Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University
Clinical trials sponsored by Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, explained in plain language.
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New drug combo shows promise for untreatable liver tumors
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests a combination of two drugs (donafenib and sintilimab) plus a procedure called TACE in 48 adults with advanced liver cancer that cannot be surgically removed. The goal is to see if this triple therapy can shrink tumors and control the disease. The study is…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New blood filter shows promise for liver failure patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a blood-filtering treatment called DPMAS for people with severe liver failure. The goal is to see if it can lower the risk of death or worsening disease within weeks. About 1300 adults with chronic liver disease and high bilirubin levels are taking part. Research…
Sponsor: Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Stem cell study to prevent transplant complications pulled before start
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a special type of stem cell (hAESC) could safely prevent acute graft-versus-host disease in people receiving a stem cell transplant for blood cancer. It was designed for adults at high risk of this complication. However, the study was withdrawn before a…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for untreatable liver cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether a three-part treatment—blocking the tumor's blood supply (TACE), precise radiation (SBRT), and drugs that boost the immune system—can help people with intermediate to advanced liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The 17 participants all rece…
Sponsor: Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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AI could speed up cancer testing for digestive tumors
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is developing and testing an AI model that automatically interprets CLDN18.2 protein levels in digestive system tumors. Researchers will use thousands of pathology samples from multiple hospitals to see if the AI can read test results as accurately as human experts. Th…
Sponsor: Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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AI could revolutionize cancer diagnosis in new study
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing a new artificial intelligence (AI) system that combines information from tissue samples, scans, and medical records to help doctors better diagnose and treat cancer. Researchers will enroll 2000 adults with various cancers to see how well the AI can classify…
Sponsor: Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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AI reads cancer slides to guide precision treatment
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study uses artificial intelligence to analyze pathology slides and medical images from 2000 adults with various cancers. The goal is to help doctors more accurately classify tumors, predict treatment responses, and personalize care. Participants must be 18-75 and have comple…
Sponsor: Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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New sedative could speed recovery for ventilator patients
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tests a new sedative called remimazolam for people in the ICU who need a breathing tube after oral or facial surgery. It compares remimazolam to two standard sedatives, propofol and midazolam, to see if it works just as well and helps patients wake up faster. The trial…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Blood pressure drug may boost cancer therapy in stomach cancer patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at 80 patients with both locally advanced gastric cancer and high blood pressure. Researchers want to see if taking beta-blockers (a common blood pressure drug) alongside standard cancer treatment leads to better tumor shrinkage compared to other blood pressure d…
Sponsor: Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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AI model aims to end guesswork in head and neck cancer care
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study uses an AI model to analyze patient data and recommend the best follow-up treatment after surgery for advanced head and neck cancer. Researchers will track 571 patients over two years to see if the AI's suggestions improve survival and reduce recurrence. The goal is to…
Sponsor: Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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500 patient records analyzed to uncover esophageal cancer survival clues
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study reviewed medical records of 500 adults with esophageal cancer treated between 2017 and 2024. Researchers analyzed patient details, lab results, tumor information, and treatments to find factors that influence survival. No new treatments were tested; the goal was to lea…
Sponsor: Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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AI assistant for cancer diagnosis: will it help doctors spot tumors better?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether an artificial intelligence (AI) model can help pathologists diagnose gastric cancer more accurately and quickly. About 1000 patients with gastric biopsies or surgical samples will take part. Some pathologists will use the AI tool to assist their diagnosis…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC