Mayo Clinic
Clinical trials sponsored by Mayo Clinic, explained in plain language.
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Targeted drug combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat prostate cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a two-drug combination (niraparib and abiraterone) plus prednisone in men with advanced prostate cancer that has spread and has a specific change in the SPOP gene. The goal is to see if this treatment can shrink tumors or slow cancer growth. About 8 men will take…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 03, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Virtual reality goggles may replace some sedation during surgery
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) during knee or hip surgery can help patients feel less anxious and need fewer sedating drugs. About 50 adults having surgery with a nerve block (awake but numb) will try VR and give feedback. The goal is to see if VR is a useful…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 03, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Can your genes give you kidney stones?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at how certain gene changes might make some people more likely to get kidney stones. Researchers will study 2900 adults—some who have had calcium-based kidney stones and some who haven't—to find genetic and lifestyle factors that raise the risk. The goal is to be…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 03, 2026 12:06 UTC