Chinese University Of Hong Kong

This study tested whether the drug vericiguat improves the structure and function of the heart in people with chronic heart failure. It involved 40 participants who had been recently hospitalized for heart failure. Researchers used advanced, non-invasive heart scans to measure de…

This study tested whether using a 3D-printed, patient-specific model of a heart chamber helps doctors better plan a procedure to prevent strokes in people with a common heart rhythm problem (atrial fibrillation). The procedure blocks off a small pouch in the heart where blood clo…

This study tested whether a structured, 12-week exercise program could help normalize blood pressure patterns in Chinese adults with high blood pressure who were not exercising enough. Researchers compared the exercise program plus usual medical care to usual care alone in 198 pa…

This study tested whether a less invasive procedure could be a good alternative to surgery for treating sudden, painful gallbladder inflammation. Doctors used a special scope to place a small drainage tube in the gallbladder of 30 patients who were otherwise healthy enough for su…

This small pilot study tested whether a simple wall squat exercise program could help lower blood pressure in Chinese adults with hypertension who don't exercise regularly. Fifty participants were randomly assigned to either do wall squats or stretching exercises for 24 weeks. Re…

This study tested whether education groups led by fellow patients with schizophrenia could help others manage their condition better than groups led by professionals or standard care alone. It involved 342 Chinese adults with schizophrenia who were followed for two years. Researc…

This study tested an internet-based therapy program designed to help adults in Hong Kong who want to reduce their alcohol use and are experiencing psychological distress. The program taught skills for managing emotions and coping without alcohol. Researchers measured changes in d…

This small, one-year pilot study tested if adding the diabetes medication metformin to standard arthritis treatment could better protect the heart and blood vessels in people with psoriatic arthritis who do not have diabetes. Researchers compared two groups of 24 patients: one re…

This study tested a new method to diagnose tuberculosis (TB) that affects the lining of the lungs, called tuberculous pleuritis. Researchers collected fluid from the lungs of 329 hospitalized patients to see if measuring tiny pieces of TB DNA in the fluid is more accurate and fas…

This study tested whether using an augmented reality (AR) app on a smartphone could help men who have sex with men (MSM) perform HIV self-tests more easily and confidently. Researchers compared the AR app to standard paper instructions. They measured how confident users felt, how…

This study tested whether a newer, automatic blood pressure machine gives more accurate readings than the traditional clinic method. Researchers compared both methods against a 48-hour wearable monitor (the gold standard) in 149 Chinese adults with high blood pressure. The goal w…

This study investigated whether analyzing the bacteria in a person's stool could help predict their risk for colon cancer or pre-cancerous growths called adenomas. Researchers collected samples from over 1,700 people with different colon health statuses to see if specific bacteri…

This small, completed pilot study tested whether using a rapid lab test could help doctors choose the best antibiotics faster for critically ill patients in the ICU who are on breathing machines and have suspected pneumonia. Forty patients were randomly assigned to either get the…

This study tested new, fully automated MRI scans to diagnose and measure liver scarring and inflammation. The goal was to provide a safer, non-invasive alternative to liver biopsies, which are currently the standard but are painful and carry risks. Researchers compared the MRI re…

This study tested a new, simpler method to assess bone growth in teenagers using a thumb X-ray. The goal was to predict whether a spine curve from scoliosis is likely to get worse, which helps doctors decide on treatments like bracing. Researchers compared this new thumb-based me…

This study tested whether a community program could help prevent chronic diseases like heart disease or diabetes. Researchers trained nursing students to coach 330 adults in Hong Kong on changing risky behaviors like smoking, unhealthy eating, or lack of exercise. For six months,…

This study tested whether a support program could help people seen in the emergency department quit unhealthy habits. 572 adult patients with at least one risky behavior (like smoking or poor diet) received either standard advice or a more involved program. The program included a…

This pilot study tested whether a simple coaching program could help people visiting the emergency department change unhealthy habits. 150 adults with at least one risk factor (like smoking or poor diet) were randomly assigned to receive either standard health advice or a more su…

This study compared two methods for managing pain after major breast cancer surgery. Researchers tested whether an intravenous lidocaine drip works as well as an ultrasound-guided nerve block injection for helping patients recover comfortably. The trial involved 80 women undergoi…

This study tested if a special therapy using pulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMF) could help people with chronic ankle instability feel better. 62 adults with a history of repeated ankle sprains and feelings of their ankle 'giving way' participated. They all did standard ankle ex…

This study tested a 6-week mobile app designed to support parents of children with autism. The app provided mindfulness training and parenting skills. Researchers measured if using the app was feasible for parents and if it helped reduce their stress and anxiety.

