Korea University Anam Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Korea University Anam Hospital, explained in plain language.
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New hope for tough colon cancer: fruquintinib trial launches in south korea
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a drug called fruquintinib in 88 adults with advanced colon cancer that has not responded to standard chemotherapies. The goal is to see if adding supportive care to manage side effects can help patients live longer without their cancer growing. Participants will…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Korea University Anam Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Prehab and rehab: simple diet and exercise program aims to boost recovery in elderly stomach cancer patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a 'peri-habilitation' program for 30 gastric cancer patients aged 65 and older. Participants receive nutrition education and protein-enriched soy milk for two weeks before surgery, plus exercise training and continued nutrition support for three weeks after leavi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Korea University Anam Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Could a smartphone app boost recovery before cancer surgery?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a smartphone app can help people improve their fitness before cancer surgery. 60 adults scheduled for elective cancer surgery will either use the app or receive usual care. The app guides them through weekly walking tests, daily check-ins on exercise, nut…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Korea University Anam Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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AI heart test may spot hidden danger in older cancer surgery patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will enroll 200 adults aged 60 or older who are scheduled for major surgery for urologic cancer. Researchers want to see if an artificial intelligence analysis of a standard heart test (ECG) taken before surgery can predict whether a patient will suffer heart injury or…
Sponsor: Korea University Anam Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Sugar spike study: do steroid injections worsen glucose in diabetics?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tracks blood sugar changes after an epidural steroid injection for back or leg pain. Researchers will compare 36 adults with and without type 2 diabetes using a continuous glucose monitor worn for 15 days. The goal is to see if the injection causes higher or longer-las…
Sponsor: Korea University Anam Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC