Medstar Health Research Institute

This early study tests whether washing the bladder with an antibiotic (gentamicin) followed by a probiotic (Lactobacillus) can help restore healthy bacteria and prevent urinary tract infections in people with neurogenic bladder due to spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, or sp…

This study tests a new smart home system that uses artificial intelligence to deliver cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia to young adult cancer survivors. The system includes a smart speaker, smart lighting, and a special Wi-Fi router. Researchers will compare it to standar…

This study looks at whether adding a palliative care team—specialists in comfort and holistic support—can improve quality of life for people who have had a mechanical heart pump (LVAD) for at least a year. About 90 adults who are not eligible for a heart transplant will be random…

This pilot study looks at whether it is safe and practical for pregnant women with type 1 or type 2 diabetes to continue using their insulin pump during labor, instead of switching to IV insulin. About 30 women who already use an insulin pump will be allowed to keep using it whil…