This study tested a wearable device that delivers gentle electrical stimulation to multiple leg muscles to help chronic stroke survivors improve their walking. Researchers first measured normal muscle patterns in healthy participants, then used that information to guide month-lon…

This small pilot study tested whether a 4-week laughter yoga program could help improve the mental well-being of adolescents with intellectual and physical disabilities. Forty-five teens from a special school in Hong Kong were randomly assigned to either participate in the laught…

This study tested whether a gentle steam treatment made from traditional Chinese herbs could help people with dry eye disease. Researchers compared several herbal formulas against a placebo steam and standard artificial tear drops in 200 participants over four months. The goal wa…

This small study tested whether daily bright light therapy could help reduce the severe fatigue many people experience after having COVID-19. Twelve participants with long-lasting post-COVID fatigue were randomly assigned to use either a bright light lamp or a dim placebo lamp fo…

This study tested whether a phone app that guides users through music breathing exercises could help parents caring for a child newly diagnosed with cancer. The goal was to see if the app could reduce stress, build resilience, and improve the parents' quality of life. The study i…

This study tested whether daily bright light therapy could help people with Parkinson's disease who struggle with severe daytime sleepiness. Researchers compared the light therapy against a fake light device and another inactive treatment in 69 participants. The main goal was to …

This small, completed pilot study tested a new group therapy program for children with ADHD and their parents. The program used video-assisted, game-like music and breathing exercises. Researchers wanted to see if it was practical to run and if it could help build family resilien…

This small pilot study tested whether a mobile phone app is a practical and acceptable tool for helping children who have finished cancer treatment and their caregivers. The app was designed to help them track and manage ongoing symptoms and side effects from treatment. Researche…

This study tested a wearable device that uses gentle electrical stimulation to help chronic stroke survivors improve their walking. The device stimulates multiple leg muscles in coordinated patterns that mimic natural movement. Researchers worked with 53 participants over about a…

This study tested whether group music therapy could help improve the emotional well-being of university students. 120 students were randomly assigned to either participate in active music-making sessions, guided music listening sessions, or to a waitlist group for 6 weeks. Resear…

This study tested whether adding a short design thinking workshop to a nursing curriculum could improve students' skills. Fifty second-year nursing students were randomly assigned to either take the 3-hour workshop or continue with their regular classes. Researchers measured chan…

This study aimed to establish standard reference ranges for blood levels of three common blood thinners (NOACs) in ethnic Chinese patients with atrial fibrillation. Researchers measured drug levels in 308 patients' blood before and after taking their medication to create these re…

This study followed 202 people for 18 years to see what happens to children with sleep apnea when they become adults. Researchers checked their sleep, blood pressure, heart health, and thinking skills to learn if childhood sleep problems lead to long-term heart or brain issues. T…

This study aimed to understand if the types of bacteria in a person's gut are connected to how well they recover from a stroke. Researchers collected stool samples from 120 patients hospitalized for a stroke and checked their recovery and brain scan results over six months. The g…

This study looked at why some people who take newer blood thinners (NOACs) for an irregular heartbeat still have strokes. Researchers reviewed the medical records of 91 Chinese patients to understand the causes, patient characteristics, and treatment outcomes. The goal was to gat…

This study looked at whether women with pelvic organ prolapse are willing and able to manage their vaginal pessary device themselves at home. Researchers followed 176 women to understand their attitudes and identify what helps or hinders successful self-management. The goal was t…

This study aimed to understand if learning to ride a real bicycle improves planning, memory, and focus in children with autism. Researchers compared 62 children aged 8-10, having them try different cycling methods over two weeks to see which was most helpful. The goal was to figu…

This study aimed to understand how common a specific sexually transmitted infection (Mycoplasma genitalium) is among men living with HIV in Hong Kong. Researchers also checked how often the infection was resistant to common antibiotics. The goal was to gather information to help …

This study used detailed 3D brain scans to understand how small blood vessel disease changes over time in people who've had a small stroke. Researchers followed 24 Chinese patients for one year, scanning their brains at the start and end to see how their blood vessels changed. Th…

This study looked back at the results of a special 'one-stop' clinic designed to quickly evaluate postmenopausal bleeding. The clinic aimed to provide all necessary exams and tests in a single visit to efficiently check for serious causes, like cancer, and reduce patient anxiety.…

This study aimed to understand if different types of HIV medications lead to different long-term health issues, like bone, kidney, or metabolic problems, in people living with HIV. Researchers followed 215 newly diagnosed, treatment-naive adults in Hong Kong for up to 5 years aft…