Baptist Health South Florida
Clinical trials sponsored by Baptist Health South Florida, explained in plain language.
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Second shot at radiation: testing safety for tough tumors
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing the safety of giving a second, highly targeted course of radiation to people whose abdominal or pelvic cancer has returned after previous radiation treatment. It will enroll 10 participants to carefully monitor for serious side effects. The goal is to see if…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baptist Health South Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:29 UTC
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Can a simple scent ease the pain of childbirth?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing whether inhaling aromatherapy scents can help manage common discomforts during labor. It will involve 128 pregnant patients who are at least 18 years old and in labor. Researchers will measure changes in pain, anxiety, and nausea before and after using the a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baptist Health South Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 03:56 UTC
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Virtual reality videos aim to calm nerves before Open-Heart surgery
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing whether showing patients an immersive video about their upcoming heart surgery can reduce their anxiety before the procedure. Researchers will measure anxiety levels and physical signs like heart rate before and after patients watch the video. They will also…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baptist Health South Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Can better nurse chat keep patients from coming back to the hospital?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study aims to understand if training nurses in caring communication and using a special discharge tool can improve the patient experience and reduce how often patients need to return to the hospital. It will involve 140 adult patients and their nurses at a Florida hospital s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baptist Health South Florida • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC