Korea University Anam Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Korea University Anam Hospital, explained in plain language.
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No-Cuff BP monitor could revolutionize hypertension care
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a wearable cuffless blood pressure monitor (CART BP Pro) in 400 Korean adults with uncontrolled hypertension. Participants are randomly assigned to use the device to guide their treatment or to receive usual care. The goal is to see if the device helps lower bloo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Korea University Anam Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 11:18 UTC
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Could a diabetes pill also strengthen your heart? new study investigates
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether enavogliflozin, a diabetes medication, can improve heart function and exercise ability in people with obesity and type 2 diabetes. About 30 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo for 12 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in heart b…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Korea University Anam Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:57 UTC
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Heart plaque showdown: combo therapy vs. High-Dose statin in new trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a moderate-dose statin plus ezetimibe works as well as a high-dose statin alone to stabilize fatty plaques in heart arteries. About 408 adults with coronary artery disease will receive one of the two treatments for 52 weeks. Researchers will use special u…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Korea University Anam Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 07, 2026 18:42 UTC
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Brain zapping device aims to break stimulant addiction
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a device called ExAblate 4000 that uses focused ultrasound to target a brain area linked to addiction. Ten adults with stimulant use disorder will receive the treatment to see if it helps them stay off drugs. The goal is to check safety and whether it reduces cra…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Korea University Anam Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 05, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Cuddle power: study probes lasting benefits of Skin-to-Skin contact for babies
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study explores the short- and long-term effects of skin-to-skin contact between mothers and healthy full-term infants. Researchers will track breastfeeding rates and mothers' mood over time. The goal is to provide evidence supporting family-centered care in South Korea.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Korea University Anam Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 11:24 UTC
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Could a simple cuff replace needles in brain aneurysm surgery?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares a non-invasive blood pressure monitor (ClearSight) to the standard arterial catheter in 50 adults undergoing brain aneurysm coiling. The goal is to see if the non-invasive method can safely detect dangerous blood pressure changes during surgery. If successful,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Korea University Anam Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 11:21 UTC
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Heart failure mystery: why Can't you exercise? study seeks answers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how blood flow in the heart's small vessels and body composition (muscle vs. fat) affect exercise ability in people with a type of heart failure called HFpEF. Researchers will measure heart blood flow and muscle/fat levels, then compare them to exercise test r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Korea University Anam Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:52 UTC