Chiayi Christian Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Chiayi Christian Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Can a daily pill prevent dangerous clots after joint surgery?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether the blood thinner Xarelto (rivaroxaban) can prevent dangerous blood clots in the legs or lungs after hip or knee replacement surgery. 150 patients were randomly assigned to receive either Xarelto or no blood thinner after surgery. The researchers trac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chiayi Christian Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Shock therapy for swallowing: electrical zaps may help stroke patients eat again
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) to standard swallowing therapy helps stroke patients with difficulty swallowing. Sixty adults who recently had a stroke and needed tube feeding took part. They received either NMES plus therapy or a sham…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chiayi Christian Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New wound dressing may improve healing after breast reconstruction
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether a special vacuum-assisted wound dressing (ciNPWT) helps reduce complications after breast reconstruction surgery using the patient's own tissue. Researchers reviewed records of 253 women who had this surgery between 2012 and 2025. They compared those …
Sponsor: Chiayi Christian Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC