Cedars-sinai Medical Center
Clinical trials sponsored by Cedars-sinai Medical Center, explained in plain language.
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Antifungal drug fails to show promise in Crohn's Gene-Targeted trial
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested the antifungal drug posaconazole in 10 adults with active Crohn's disease who carry a specific genetic risk factor (CARD9 S12N). The goal was to see if reducing gut fungi could improve inflammation and symptoms. The trial was terminated early, so results are lim…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 15:14 UTC
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New anesthesia combo may reduce opioid use after scoliosis surgery in teens
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at two different IV anesthesia combinations for teenagers (ages 12-18) having scoliosis surgery. One group received propofol with remifentanil, the other propofol with dexmedetomidine. The goal was to see which approach leads to less opioid pain medication and b…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC