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This Phase 2 trial tests a new way to give radiation for sinus cancer after endoscopic surgery. Instead of radiating the whole sinus area, doctors will use a 'dose painting' technique that targets only the areas where cancer was found. The goal is to see if this reduces side effe…

This phase 3 trial tests a new long-acting version of the drug octreotide (Debio 4126) for people with acromegaly, a condition caused by too much growth hormone. The drug is given as a shot every 12 weeks, instead of the usual monthly injections. The study will compare it to a pl…

This study tests whether a less invasive surgery called sentinel lymph node biopsy can replace standard neck dissection for early-stage oral cavity cancer. About 686 patients will be randomly assigned to one of the two procedures. The goal is to see if the gentler approach mainta…

This study tests whether a balloon coated with the drug paclitaxel, used during standard sinus surgery, can reduce the need for additional procedures or medications in adults with chronic sinusitis. About 300 participants will receive either the drug-coated balloon or a plain bal…

This study tests a new drug called Lu AG13909 in 18 adults with Cushing's disease, a rare condition where the body produces too much cortisol. The goal is to see if the drug can safely lower cortisol levels to normal. Participants will receive the drug through an IV or injection,…

This early-phase trial is testing whether a drug called camonsertib, combined with a precise type of radiation, can help control head and neck cancers that have come back or cannot be removed by surgery. About 39 adults with these cancers will receive the drug along with focused …

This study tests a single surgery that combines sinus endoscopy with oral surgery to treat sinusitis caused by dental issues. 36 adults who haven't improved with standard dental or medical care will receive this procedure. The goal is to see if this combined approach works better…

This study will compare three FDA-approved biologic drugs (dupilumab, omalizumab, and mepolizumab) in 504 adults with chronic sinusitis and nasal polyps. The goal is to see which drug works best for different patients and whether simple tests can predict who will improve the most…

This early-stage study tests an experimental pill called CRN04894 in 18 adults with Cushing's syndrome caused by too much ACTH hormone. The drug works by blocking the receptor that ACTH acts on, aiming to lower cortisol levels and control the disease. The main goals are to check …

This early-phase trial is testing a new drug, FOG-001, in about 595 people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors, including colorectal, prostate, and liver cancers. The drug is given alone or with other cancer treatments to see if it is safe and shrinks tumors. The study is cu…

This study tests a drug called afatinib in 25 adults with Fanconi anemia who have advanced head and neck cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. Afatinib is a pill that blocks a protein helping cancer grow. The goal is to see if it can shrink tumors and control the disease. Res…

This early-phase study tests whether adding the experimental drug ipatasertib to standard chemotherapy and radiation is safe and effective for people with advanced head and neck cancer. Ipatasertib may help stop cancer cell growth. About 46 participants will receive the combinati…

This study follows 900 adults with severe chronic sinusitis and nasal polyps who are taking biologic drugs. Researchers will track how these treatments affect quality of life, symptoms, and side effects over 5 years. The goal is to see which patients benefit most based on their h…

This phase 2 trial tests a combination of two drugs—becotatug vedotin (a targeted antibody-drug conjugate) and epirubicin (a standard chemo)—in 40 people with EGFR-positive, recurrent sinonasal adenoid cystic carcinoma that cannot be surgically removed. The goal is to shrink the …

This study is for people with a rare sinus cancer called sinonasal adenoid cystic carcinoma. The treatment delivers high-dose chemotherapy directly to the tumor through a small tube in an artery, aiming to shrink it as much as possible. After three sessions, doctors check if the …

This study tests a drug called tocilizumab, already used for arthritis, in children and young adults with a rare brain tumor called adamantinomatous craniopharyngioma that has come back or is growing. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink the tumor or stop it from growing. Ab…

This study is testing a drug called Tovorafenib for children and young adults with craniopharyngioma, a rare, non-cancerous brain tumor that can cause serious health problems. The drug is taken by mouth and works by blocking a protein that helps the tumor grow. The trial aims to …

This study tests giving chemotherapy and immunotherapy before standard surgery for head and neck cancer. The goal is to shrink tumors enough so that surgeons can perform less extensive, function-preserving operations, reducing damage to swallowing, speech, and vision. The trial e…

This study tests a special plate that dissolves over time, placed during nose surgery to remove pituitary tumors. The plate supports the skull base to prevent spinal fluid leaks, a common complication. About 126 people aged 1 to 80 with sellar tumors will be randomly assigned to …

This study is testing proton radiation as a treatment for adults with benign or slow-growing brain tumors. Researchers want to see how well it controls tumor growth and how it affects quality of life and side effects. About 100 participants will receive proton radiation and be fo…

This study tests an oral drug called MEKTOVI (binimetinib) in children and young adults with a rare brain tumor called adamantinomatous craniopharyngioma. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink or control the tumor in patients whose tumor has come back after treatment. About 3…

This phase 2 trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab to standard chemotherapy can shrink advanced squamous cell cancers of the nasal cavity and sinuses better than chemotherapy alone. About 35 adults with newly diagnosed, untreated stage II to IVb disease …

This study tests whether a higher dose of the drug cabergoline, taken for about 6 months, can achieve lasting remission in women with small prolactinomas (non-cancerous pituitary tumors that cause excess prolactin). 70 premenopausal women will be randomly assigned to either the h…

This study tests a drug called pasireotide for people with prolactinomas (pituitary tumors) who cannot take standard dopamine agonist therapy due to side effects, resistance, or medical reasons. About 10 adults will receive pasireotide to see if it safely lowers prolactin levels …

This study tests a drug called TQH2722, a lab-made antibody that blocks inflammation, for people with severe chronic sinusitis (with or without nasal polyps). About 120 adults who completed a prior TQH2722 study will receive either 300mg or 600mg injections over a long period. Re…

This study tests a treatment for people with fluid-filled cysts in the pituitary area of the brain. Instead of surgery, doctors inject a radioactive substance called 90yttrium colloid directly into the cyst to shrink it and relieve symptoms. The goal is to see if this less invasi…

This study tests a shorter course of high-dose proton radiation for people with non-cancerous brain tumors like meningiomas and schwannomas. The goal is to see if fewer treatments can still control tumor growth while reducing side effects and being more convenient. About 70 adult…

This study tests whether combining two drugs, sacituzumab govitecan and cetuximab, can shrink or control advanced head and neck cancer that has grown after initial therapy. About 40 adults whose cancer has spread or returned will receive the combination. The goal is to see how ma…

This study compares two bone grafting techniques for people with cleft lip and palate. One method uses a lab-made bone material, while the other uses the patient's own hip bone. The goal is to see which approach is more cost-effective, causes less pain, and heals just as well. Ab…

This phase II trial tests whether adding lovastatin, a common cholesterol-lowering drug, to the immunotherapy pembrolizumab can help shrink tumors in people with head and neck cancer that has returned or spread. The study will enroll 28 adults whose tumors express PD-L1. Research…

This study tests a modified surgery for removing part of the upper jaw in people with tumors. Instead of complex reconstruction, surgeons preserve the sinus membrane to see if new bone grows naturally. The goal is to improve chewing, swallowing, and speech while reducing complica…

This phase II trial is testing a shorter course of proton therapy for people with chordomas or chondrosarcomas at the base of the skull. Instead of many sessions, patients receive radiation in just 5 consecutive days. The goal is to see if this approach is safe, controls tumor gr…

This trial tests a program called ENDURE that helps head and neck cancer patients start radiation therapy within 6 weeks after surgery. The program provides education, social support, and better coordination among doctors. Researchers will compare it to usual care in 532 adults w…

This study looks at whether people with severe nasal polyps who have been symptom-free for at least a year on biologic drugs like Dupixent or Nucala can safely stop taking them. 66 participants will either stop their medication or continue as usual, and researchers will track if …

This study compares two numbing medicines, prilocaine and lidocaine, given as a nerve block behind the nose during pituitary tumor surgery. The goal is to see which one better controls blood pressure swings and reduces the need for extra painkillers. About 54 adults aged 21-45 ha…

This study tests the safety and effectiveness of anlotinib, a drug that blocks blood vessel growth, in 57 adults whose craniopharyngioma has come back after surgery. The main goal is to see if the drug shrinks the tumor. Researchers will also track how long the tumor stays contro…

This study tests a new 3D printed aligner for infants born with a complete cleft lip and palate. The device aims to make nasoalveolar molding (a treatment that reshapes the gums and nose before surgery) more accurate and easier to use. Twenty infants under 45 days old will receiv…

