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 cancers: fruquintinib trial targets unmet need
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a drug called fruquintinib in 88 adults with advanced colon cancer that no longer responds to standard chemotherapies. The goal is to see if adding supportive care to manage side effects can help patients stay on treatment longer and slow cancer growth. It is a p…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Korea University Anam Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 11:21 UTC
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App before the knife: study tests digital prep for cancer surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a smartphone app that guides patients through exercises, nutrition tracking, and mood check-ins before cancer surgery can improve their physical function and reduce anxiety. About 60 adults scheduled for elective cancer surgery will either use the app or …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Korea University Anam Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 11:16 UTC
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Prehab and rehab: new program aims to boost recovery in gastric cancer surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a 'peri-habilitation' program for adults aged 65 and older with gastric cancer who are scheduled for surgery. Participants receive nutritional support for two weeks before surgery and a combined exercise and nutrition program for three weeks after leaving the hos…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Korea University Anam Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:39 UTC
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Steroid shot study tracks blood sugar spikes in real time
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will use a small sensor worn on the arm to track blood sugar levels for 15 days in 36 adults receiving an epidural steroid injection for back or neck pain. Researchers want to see if people with type 2 diabetes have higher or longer-lasting blood sugar increases compar…
Sponsor: Korea University Anam Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:02 UTC