Hospital Universitario San Ignacio
Clinical trials sponsored by Hospital Universitario San Ignacio, explained in plain language.
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Robot pancreas put to the test in the operating room
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether an automated insulin pump system could safely manage blood sugar for people with type 1 diabetes during and after surgery. Researchers followed 15 adults using the pump, comparing their blood sugar control before, during, and after their operations. T…
Sponsor: Hospital Universitario San Ignacio • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:30 UTC
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Phone program aims to keep Bogotá's elders stronger, safer, and out of hospitals
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new 'telecare' support program for adults aged 80 and older in Bogotá. The goal was to see if providing personalized health tips, social connections, and help coordinating services over the phone could help participants stay physically stronger, prevent falls,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Universitario San Ignacio • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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Can fasting days beat daily dieting for surgery patients?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested if intermittent fasting (eating very little two days a week) works as well as daily calorie counting for people who regained weight after bariatric surgery. Sixteen participants were randomly assigned to follow one of the two diet plans for 12 weeks, with follow…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Universitario San Ignacio • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 24, 2026 12:01 UTC