This study tests whether transplanting nasal bacteria from a healthy donor can relieve chronic sinusitis. Fifty adults with sinusitis will receive either the bacteria rinse or a placebo for five days. The goal is to see if symptoms improve and if the nasal microbiome becomes heal…

This study looks at how different doses of the drug cabergoline affect blood sugar control in people with prolactinoma, a type of pituitary tumor. Researchers will randomly assign 60 adults to different treatment strategies and measure their glucose levels after a sugar drink. Th…

This phase 3 trial compares proton beam therapy to standard photon radiotherapy in 156 adults with primary brain tumors. The goal is to see if proton therapy, which delivers less radiation to healthy brain tissue, improves functional survival—meaning living longer without tumor r…

This phase 2 trial tests seliciclib, an oral drug, in 13 adults with Cushing disease. The goal is to see if 4 weeks of treatment can lower high cortisol levels to normal or reduce them by at least half. Researchers will also monitor safety and check for changes in tumor size and …

Radiation for head and neck cancer can sometimes cause a serious side effect: dead bone in the jaw (osteoradionecrosis). This pilot study tests whether adding a drug cocktail called PENTOCLO to standard hyperbaric oxygen therapy helps more than oxygen alone. Twenty-four adults wi…

This early-stage trial tests a fluorescent dye called panitumumab-IRDye800 that attaches to cancer cells. Before surgery, 30 adults with brain tumors will receive a single infusion of the dye. During their operation, a special camera will detect the dye's glow, helping surgeons d…

This study tests whether a special PET scan (FET PET/CT) can better locate small pituitary tumors that cause Cushing disease. About 50 adults with confirmed Cushing disease who are scheduled for pituitary surgery will receive the scan before their operation. The goal is to see if…

This study tests whether using mobile health (mHealth) tools helps find early signs of oral cancer better than the usual visual exam in rural areas of Varanasi, India. Over 5,000 adults with risk factors like smoking, tobacco use, or age over 40 will be screened. The goal is to c…

This study aims to improve how doctors diagnose Cushing's syndrome, a condition caused by too much cortisol. Researchers will test the accuracy of the desmopressin stimulation test in 140 people aged 18-70 who have or may have Cushing's, plus healthy volunteers. Participants will…

This study tests whether a special PET scan, combined with a drug called desmopressin, can find tiny pituitary tumors that standard MRI scans miss in people with Cushing's disease. About 22 participants will receive the drug and a radioactive tracer, then undergo imaging. The goa…

This study is testing whether a special PET scan using [18F]FET can better locate small pituitary tumors that cause Cushing's disease. Standard MRI misses these tumors in up to 30% of cases. Researchers will compare PET results with MRI and surgical findings in 20 adults to see i…

This early study tests a special PET/MRI scan using a radioactive tracer called FET to find small pituitary tumors that don't show up on regular MRI. The goal is to improve detection of these hormone-producing tumors in 5 adults with confirmed biochemical disease. If the scan wor…

This study tests a device called the CONVIVO system, which acts like a high-powered microscope during brain tumor surgery. It helps surgeons tell the difference between normal and abnormal tissue right away. About 30 adults with various brain tumors will take part. The goal is to…

This study tests a new ultrasound method to help surgeons find pituitary tumors during surgery. Researchers will compare ultrasound images with MRI scans to see if the new technique can better identify tumors in people with Cushing's disease and other pituitary tumors. About 110 …

This pilot study at the University of Cambridge is testing whether a new PET scan tracer called FET can locate pituitary tumors as well as the standard tracer, methionine. The study involves 20 adults with suspected pituitary adenomas who have already had a methionine PET scan. I…

This study tests whether a special PET/MRI scan using a radioactive tracer called Ga68-DOTATATE can better detect certain brain tumors (like meningioma) and tell them apart from changes caused by past treatments. About 200 adults with these tumors will get the scan alongside stan…

This study is testing a new radioactive tracer called 68Ga-MY6349 to see if it can help diagnose craniopharyngioma, a rare brain tumor, using PET/CT scans. The tracer targets a protein called Trop-2, which is often found on these tumors. Twenty participants with suspected or conf…

This study tests whether a gel containing diclofenac, a common anti-inflammatory drug, can prevent severe skin irritation caused by radiation therapy. About 156 adults with head/neck or breast cancer will apply the gel or a placebo to the treated skin three times daily during the…

This trial tests a new anti-fog suction device that keeps the camera lens clear during nose-to-pituitary tumor surgery. Twenty adults with pituitary or craniopharyngioma tumors will either get the device or the usual water-squirt method. The goal is to see if the device reduces f…

This study is testing four medical devices (PIR, NS, NHE, NHG) in 150 adults with acute viral rhinitis, rhinosinusitis, or rhinopharyngitis (common cold). The goal is to see if they are safe and help reduce symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, and sore throat. Participants use the…

This study tests whether a 3D-printed replica of a person's own nose can help them position their head better when using steroid nasal rinses. 200 adults with chronic sinusitis will use a daily steroid rinse for 8 weeks, with some getting the 3D model to guide their head position…

This study tests whether rinsing the sinuses with a probiotic (good bacteria) solution can reduce symptoms of chronic sinusitis better than a plain saltwater rinse. About 60 adults who have had sinus surgery in the past will use the rinse daily for a period and report changes in …

This study looks at whether doing breathing exercises before orthopedic surgery (like knee, hip, or fracture repair) can help your lungs work better after the operation. It involves 36 adults who have used tobacco and are at risk for breathing problems after surgery. Participants…

This study tests whether a nerve block (injecting numbing medicine near a nerve cluster in the face) can improve the surgical view and reduce pain for people having pituitary tumor surgery through the nose. 70 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either the nerve block plu…

This Phase 3 trial tests whether metformin, a widely used diabetes drug, can improve memory and thinking in children and teens who have finished treatment for a brain tumor. About 140 participants aged 7 to 21 will take metformin or a placebo for 16 weeks. Researchers will measur…

This study tests whether an opioid-free anesthesia approach using ketamine and dexmedetomidine can control pain and reduce agitation just as well as standard opioid anesthesia in 90 children aged 3 months to 7 years undergoing cleft lip or palate repair. Researchers will measure …

This early study tests whether ivacaftor, a drug used for cystic fibrosis, can help people with chronic sinusitis caused by hard-to-treat bacteria. Twenty adults will receive either ivacaftor plus standard care or standard care alone for 14 days. Researchers will check safety, sy…

This study tests whether custom 3D-printed oral stents can reduce mouth sores in head and neck cancer patients receiving radiation therapy. The stents are made from a mold of the patient's mouth and cover teeth and gums during treatment. Researchers will compare sore rates and pa…

This study tests whether a single dose of methadone, a long-acting opioid, can control pain better than standard short-acting opioids (like fentanyl) in infants and young children after cleft palate repair. About 60 children aged 6 months to 4 years will participate. The goal is …

This study tests a special hydrogel (PuraGel) placed inside the nose after skull base surgery to see if it helps the surgical site heal faster and reduces pain. Thirty adults having this surgery will be randomly assigned to get either the hydrogel or a standard silicone splint. D…

This study tests whether a nasal spray called OPN-375 can reduce symptoms of chronic sinusitis (like stuffy nose, discharge, and facial pain) in adolescents aged 12 to 17. About 84 teens will receive either the spray or a placebo twice daily for 12 weeks. The main goal is to see …

This Phase 3 trial tests whether the drug Raphamin can quickly improve symptoms of acute rhinosinusitis (sinus infection) in adults. About 552 participants will receive either Raphamin or a placebo for a few days. The main goal is to see if more people feel much better by day 4 o…

This study tests whether using a navigation system during balloon sinus dilation improves success rates for people with chronic maxillary sinusitis. Fifty adults who have not had prior sinus surgery will be randomly assigned to receive either standard balloon dilation or navigati…

This study tests whether injecting a numbing medication (bupivacaine) near a nerve cluster in the nose can reduce pain after minimally invasive pituitary tumor removal. About 108 adults will be randomly assigned to receive the nerve block, a placebo (saline), or no extra injectio…

This study tests whether specially adapted beauty sessions (onco-esthetics) can help people with head and neck cancer feel better about their changed appearance after treatment. Fifty-five patients will receive three sessions, and researchers will measure how their self-image cha…

This study looks at whether antibiotics, nasal steroids, or nasal irrigation work best for treating sinus infections. About 3,720 adults with acute sinusitis will be randomly assigned to one of these treatments or a placebo. The goal is to see which approach provides the most sym…

This study tests whether a program of exercise and ergonomics training can reduce muscle and joint pain in teachers. About 80 teachers who have had pain for at least three months will be randomly assigned to receive the training or not. Researchers will measure changes in pain, d…

This study tests whether adding a pain medicine called Ketorolac to standard care helps children drink more fluids after cleft palate surgery. About 74 children with cleft palate (with or without cleft lip) will take part. The goal is to see if better pain control leads to improv…

This study tests whether injecting botulinum toxin (like Botox) into the surgical wound can reduce scarring after cleft lip repair. About 32 people with mild to severe unilateral cleft lip will receive the injection, and scar width and appearance will be measured. The goal is to …

This study tests a web-based app called IAMABLE that provides evidence-based rehabilitation strategies for people with chronic conditions like heart disease, arthritis, or neurological disorders. Fifty adults aged 45 to 75 will use the app for 4 months to set goals and learn abou…

This study compares two surgical tools—cautery and scalpel—used during endoscopic skull base surgery to see which better preserves a patient's sense of smell. 80 adults who need this surgery will be randomly assigned to one method. Their smell function will be tested before and a…

This study compares three different sedatives (ketamine, nalbuphine, and dexmedetomidine) given to 60 children aged 6 months to 3 years who need stitches removed after cleft lip or palate surgery. The goal is to see which drug works fastest and safest to keep the child calm and c…

This study looks at whether a Chinese herbal medicine nasal rinse can help people feel better and heal faster after sinus surgery for chronic sinusitis. About 80 adults who have already had surgery will use the rinse for two months. The goal is to see if it reduces symptoms and i…

This study tests whether giving a numbing medicine (bupivacaine) as a mist before surgery can lower pain and the need for extra painkillers in children aged 1-7 having cleft palate repair. Half the children get the mist, half get a placebo, and neither the doctors nor families kn…

This study compares two ways to treat chronic sinusitis with nasal polyps: a new in-clinic procedure done under local anesthesia versus standard sinus surgery in an operating room. Researchers will enroll 140 adults to see if the in-clinic approach controls symptoms just as well,…

This study tests whether smelling lavender essential oil during awake ear, nose, and throat procedures can lower anxiety and pain. About 184 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either lavender aromatherapy or a placebo (odorless liquid). Participants will rate their anxie…

This study tests a new noise-reduction feature for hearing aids that uses deep neural networks to help people hear speech better in noisy settings. Fifty adults with mild-to-moderate hearing loss will listen to sentences at different noise levels while using three settings: no no…

This study tests whether a custom 3D-printed mouth splint can help burn patients who have developed microstomia (a tight, small mouth opening). Ten participants will use the splint and be measured for changes in mouth size and function using a special survey. The goal is to ease …

This study looks back at medical records of 150 children who had cleft palate surgery. Some received standard pain relief with morphine, while others also got a maxillary nerve block. Researchers want to see if the nerve block group needed less morphine, had fewer side effects, a…

This study looks at how well seawater nasal sprays work in everyday life for people with nasal and sinus issues like colds, allergies, or after surgery. About 1065 people of all ages, including pregnant women, will use the sprays and report their symptoms. The goal is to see if t…

This early-stage study tests a new nasal spray called VVN432 in 60 people. First, healthy volunteers will check for safety. Then, patients with chronic sinusitis will test if it helps symptoms. The goal is to see if the spray is safe and how the body processes it.

This study is testing a seawater spray mixed with essential oils to see how well it relieves nasal congestion from colds, sinus infections, or allergies. About 114 people aged 12 and older will use the spray for 7 days. The main goal is to see if nasal blockage improves after 3 d…

This study tests a custom 3D-printed silicone tray that covers the cleft during intubation (placing a breathing tube) in children with cleft lip and palate. The goal is to reduce injuries like bleeding or swelling and make the procedure safer. About 120 children will take part, a…

This study tests whether extra support for case managers helps veterans leaving the military better manage pain and reduce risky substance use. About 1800 veterans will take part. The program focuses on non-drug pain treatments and counseling.

This study compares two ways to sedate children before cleft palate repair: a combination of two drugs (dexmedetomidine and ketamine) given through a nebulizer versus dexmedetomidine alone. The goal is to see which approach works better for calming the child before surgery and pr…

This study is testing a new seawater spray with essential oils to see if it safely relieves nasal congestion from colds, sinus infections, or allergies. About 101 people aged 12 and older will use the spray for 8 days. The main goal is to check if nasal stuffiness improves by at …

This study tests a new tablet called HTMC0658 in 30 adults with chronic sinusitis (no nasal polyps). The goal is to see if it safely reduces symptoms like congestion, facial pain, and discharge over 12 weeks. Participants will have CT scans and symptom checkups to measure improve…

This study tests whether a tailored physical activity program can improve quality of life and overall health in people who had surgery for a non-functioning pituitary adenoma. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive an individualized exercise plan from a physiotherapist…

This study looks at people with smell loss caused by chronic rhinosinusitis. Participants will undergo a 3-month smell training program. Researchers will measure changes in smell function, mental health, and immune markers in blood and tissue samples. The goal is to understand th…

This study is building a huge registry of information and biological samples from adults with or at risk for many types of cancer, as well as healthy volunteers. Researchers will use this resource to study what causes cancer and how to better prevent, detect, and treat it. The re…

This study aims to better understand disorders that cause hearing to fluctuate, such as Meniere's disease. Researchers will use advanced MRI scans and blood tests to look for biomarkers linked to hearing changes. The goal is to identify different types of these disorders and pave…

This study aims to learn more about rare skeletal disorders by collecting medical records, blood samples, and genetic data from 100 participants. People with known or suspected bone conditions, as well as their healthy family members, can join either remotely or in person. The go…

This study aims to uncover the genetic causes of pituitary and hypothalamic tumors in children. Researchers will collect blood and tumor samples from up to 2,000 participants to analyze DNA and look for inherited patterns. The study also trains doctors and tests new MRI technique…

This study follows people with a rare and advanced cancer of the nasal cavity and sinuses called T4 sinonasal adenoid cystic carcinoma. All participants receive the standard treatment: surgery followed by radiation therapy. The goal is to measure how long people live without the …

This study investigates why some children still have speech problems (velopharyngeal insufficiency) after cleft palate surgery. Researchers will use real-time MRI to look at how the soft palate moves and its muscle structure in children aged 7 to 12. By comparing children with di…

This study looks at the long-term health of people who were cured of Cushing disease before age 21. Researchers want to understand how past high cortisol levels affect the body and mind years later. Participants will complete surveys and have check-ups every 5 years. The goal is …

This study translates and tests several health questionnaires—covering pain, arm and leg function, mood, and daily activities—for use with Albanian-speaking people. Researchers will check if the translated versions are reliable and accurate by giving them to about 300 participant…

This study is creating a collection of blood, urine, and leftover surgical tissue from 350 patients with bone, calcium, and growth plate disorders. The goal is to better understand how these diseases progress and to find markers that could predict outcomes. No new treatments are …

This study tests a new tool called the PRISM Dashboard, which gives physiotherapists feedback on how their decisions compare to their peers. The goal is to see if this feedback helps reduce differences in care for people with muscle and joint pain. About 60 physiotherapists and t…

This study tests a small MRI coil placed inside the sphenoid sinus during pituitary tumor surgery. The goal is to see if it can provide clearer images of tiny tumors that standard MRI often misses. About 70 adults with pituitary tumors will take part. The coil is inserted through…

About 30 million US adults suffer from nasal sinus disease, often causing nasal obstruction and loss of smell. This study from Ohio State University will test a nasal plug (similar to a swimmer's nose clip) as a tool to better evaluate these symptoms. Researchers hope to develop …

This study uses repeated MRI scans after radiation therapy to see if they can predict normal tissue damage, like bone death (osteoradionecrosis), in patients with oral cavity or skull base tumors. Researchers will track changes in imaging over time and link them to radiation dose…

This study looks at how memory, attention, and other thinking skills change in people who have surgery to remove a meningioma (a type of brain tumor) from the front or side of the brain. Researchers will test cognitive function before surgery and one year later in about 50 adults…

This study aims to find new genes that cause pituitary tumors, including those that lead to acromegaly (gigantism) and prolactinomas. Researchers will collect blood and tissue samples from up to 10,000 people with these tumors and their family members. By analyzing DNA, they hope…

This study looks at the immune cells inside pituitary tumors to better understand how they behave. Researchers will analyze tumor samples from 60 adults who are having surgery to remove their pituitary tumor. The goal is to find clues that could lead to new immune-based treatment…

This study aims to find genetic factors that may cause cleft lip and palate. Researchers will analyze the DNA of 30 people with the condition using advanced sequencing. The goal is to better understand the genetic roots of this birth defect, which could inform future research.

This study follows 80 children aged 2-8 with cystic fibrosis to see how highly effective CF drugs (Kalydeco or Trikafta) impact sinus disease and sense of smell. Researchers will use MRI scans, smell tests, and quality-of-life surveys over two years. The goal is to understand whe…

This study is observing how doctors manage complicated infections of the ears, nose, throat, and neck in both children and adults. Researchers will track standard treatments like surgery or medication to understand current practices. No new treatments are being tested; the goal i…

This study is observing 120 patients with sinonasal or skull-base tumours at a specialist ear, nose, and throat centre. Researchers are tracking how these conditions are managed, what the outcomes are, and how patients' quality of life changes. The goal is to better understand cu…

This study is looking at how cortisol and other steroid hormones are produced over 24 hours in people with adrenal tumors. Researchers will use a special device called U-RHYTHM to take fluid samples every 20 minutes for up to 48 hours. The goal is to compare hormone patterns betw…

This study tests whether offering hearing tests close to home or remotely increases how many head and neck cancer patients get their hearing checked during treatment. Many patients on cisplatin chemotherapy or radiation near the ear can lose hearing, but not all complete recommen…

This study is checking how safe and effective the Propel sinus implant family is when used as part of standard care for chronic rhinosinusitis in Japan. About 100 people who have had sinus surgery will be followed for 3 months. The main goal is to see how their symptoms change us…

This study follows 300 people treated for sinonasal, nasopharyngeal, or skull base tumors to track their symptoms and functional changes over time. Participants will complete symptom questionnaires and undergo standard tests like hearing, eye, and speech exams. The goal is to lea…

This study follows 170 adults with cystic fibrosis and chronic sinusitis to see if sinus surgery improves lung function and quality of life compared to medical treatment alone. Participants either have surgery or continue with standard care. Researchers will track changes in brea…

This study looks at how radiation to the brain affects memory in children who had a brain tumor. Researchers will test memory and thinking skills in 130 children ages 4 to 12, starting 2 years after radiation and again 2 years later. The goal is to learn which parts of the brain …

This study looks at whether repeated sessions of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) can damage DNA in people who have had radiation for cancer. HBOT is used to help heal tissues damaged by radiation, but it also creates reactive oxygen molecules that might harm DNA. Researchers wil…

This study is gathering information from 4500 people who have or will have brain surgery for conditions like aneurysms, tumors, epilepsy, and Parkinson's disease. The goal is to find patterns that help doctors predict how well someone will recover. By standardizing how outcomes a…

This study follows 252 adults with muscle, bone, or joint problems (like arthritis, back pain, or after surgery) to see how well they do their prescribed home exercises. Researchers will track who sticks with the program and why, looking at factors like pain, mood, and support. T…

This study follows 1,250 people with pituitary tumors to learn what predicts tumor return or ongoing disease. Researchers will track survival and other health markers over time. No new treatment is given—the goal is simply to gather information that may improve future care.

This study looks at whether a partial problem with a salt channel (CFTR) in the nose contributes to chronic sinusitis. Researchers will measure how well the nose clears mucus in 20 people with sinusitis and healthy volunteers. The goal is to understand the disease better, not to …

This study tests whether using a virtual reality (VR) headset during shoulder exercises helps patients feel more engaged and motivated. Fifty adults with shoulder problems will do rehab exercises in a VR environment and then answer questionnaires about how easy and immersive the …

This study aims to create a secure national database for muscle and joint (musculoskeletal) conditions by collecting routine data from community clinics and GP practices. About 22,000 adults will have their information anonymously gathered to help develop a dashboard that tracks …

This study watches 2000 people having hip or knee replacement surgery to see how long spinal anaesthesia lasts. The goal is to learn how the amount of anaesthetic affects timing, helping doctors decide if patients can safely go home the same day. No new treatments are tested—just…

This study uses a special MRI technique called diffusion tensor imaging to map cranial nerves before skull base tumor surgery. Researchers will compare the nerve positions seen on MRI with what surgeons actually find during the operation. The goal is to see if this imaging can he…

This study investigates whether higher lifetime exposure to estrogen—from sources like birth control, pregnancy, or hormone therapy—is linked to the development of larger prolactin-secreting pituitary tumors (macroprolactinomas) compared to smaller ones (microprolactinomas). Rese…

This study tests whether a two-part approach—improving communication about viral infections and having pharmacists double-check prescription lengths—can reduce how many days antibiotics are prescribed for respiratory infections like bronchitis, sinusitis, and sore throat. About 4…

This study aims to find genetic changes that cause orofacial clefts (like cleft lip and palate) but are missed by standard tests. Researchers will use a new, high-resolution DNA mapping method called optical genome mapping on 26 people with clefts who have no known genetic diagno…

This early lab study from Johns Hopkins University examines how mepolizumab (Nucala) affects the health and function of nasal cells from people with chronic sinusitis and nasal polyps. Researchers will measure changes in inflammation markers and cell barrier integrity. Only 8 par…

This study looks at how changing the heel cushion on an ankle-foot brace (AFO) affects walking in people who use one daily. Forty adults with leg injuries or nerve problems will try four different heel wedges—tall or short, soft or firm—while walking at controlled speeds. Researc…

This study looks at how 3D computer simulation and printing can help surgeons better plan and perform bone correction surgeries. Researchers will compare the planned corrections to the actual results in 100 children and young adults with rare bone deformities. The goal is to make…

This study looks at whether people with cystic fibrosis who are on highly effective modulator therapy can safely stop using nasal saline rinses and steroid sprays. Researchers will monitor sinus health, lung function, and quality of life in 64 adults. The goal is to see if these …

This study aims to collect blood, nasal fluid, skin cells, urine, and medical data from 10,000 people aged 3 to 100 with allergies, asthma, eczema, or sinus issues. Participants will have up to 3 years of follow-up visits and questionnaires. The goal is to create a large reposito…

This study follows 4,000 children who receive orthopedic implants (like rods or screws) during standard care for bone fractures, deformities, or hip problems. Researchers will track how long the implants last, any complications, and how well they work over time. The goal is to ga…

This study is building a registry of people with rare bone diseases (skeletal dysplasias) in Italy. Researchers will collect medical history, genetic data, and treatment details over time to better understand how these conditions progress. No experimental treatments are given; th…

This study follows 144 adults with muscle or bone problems who are already scheduled to receive treatment with Chattanooga Intelect devices (like TENS or ultrasound). Researchers will measure pain, muscle strength, and movement range to confirm the devices are safe and work as ex…

This study looks at whether changes in tumor DNA found in the blood and special imaging scans can predict how well chordoma tumors respond to radiation therapy given before surgery. About 40 adults with chordoma of the spine, skull base, or sacrum will receive proton therapy or s…

This study is not testing a new treatment. Instead, it follows 300 people aged 14 and older with Cushing's syndrome to collect data on their health before and after standard treatments like surgery, medication, or radiation. The goal is to build a registry that helps doctors unde…

This study looks at two types of radiation therapy for a slow-growing brain tumor near the cavernous sinus. Researchers want to see if proton therapy causes less long-term harm to thinking and memory than standard photon radiation. About 160 adults aged 18 to 70 will be followed …

This study observes 200 adults with head and neck cancer who need facial reconstruction using a free bone flap after surgery. Researchers will track their medical visits, treatments, and costs over time using national health data. The goal is to describe typical care pathways and…

This study collects and analyzes tumor samples from 4000 people with skull base tumors. Researchers will study the genetic and molecular makeup of these tumors to learn how they form and resist treatment. The goal is to identify new targets for future therapies.

This study looks at how the drug mannitol changes levels of the anesthetic propofol in the blood and urine during brain surgery. Forty adults having either supratentorial tumor surgery or pituitary surgery will be enrolled. Half will receive mannitol, the other half a placebo, an…