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Clinical trials sponsored by Boston Medical Center, explained in plain language.
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New study aims to close cervical cancer screening gaps in underserved communities
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests a program that helps doctors improve cervical cancer screening and follow-up care. It will involve up to 80,000 patients in Boston, Florida, and Hawaii. The program combines education with quality improvement methods to make screening easier for both doctors and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Medical Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:38 UTC
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New device aims to make glaucoma drops easier and less wasteful
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a device called the Nanodropper that helps people with glaucoma put eye drops in their eyes more easily. Many patients have trouble squeezing the bottle or seeing clearly, which leads to wasted medication. The study will see if the device helps patients use their…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC
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New pacemaker wave could make hearts work better
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new way to pace the heart called anodal biphasic pacing (ABP). It aims to see if ABP works as well as or better than current pacing methods, potentially improving heart function and reducing problems like inflammation or heart failure. About 108 adults who need…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC
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Apple juice before surgery may settle stomachs
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests if drinking a carbohydrate drink (apple juice) before jaw surgery can lessen nausea and vomiting after the operation. Researchers will compare 32 healthy adults who get the drink to those who don't, using standard care for all. The goal is to see if this simple s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:38 UTC
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Can a simple ultrasound keep heart failure patients out of the hospital?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a new five-point ultrasound can better predict fluid overload in people hospitalized with congestive heart failure. Current methods using lab tests and physical exams are often unclear. Researchers will compare ultrasound-guided treatment to standard c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:38 UTC