Lahey Clinic
Clinical trials sponsored by Lahey Clinic, explained in plain language.
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Spine surgery showdown: which approach restores function best?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study compares two types of spine surgery (front vs back) for people with cervical spondylotic myelopathy, a condition where the spinal cord is compressed in the neck. The goal is to see which surgery leads to better quality of life and function one year later. About 269 adu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahey Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:37 UTC
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New combo aims to ease pain after liver transplant
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether giving methadone and ketamine during a liver transplant can lower pain and confusion after surgery. Fifty adults receiving a liver from a deceased donor will be randomly assigned to get either these drugs or standard care. Researchers will track pain scor…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Lahey Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:34 UTC
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Scientists dive into bladder cancer DNA to unlock its secrets
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at the chromosomes of people with bladder cancer to find patterns that may help explain how the disease starts and grows. No treatments or drugs are being tested. Up to 5,000 participants will provide samples for lab analysis.
Sponsor: Lahey Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:32 UTC
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Back surgery showdown: which fix works best?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study compares two common back surgeries for people with a slipped bone in the lower spine that causes leg or back pain. About 662 adults will be followed to see which surgery leads to better quality of life and less disability. The goal is to help doctors and patients choos…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahey Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:06 UTC