Korea University Anam Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Korea University Anam Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Pre-Surgery prep aimed at faster recovery for stomach cancer patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a special 'peri-habilitation' program designed to help older patients recover better from stomach cancer surgery. The program involves nutritional support before surgery and a combination of exercise and nutrition guidance for a few weeks after going home. R…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Korea University Anam Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 24, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Finger cuff could replace painful artery catheter in brain surgery
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether a non-invasive finger-cuff device can safely replace the standard, more invasive artery catheter for monitoring blood pressure during a procedure to treat unruptured brain aneurysms. Researchers will compare the two methods in 50 patients to see if t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Korea University Anam Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 16, 2026 15:24 UTC
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Can a simple app prepare cancer patients for surgery?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing if a phone app can help people scheduled for cancer surgery get stronger and feel less anxious before their operation. About 60 adults will use the app for weekly walking tests and daily check-ins on exercise, nutrition, and mood. Researchers will compare th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Korea University Anam Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 13, 2026 15:06 UTC
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Do steroid shots for back pain spike your blood sugar?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to understand how a common steroid injection for back or neck pain affects blood sugar levels. Researchers will compare 36 adults, half with type 2 diabetes and half without, by having them wear a continuous glucose monitor for two weeks. The goal is to see if the…
Sponsor: Korea University Anam Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC