negative breast cancers. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink tumors. Participants ha…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: I-Mab Biopharma US Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo shows promise in early ovarian cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tested whether adding the immunotherapy drugs nivolumab (with or without ipilimumab) to standard chemotherapy could be safe for people with advanced high-grade serous ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer. 27 participants received the drug combina…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Old asthma drug shows promise in quiet ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether zafirlukast, an asthma drug, can slow or stop ovarian cancer in people whose only sign of relapse is a rising CA-125 blood marker. Only 5 participants were enrolled. The main goal was to see if the drug could lower CA-125 levels by at least half for a mo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo shows promise in ovarian cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested two immunotherapy drugs, durvalumab and tremelimumab, given with chemotherapy before and after surgery for advanced ovarian cancer. The goal was to see if this combination is safe and feasible. About 69 women with stage IIIC to IV ovarian cancer took part. The r…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: ARCAGY/ GINECO GROUP • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Stem cell shot aims to restore ovarian function in small safety trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage study tested whether a single injection of stem cells from donated umbilical cords is safe for women with premature ovarian insufficiency (early menopause). Only 6 women took part, and the main goal was to check for side effects, not to prove it works. Researcher…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: CHABiotech CO., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Custom-Made vaccine takes on ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 1 trial tested a personalized immunotherapy called TG4050 in 64 women with advanced ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancer who had completed standard chemotherapy and were in complete remission. The treatment is made from each patient's unique tumor mutations an…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Transgene • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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New hope for recurrent ovarian cancer: targeted drug may slow tumor growth
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called trametinib in 260 people with low-grade ovarian or peritoneal cancer that returned or worsened. Trametinib works by blocking certain enzymes that help cancer cells grow. The goal was to see if it works better than standard treatments like hormone t…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Could a custom vaccine help fight ovarian cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a personalized vaccine made from a patient's own immune cells to see if it is safe for people with advanced ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancer. Nineteen participants who had already undergone surgery and chemotherapy received the vaccine. …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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New hope for kids with rare sugar disorder: drug shows promise in trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an experimental drug called AT-007 in 47 children aged 2 to 18 with Classic Galactosemia, a rare genetic disorder that makes it hard to break down a sugar called galactose. The goal was to see if the drug could improve behavior, daily living skills, and language…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Applied Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise in Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested two drugs—sapanisertib and ziv-aflibercept—in 83 people with advanced solid tumors that had spread or could not be removed. The goal was to find the safest dose and check for side effects. Sapanisertib blocks enzymes that help cancer cells grow, whil…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Experimental drug duo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a combination of two experimental drugs, vobramitamab duocarmazine and lorigerlimab, in 31 people with advanced solid tumors like prostate, melanoma, and pancreatic cancer. The main goal was to check safety and find the right dose. Participants recei…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: MacroGenics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for resistant ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called relacorilant combined with chemotherapy (nab-paclitaxel) in 178 women with ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancer that came back and no longer responds to platinum-based treatments. The goal was to see if the combination helps keep the c…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Corcept Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Ovarian cancer hope: new combo shows promise in shrinking tumors before surgery
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested whether adding an experimental drug (MK-4830) to standard chemotherapy and pembrolizumab (Keytruda) could better shrink high-grade serous ovarian cancer before surgery. 160 participants with stage III or IV disease received either the standard regimen or…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Cord blood plasma could repair thin uterine lining
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether platelet-rich plasma from umbilical cord blood can thicken the endometrium (uterine lining) in women with Asherman's syndrome or endometrial atrophy. Fifteen women received an injection of the plasma into the uterine wall during a hysteroscopy, along wit…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fundación IVI • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial tested two immunotherapy drugs, durvalumab and tremelimumab, in 100 women with ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancer that had come back or stopped responding to platinum-based chemotherapy. The study compared giving the drugs together versus one after …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 19:06 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise against resistant ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 2 trial tested whether adding afuresertib (an AKT inhibitor) to standard paclitaxel chemotherapy helps control platinum-resistant ovarian cancer better than paclitaxel alone. 150 women with this difficult-to-treat cancer participated. The study measured how long the ca…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Laekna Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:45 UTC
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New drug ESG401 shows promise in early trial for advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an experimental drug called ESG401 in 156 people with advanced solid tumors (including breast, lung, and colorectal cancers) who had no other treatment options. The goal was to check the drug's safety, find the right dose, and see if it could shrink tumors. The …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Escugen Biotechnology Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:43 UTC
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New hope for Platinum-Resistant ovarian cancer: BD0801 combo trial completed
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 3 trial tested whether adding the experimental drug BD0801 to standard chemotherapy can help women with recurrent ovarian cancer that no longer responds to platinum-based treatments. The study enrolled 421 participants and compared the combination to chemotherapy alone…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Jiangsu Simcere Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:25 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) to standard chemotherapy before surgery helps women with stage IV ovarian cancer. 91 participants received either chemo alone or chemo plus pembrolizumab, followed by surgery. The goal was t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: ARCAGY/ GINECO GROUP • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:25 UTC
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New cancer drug karonudib tested for first time in humans
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug, Karonudib, in 63 people with advanced solid tumors that had not responded to standard treatments. The main goal was to check the drug's safety and find the best dose. Researchers also looked at how the drug moves through the body and any …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Thomas Helleday Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:08 UTC
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Experimental combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested the combination of two drugs—trabectedin and durvalumab—in 40 people with advanced soft-tissue sarcoma or ovarian cancer that had not responded to prior treatments. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Researchers also lo…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Institut Bergonié • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:10 UTC
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Experimental Vaccine-Like therapy targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested an experimental immunotherapy called ELI-002 in 25 people with KRAS-mutated pancreatic, colorectal, lung, ovarian, or bile duct cancers who had signs of remaining disease after standard treatment. The therapy aims to train the immune system to attack…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Elicio Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:30 UTC
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New scan could spot hidden cancers
Diagnosis CompletedThis completed Phase 1 study tested a new radioactive imaging agent called [123I]I-DARPIN-Ec1 in 10 people with lung or ovarian cancer. The goal was to see how the agent spreads in the body and whether it can help spot tumors on SPECT scans. Researchers compared the new scan resu…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Tomsk National Research Medical Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New imaging agent targets LRRC15 to sharpen cancer diagnosis
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tests a special SPECT imaging agent that seeks out a protein called LRRC15, found on many aggressive cancers like pancreatic, breast, lung, and brain tumors. The goal is to see if this scan can help doctors diagnose and stage these cancers more accurately. Healthy volu…
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a vaginal fluid test spot ovarian cancer earlier?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at whether fluid collected from behind the vagina (culdocentesis) can help diagnose ovarian cancer. Researchers measured tumor markers CA-125 and HE4 in the fluid of 52 women scheduled for surgery. They also checked a urine sample for estrogen ratios. The goal w…
Sponsor: Southern Illinois University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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DNA blood test could catch ovarian cancer sooner
Diagnosis CompletedThis study aimed to find DNA markers in the blood that could help detect a serious type of ovarian cancer early. Researchers compared DNA from women with and without ovarian cancer to identify differences. The goal is to develop a simple blood test for earlier diagnosis. Ten wome…
Sponsor: Baylor Research Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Glow-in-the-Dark dye helps surgeons find hidden cancer spots
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new imaging system that uses a fluorescent dye to help surgeons see cancer that has spread to the lining of the abdomen (peritoneum) during surgery. 18 adults with stomach, ovarian, or mesothelioma cancers that had spread to the abdomen were injected with the …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Lumicell, Inc. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Light-Based test could spot ovarian cancer sooner
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a light-based technique called Raman spectroscopy to find ovarian cancer in blood and tissue samples. Researchers looked at samples from 160 women with symptoms or undergoing treatment. The goal was to see if this method can help detect cancer earlier and tell t…
Sponsor: University of Exeter • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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New markers may spot ovarian cancer earlier
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at whether adding a new tumor marker (HE4) and using special scoring systems (ROMA and RMI) can better tell the difference between harmless ovarian cysts and ovarian cancer. Researchers measured CA125 and HE4 levels in 221 women scheduled for ovarian cyst surger…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Departemental Vendee • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New MRI trick sharpens ovarian lesion diagnosis
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at whether adding a special MRI measurement (called ADC) to the standard scoring system helps doctors more accurately tell if ovarian growths are cancerous. Researchers reviewed MRI scans from 66 women with suspicious ovarian lesions found on ultrasound. The goa…
Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Can removing ovaries prevent cancer in High-Risk women? new study investigates
Prevention CompletedThis study followed 40 women at high genetic risk for ovarian cancer due to BRCA mutations or strong family history. One group chose to have their ovaries and fallopian tubes removed to prevent cancer, while the other group opted for regular CA-125 blood tests every 3 months to c…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New drug combo may prevent dangerous ovarian condition in fertility patients
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether giving albumin and furosemide right after egg retrieval can prevent severe ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) in women at high risk during ICSI. OHSS can cause swelling, fluid buildup, and sometimes hospitalization. The trial involved 200 women and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Al-Nahrain University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Single dose of esketamine during surgery may ward off Post-Op depression in ovarian cancer patients
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether giving a low dose of esketamine during ovarian cancer surgery could prevent depressive symptoms that often follow. 568 women undergoing cytoreductive surgery received either esketamine or a placebo. Researchers measured depression using a standard questi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zhejiang Cancer Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Babble boot camp: could early talk therapy stop speech delays in rare disease?
Prevention CompletedThis study tested a program called Babble Boot Camp for babies with classic galactosemia, a rare condition that often causes speech and language problems. The program started when babies were 2 to 24 months old and involved weekly online coaching for parents from a speech therapi…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Arizona State University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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New drug M701 aims to stop Cancer-Related fluid buildup without drains
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a drug called M701, given directly into the belly, combined with standard cancer therapy, for people with malignant ascites (fluid buildup) from stomach, colon, or ovarian cancer. The goal was to see if M701 could delay the need for fluid drainage and improve su…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Wuhan YZY Biopharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Online program helps ovarian cancer survivors feel better
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a web-based program to improve quality of life and reduce stress in ovarian cancer survivors. 326 women participated, comparing a mindfulness program to a healthy lifestyle program. The goal was to see if the online programs could help with stress, anxiety, mood…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Susan Lutgendorf • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Cancer Survivors' sex drive gets a boost: bupropion shows promise
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether bupropion, a medication that affects brain chemicals, can improve low sexual desire in women who have had breast or gynecologic cancer. About 230 women took either bupropion or a placebo pill for 9 weeks. The main goal was to see if their self-reported s…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: NRG Oncology • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Can a nurse and an app improve life after gynecologic cancer?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a new way to follow up with gynecologic cancer survivors. Instead of seeing a doctor every time, patients saw a nurse at every other visit and used a smartphone app to help manage their health. The goal was to see if this approach improved self-management skills…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sorlandet Hospital HF • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New smartphone app aims to ease cancer symptoms for women
Symptom relief CompletedThis study developed and tested a smartphone app to help Taiwanese women with gynecological cancer learn about their condition and manage symptoms. 67 women used the app, which included a chatbot and educational content. Researchers measured changes in symptom distress, informati…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Can pelvic PT help cancer survivors regain sexual health?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether a 10-week pelvic physical therapy program is practical for gynecologic cancer survivors who have sexual problems. Twenty survivors were enrolled to see if they could stick with the program and if it improved their sexual function and quality of life. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Can brain training ease 'Chemo Brain' in gynecologic cancer survivors?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a home-based cognitive training program called BrainHQ in 60 women with gynecologic cancers who had memory or thinking problems after chemotherapy. Participants used the app for about 2.5 hours per week for 10 weeks. The goal was to see if the program was practi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New support program aims to ease cancer Patients' transition home from hospital
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a program called BOLSTER, designed to give extra support to people with gynecologic or gastrointestinal cancers and their caregivers after a hospital stay. The goal was to see if the program was practical and well-liked. 121 adults with complex care needs took p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Acupressure shows promise for cancer fatigue
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether acupressure, a technique from Traditional Chinese Medicine, can ease fatigue in ovarian cancer survivors. 171 women who had completed primary cancer treatment were taught to apply pressure to specific points on their bodies daily for six weeks. The study…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New study tests drug to ease pain during fertility treatment for endometriosis patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested whether the drug letrozole can reduce pain during ovarian stimulation in 60 women with endometriosis. Participants received either letrozole or a placebo daily, and researchers measured changes in pain scores. The goal is to find a way to make fertility …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Talking through cancer: can couples therapy ease the emotional toll?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a program that teaches couples communication skills when one partner has advanced cancer. About 440 patients and their partners took part, with half receiving the training and half getting general healthy living information. The goal was to see if the training c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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New online program boosts sexual health for young breast cancer survivors
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested an online nurse-led program to help young women who had breast cancer improve their sexual health, body image, and menopausal symptoms. 43 women who finished treatment within the last five years took part in eight weekly sessions. The program aimed to see if it …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Arkansas • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Flushing technique may boost egg retrieval in women with low ovarian reserve
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether flushing follicles with a special needle during egg retrieval helps women who produce few eggs in IVF. 257 women with fewer than 5 mature follicles were randomly assigned to standard aspiration or aspiration plus flushing. The goal was to see if flushing…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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New drug combo cuts chemo nausea in half for gynecologic cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether adding the drug aprepitant to standard anti-nausea medicine helps women with gynecologic cancers (like ovarian or cervical cancer) who are getting chemotherapy. 143 women took part. The goal was to see if the extra drug could better prevent nausea and vo…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sichuan Cancer Hospital and Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Brain zaps boost balance in breast cancer survivors
Symptom relief CompletedThis pilot study tested whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS could improve balance and thinking in older women who had chemotherapy for breast cancer. 48 women aged 50-85 took part. The results will show if this approach can help with common side effects…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Targeted radiation shows promise for recurrent gynecologic cancers
