Hallym University Kangnam Sacred Heart Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Hallym University Kangnam Sacred Heart Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Simple head lift may improve breathing tube placement in tough cases
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether raising a patient's head and upper body (back-up head elevated position) helps doctors see the vocal cords better when using a video-laryngoscope. Sixty-four adults scheduled for surgery under general anesthesia participated. All wore a stiff neck collar…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hallym University Kangnam Sacred Heart Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Warm or not? study tests tube softening for gentler nasal intubation
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study with 140 adults looked at whether warming a breathing tube before inserting it through the nose reduces bleeding and makes the procedure easier. Doctors used a video scope and a cuff inflation technique to guide the tube. The goal was to find the best way to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hallym University Kangnam Sacred Heart Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Head-Up position may ease tube insertion in simulated difficult airway
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether raising the head (head-elevated position) makes it easier to insert a breathing tube using a special video laryngoscope in patients whose neck was held still to mimic a difficult airway. 182 adults having planned surgery took part. The main goal was t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hallym University Kangnam Sacred Heart Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Can a lung maneuver reveal fluid needs during surgery?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a lung recruitment maneuver (a brief increase in airway pressure) can help doctors decide if a patient needs more fluids during surgery with protective lung ventilation. 48 adults undergoing abdominal surgery participated. The goal was to see if changes …
Sponsor: Hallym University Kangnam Sacred Heart Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Eye popping study reveals hidden triggers for Blood-Red eyes
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at what might cause a non-traumatic subconjunctival hemorrhage, a red patch on the eye that looks scary but is harmless and goes away on its own. Researchers studied 67 adults to find risk factors like coughing, sneezing, or blood thinners. The goal was to help …
Sponsor: Hallym University Kangnam Sacred Heart Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Eye drop study reveals hidden link between bacteria and dry eye relief
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at how two types of eye drops—cyclosporine A and hyaluronic acid—change the community of bacteria living on the eye's surface in people with dry eye syndrome. Fifty adults were randomly assigned to receive either cyclosporine plus hyaluronic acid or hy…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hallym University Kangnam Sacred Heart Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:13 UTC