Symptom relief CompletedThis early-phase study tested a precise type of radiation called stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) in 15 women whose ovarian or uterine cancer had come back in a limited area. The main goal was to find the safest dose and check for side effects. Researchers also looked a…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Heated chemo during surgery may ease life for advanced ovarian cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether giving heated chemotherapy directly into the abdomen during surgery can improve quality of life for people with advanced ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancer. Fifty participants received the treatment after standard chemotherapy. Researchers mea…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Smartphone app aims to ease ovarian cancer treatment side effects
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a mobile app designed to help doctors keep track of symptoms in women with advanced ovarian cancer. Ten patients used the app, which combined their medical records with regular symptom reports. The goal was to see if this information helped the care team make be…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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New therapy aims to ease cancer Survivors' fear of return
Symptom relief CompletedThis study adapted a 6-session behavioral therapy called FORT for Turkish breast and ovarian cancer survivors to help them manage fear of cancer recurrence. Researchers worked with 100 participants to translate and test the therapy, measuring changes in fear, anxiety, and quality…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Maltepe University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Vitamin b may shield ovarian cancer patients from chemo nerve damage
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether taking daily vitamin B complex can help prevent or reduce nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy) caused by the chemotherapy drug paclitaxel in women with ovarian cancer. 146 adult women took part. Half took vitamin B pills every day for 6 months while get…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute, Egypt • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Could an antidepressant tame hot flashes without hormones?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether paroxetine, a common antidepressant, can reduce hot flashes and night sweats in women who entered menopause after surgery. 90 women took either paroxetine or a placebo daily for 6 months. The goal was to see if paroxetine could be a safer alternative to …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:20 UTC
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Fiber pills may ease radiation side effects for pelvic cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis completed phase 3 trial tested whether taking psyllium husk fiber capsules during pelvic radiation therapy could reduce gut inflammation and urgency symptoms. 354 adults with pelvic cancers (like rectal, prostate, or gynecological) took either fiber or placebo capsules daily…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sahlgrenska University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:22 UTC
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Can a smartphone app and fitbit ease cancer treatment? new study says maybe.
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a smartphone app (HOPE or SMART) paired with a Fitbit could help women with recurrent gynecologic cancer manage symptoms and improve quality of life during chemotherapy. 102 women participated, using the app to track symptoms and receive advice, while we…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:54 UTC
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Protein 'Fingerprint' blood test could warn of ovarian cancer return
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at proteins in the blood of women with ovarian, peritoneal, or fallopian tube cancer who are in remission. The goal is to find a protein pattern, or 'fingerprint,' that signals when the cancer might come back. Researchers followed 119 women with stage III or IV c…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hormone therapy may boost sex life in early menopause, study hopes
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study follows 135 women with premature ovarian failure (early menopause) to see if hormone replacement therapy improves their sexual quality of life. Participants fill out questionnaires about sexual function and well-being before starting treatment and again 6 months later.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Microbiome clues in early ovarian failure: study compares bacteria in women with POI and healthy controls
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at gut and vaginal bacteria in 20 women with premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) and 20 healthy women of similar age. POI causes ovaries to stop working normally before age 40, affecting hormones and fertility. Researchers collected stool, vaginal swabs, blood…
Sponsor: Westlake University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Stem cell transplant leaves many women with hidden gynecological issues
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 51 women who had a stem cell transplant for acute leukemia as adults. Researchers wanted to find out how many had gynecological problems like early menopause, vaginal graft-versus-host disease, or cervical issues two years after transplant. They also checked …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Blood test may predict cancer spread in women
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at whether a simple blood test (liquid biopsy) can help track breast, ovarian, and endometrial cancers. Researchers analyzed circulating tumor cells in 150 women to see if these cells could predict the risk of cancer spreading or how well treatment wor…
Sponsor: Tomsk National Research Medical Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Lab study tests antibody that could unlock immune attack on liver cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at a new antibody called anti-SIRPα as a potential immunotherapy for liver cancer. Researchers used blood and tissue samples from 30 liver cancer patients to see how the antibody affects immune cells. The goal was to understand whether blocking the SIR…
Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Phone calls or brochures? study finds best way to get cancer survivors genetic help
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at two ways to help breast and ovarian cancer survivors get genetic counseling: a mailed brochure or a phone call with a health coach. About 668 women took part. The goal was to see which method led more people to actually get genetic counseling or testing. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Blood test score may guide ovarian cancer treatment decisions
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at whether a score called KELIM can predict how well ovarian cancer patients respond to maintenance treatment with PARP inhibitors after initial chemotherapy. Researchers will analyze data from 243 patients who took part in the PAOLA-1 trial. If KELIM proves usef…
Sponsor: ARCAGY/ GINECO GROUP • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Texts and nudges may help more people get cancer genetic testing
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested three types of messages to encourage genetic testing in 1,283 people at risk for hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. Participants received an electronic health record message, then a text message, then a doctor's reminder if needed. The goal was to see which a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Scientists dig into the mysteries of x and y chromosomes
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 112 people with known differences in their sex chromosomes (X and Y) to better understand how these variations affect health, especially infertility. Participants underwent physical exams, blood and urine tests, imaging, and sensory checks over about 5 days. …
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Study probes how pelvic cancer strains Couples' intimacy
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 40 women with cervical, uterine, or ovarian cancer to see how their relationship and sexual communication changed from diagnosis to 3 months after treatment. Participants filled out questionnaires about their sexual activity, desire, and discomfort. The goal w…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Ovarian cancer genetics under the microscope: no treatment, just knowledge
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 1,500 women with advanced ovarian, peritoneal, or fallopian tube cancer to see how genetic changes in their tumors relate to how the disease progresses. Researchers collected tumor samples and medical data to find links between DNA abnormalities and outcomes …
Sponsor: ARCAGY/ GINECO GROUP • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Fertility hormone absorption measured in healthy women
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how two fertility hormones, FSH and hCG, are absorbed after daily injections in 28 healthy women. The goal was to understand the drug's behavior in the body, not to treat infertility directly. Results will help design better ovarian stimulation treatments for…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: IBSA Institut Biochimique SA • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Family study aims to unlock secrets of hereditary breast and ovarian cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study enrolled 377 individuals and families with a high risk of breast or ovarian cancer due to known or suspected genetic factors. Researchers collected medical records, questionnaires, and biological samples to better understand the disease's natural history and …
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Real-World data on ovarian cancer treatments collected in russia
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how doctors in Russia treat a specific type of ovarian cancer called HRD-positive. Researchers collected information from 414 patients to understand what treatments they received and how they fared. The goal was to describe real-world practice, not to test a …
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New digital platform aims to break the silence around hereditary cancer in families
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a digital health platform to help people with a hereditary risk of breast and ovarian cancer share their genetic test results with family members. Researchers worked with 128 participants in Switzerland and Korea to see if the tool reduced distress and improved …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Basel • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Real-World check: ovarian cancer drug niraparib under the microscope
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked back at 388 women with advanced ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancer who were taking the drug niraparib as maintenance therapy. Researchers wanted to see how often serious side effects happened and how patients used the drug in real-life UK clinics. No …
Sponsor: Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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PCOS puzzle: does a key hormone drop trigger ovulation?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 30 women with PCOS who had trouble ovulating. Researchers measured a hormone called AMH while giving low doses of FSH to see if a drop in AMH happens when an egg follicle starts to grow. The goal was to better understand why ovulation fails in PCOS, not to te…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Researchers measure breathing, strength, and quality of life in hospitalized endocrine patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed observational study at Uşak University examined 150 adults hospitalized in the endocrinology department. Researchers measured breathing, muscle strength, pain, fatigue, sleep quality, physical activity, balance, and nerve function. The goal was to better understand…
Sponsor: Uşak University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Embarrassment may be costing lives: study probes why women delay cancer checks
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study interviewed 12 women diagnosed with gynaecological cancers (ovarian, womb, cervical, vulval, or vaginal) to understand what made them seek help or delay. Researchers focused on embarrassment and other barriers to early doctor visits. The goal is to use these insights t…
Sponsor: NHS Grampian • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Ovarian tumor study probes hidden emotional toll
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 60 women who had surgery for borderline or benign ovarian tumors. Researchers used questionnaires to measure anxiety, depression, body image, and sexual health. The goal was to understand the emotional and psychosexual impact of a borderline tumor diagnosis c…
Sponsor: Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Can an app help your doctor know your family health risks?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a family history app can help doctors collect and use information about patients' family health risks. Over 600 adults aged 30-69 took part. The goal was to see if the app leads to better screening and genetic referrals for conditions like cancer, heart …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Do surgery quality rules save lives in ovarian cancer?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study reviewed over 11,000 patients with advanced ovarian cancer to see if hospitals that follow ten specific quality standards for surgery have better outcomes. The research looked at how long patients lived without their cancer getting worse and overall survival. The goal …
Sponsor: European Society of Gynaecological Oncology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Joint pain from cancer drug measured in new study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at how often joint pain occurs in 71 people with ovarian, colorectal, or lung cancer who were taking the drug bevacizumab. Participants filled out a questionnaire about their joint pain over 6 months. The goal was to better understand this side effect.
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Can a custom exercise plan help cancer patients on chemo? small study says maybe
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a flexible, personalized exercise program is practical for cancer patients receiving chemotherapy. Twenty-one adults with breast, ovarian, or colorectal cancer took part. The main goal was to see if patients would join, attend, and stick with the exercis…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Dublin, Trinity College • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Ovarian cancer surgery: does following guidelines save money and improve life quality?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether following national guidelines for ovarian cancer surgery is cost-effective. Researchers measured the cost per quality-adjusted life year (QALY) over three years in 200 women with advanced ovarian cancer. The goal was to understand the economic impact …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Scientists examine immune clues in ovarian cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at tumor samples from 687 women with advanced high-grade serous ovarian cancer who were treated with chemotherapy. Researchers examined different types of immune cells in the tumors to see if they were linked to how well patients did. The goal was to b…
Sponsor: Hellenic Cooperative Oncology Group • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Routine BRCA testing for ovarian cancer patients proves feasible in irish study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether it is practical to routinely check ovarian cancer tumors for BRCA gene mutations in the clinic. Researchers enrolled 200 patients with high-grade serous or endometrioid ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer. They used blood and tumor samp…
Sponsor: Cancer Trials Ireland • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New biomarker may predict which cancer drugs work best
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study tested whether a new biomarker called 'mass response' can predict how well a cancer therapy will work. Researchers collected tumor cells from 72 patients with various cancers through fluid drainage or biopsies. The goal was to see if this biomarker could guid…
Sponsor: Travera Inc • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Ovarian cancer drug safety check: what side effects did 354 patients report?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at side effects of the drug niraparib (Zedula) in 354 people with ovarian cancer. Participants took niraparib capsules once a day as part of their normal care, and doctors recorded any side effects for one year. The main focus was on serious side effects like lo…
Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Could T-DXd outperform standard care for multiple HER2-Positive cancers? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at whether the drug T-DXd works better than standard treatments for people with several types of HER2-positive solid tumors. Researchers will compare data from previous T-DXd trials with real-world medical records of patients who received standard care. The goal …
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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PCOS hair diagnosis study seeks better measurement tools
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to find the best way to diagnose excess hair growth (hirsutism) and hair loss in women with PCOS. Researchers studied 1330 women to determine the most accurate scoring method. The goal is to improve diagnosis and understanding of these common symptoms.
Sponsor: Jagiellonian University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Could a simple ultrasound tell PCOS apart from a rare hormone disorder?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study used 2D and 3D ultrasound to measure uterine and endometrium volume in 648 women with PCOS or HPOD, two conditions that cause irregular periods. The goal was to see if these measurements could help tell the two disorders apart. The study did not test any trea…
Sponsor: Jagiellonian University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Survey reveals hidden toll of irregular periods on Women's lives
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at how ovulation disorders affect quality of life in nearly 1,000 women aged 18-45 with irregular periods. Participants filled out a 36-question survey covering physical, emotional, and social well-being. The goal was to compare two groups: those with …
Sponsor: Jagiellonian University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Real-World rucaparib data: a closer look at ovarian cancer treatment
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study reviewed medical records of 51 women with ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancer who received the drug rucaparib in real-world clinics, not just in strict trials. Researchers looked at patient history, side effects, dosing, and how long the drug kept cancer from…
Sponsor: Grupo Español de Investigación en Cáncer de Ovario • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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PET scans may improve chemo decisions for abdominal cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis pilot study looked at whether repeated FDG-PET/CT scans can help select patients and evaluate how well a special chemotherapy (PIPAC) works for cancer that has spread to the lining of the abdomen. 34 patients with various abdominal cancers were included. The goal was to see …
Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Robot vs. standard surgery: which is safer for Women's cancers?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 386 women with cervical, uterine, or ovarian cancer to compare standard laparoscopic surgery versus robot-assisted laparoscopic surgery. The goal was to see which approach causes fewer complications within six months after the operation. Researchers tracked s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Michigan study tests ways to boost genetic testing in cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a special website or coaching phone calls could help more people with a personal or family history of certain cancers get genetic testing. Over 800 participants were randomly assigned to one of these two methods or to standard care. The goal was to se…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Cancer drug olaparib may cause folate deficiency, small study finds
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study checked if the cancer drug olaparib causes low folate (folic acid) levels in the blood. Ten women with advanced ovarian or breast cancer participated. Researchers measured folate levels and looked for related drops in hemoglobin. The goal was to understand side effects…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Chatbot coaches cancer survivors on genetic testing
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a digital chatbot (called CATALYST) to help cancer survivors learn about genetic testing for inherited cancer risk. Fifty adults who had certain cancers (like breast, ovarian, or prostate) used the chatbot or received usual care. The goal was to see if the chatb…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Blood clues: new study looks at tumor cells in ovarian cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 30 women with advanced ovarian cancer to count and examine tumor cells found in their blood. The goal was to see if these cells could help predict how the disease might progress or respond to treatment. The results may lead to better ways to monitor the disea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institute of Oncology Ljubljana • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Large study looks at how a 25-Gene cancer test affects patients and families
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how a genetic test that checks 25 genes linked to hereditary cancers is used in clinics. Over 1,500 people with a personal or family history of cancer took part. Researchers collected blood samples and had participants fill out questionnaires over five years …
Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Surgery's hidden toll: new study tracks quality of life in gynecologic cancer survivors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study followed 40 women who had standard surgery for gynecologic cancers (endometrial, cervical, ovarian, or fallopian tube). Researchers measured changes in quality of life and checked for lower limb lymphedema (leg swelling). The goal was to learn how surgery aff…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institute of Oncology Ljubljana • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Study reveals metabolic changes in gynecologic cancer patients after treatment
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how a single round of chemotherapy or immunotherapy changes the way the body uses energy and fats in women with gynecologic cancers. Researchers measured breathing and blood markers in 43 participants before and after treatment. The goal was to learn more abo…
Sponsor: University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Ovarian cancer study probes Mind-Body link to tumor growth
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how behavioral factors, hormones, and natural body chemicals might influence tumor growth in ovarian cancer. Researchers studied 613 women with ovarian cancer to understand these connections. The goal was to gather knowledge, not to test a treatment.
Sponsor: Susan Lutgendorf • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Cancer moonshot study banks tissue to unlock genetic secrets
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study collected blood and tumor tissue from 64 patients with advanced cancers (like melanoma, breast, lung, and kidney cancer) to study genetic changes and treatment resistance. The samples are stored for future research, including genomic analysis. No new treatmen…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Surgical check: are doctors fully removing fallopian tubes to prevent ovarian cancer?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at how often fallopian tubes are completely removed when women have surgery to remove an ovary and tube (adnexectomy). The goal was to improve the surgical technique to lower the risk of ovarian cancer. 115 women participated, and researchers checked f…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Ghent • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Robots vs. surgeons: which is better for hysterectomy?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study compared robot-assisted laparoscopy using the Senhance Surgical System to conventional laparoscopy for hysterectomy and other uterine surgeries. Researchers measured operating time, blood loss, and safety in 78 patients. The goal was to see if the robot offers advantag…
Sponsor: University Hospital Tuebingen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Fertility drug levels measured in healthy women
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how a single injection of Gonadotropins-IBSA, a fertility drug, is processed by the body. It involved 29 healthy women of childbearing age. The goal was to measure hormone levels and check for side effects, not to treat infertility directly.
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: IBSA Institut Biochimique SA • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Can a simple shake before surgery help ovarian cancer patients?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether it's possible to give ovarian cancer patients a special nutrition shake for seven days before their surgery. 23 patients took part to see if they would stick with the program. The goal was just to see if the program was doable, not to measure health b…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Which nerve block combo best eases pain after gynecologic cancer surgery?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 94 patients who had major abdominal surgery for gynecologic cancers. Researchers compared pain relief from a standard nerve block (TAP block) alone versus combining it with another block (QLB or RSB). The goal was to see which approach reduced pain and opioid…
Sponsor: Dr Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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2000 women studied to uncover hidden patterns in endometriosis
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study analyzed 2000 women who had surgery for endometriosis to see if the lesions tend to appear more on the right or left side of the pelvis. By carefully recording the location of each lesion during surgery, researchers hope to learn more about how endometriosis develops. …
Sponsor: Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda, Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Scientists probe muscle mysteries in cancer weight loss
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at how muscle energy use differs in women with ovarian or endometrial cancer who are losing weight, depending on their body mass index (BMI). Researchers took blood samples, muscle biopsies, and fat tissue from 70 women during surgery. The goal was to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Tours • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Menopause timing linked to mental health? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 136 women to see if the age they entered menopause is linked to anxiety and depression. Researchers compared women with early menopause (before age 40) to those with natural menopause after 40. Participants filled out standard anxiety questionnaires during a …
Sponsor: Ankara City Hospital Bilkent • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Dye test aims to improve ovarian cancer staging
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested if a special dye (ICG) can help surgeons find the first lymph nodes that ovarian cancer might spread to. 48 women having ovary surgery took part. The goal was to see if the dye works well for this purpose, which could help doctors better understand and stage the…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Smart devices track cancer recovery at home
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether using at-home monitoring devices (like a wristband pedometer, scale, and blood pressure cuff) can help improve care for cancer patients after they leave the hospital following surgery. 22 patients with various cancers participated. The goal was to see if…
Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Saliva swabs could replace needles for virus monitoring in ovarian cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether saliva samples can be used to remotely monitor cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection in people receiving treatment for ovarian cancer. Researchers compared saliva and blood samples from 49 participants, collected either at the clinic or at home. The goal was t…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Space Travel's hidden effect on Women's bodies: new study reveals clues
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how lying with the head tilted down—mimicking the fluid shifts of space—changes blood flow in the uterus and ovaries. Twenty healthy women participated. Researchers used ultrasound to measure blood flow before and during the head-down position. The goal is to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ceren UNAL • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Blood mineral levels may differ in women's reproductive diseases
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study measured 14 trace elements in blood samples from 40 women with endometriosis, ovarian cancer, endometrial cancer, or healthy controls. Researchers wanted to see if levels of elements like iron, selenium, or lead differ between these groups. The goal is to find clues th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cumhuriyet University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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New study reveals how personalized breast cancer risk news impacts Women's emotions
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how women feel and think after getting a personalized estimate of their breast cancer risk. Researchers used a special computer model (BOADICEA) to give each woman a risk score based on her genes. The goal was to see if this personalized information changes h…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut Curie • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Can exosomes boost egg maturation in women with low ovarian reserve?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis early study looked at whether adding a woman's own exosomes (tiny particles from her cells) to the liquid used to grow eggs in the lab could help more eggs mature. 32 women with low ovarian reserve took part. The goal was to see if the method was safe and worked, but no embr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Biotech Fertility C.A. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Chicken eggs used to grow patient cancer cells in new automated system
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether an automated system can grow cancer cells from patient samples (blood, fluid, or tumor tissue) inside chicken eggs. Researchers aimed to see if at least half of the samples would successfully grow. The goal is to create a better, cheaper way to study can…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Taiwan study reveals HER2 rates in Hard-to-Treat gynecologic cancers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at medical records from 509 adults in Taiwan to find out how often advanced cervical, endometrial, and ovarian cancers have a specific marker called HER2 IHC 3+. Researchers also described the patients' health details to better understand who might benefit from …
Sponsor: Daiichi Sankyo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Large Real-World study tracks olaparib side effects in chinese patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study observed over 1,000 Chinese patients with ovarian or prostate cancer who were already taking or starting the drug olaparib. Researchers tracked side effects and how doctors managed them in everyday practice. The goal was to better understand the drug's safety in this s…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Olaparib's Real-World impact on BRCA ovarian cancer examined
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked back at medical records of 342 women in Europe with advanced ovarian cancer and a BRCA gene mutation. All had taken the drug olaparib (Lynparza) as their first maintenance treatment after initial chemotherapy. Researchers tracked how long patients lived without …
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Teen bone health under the microscope: new study looks at why some girls develop weak bones
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked back at the medical records of 74 adolescent girls aged 12 to 21 who had bone density scans. Researchers wanted to find out which girls are most at risk for low bone density (osteopenia or osteoporosis), especially those with missed periods or other gy…
Sponsor: Bagcilar Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:13 UTC
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Study reveals hidden toll of chemo: taste loss and muscle wasting in gynecologic cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 102 women with ovarian, fallopian tube, or endometrial cancer through six cycles of standard chemotherapy (carboplatin and paclitaxel). Researchers measured taste changes, muscle loss, and nutritional decline at the start, halfway, and end of treatment. The go…
Sponsor: Ankara Etlik City Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:47 UTC