National Taiwan University Hospital

This study aims to see if using two hormones instead of one to trigger ovulation improves pregnancy and live birth rates for women undergoing frozen embryo transfer (FET) during IVF. It will involve 170 women aged 24 to 45. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either…

This study is testing if a drug called Empagliflozin, commonly used for diabetes, can help control Brugada syndrome, a rare genetic heart condition that can cause dangerous irregular heartbeats. Researchers will give the drug to 10 adult patients for three months to see if it imp…

This study aims to find out if a drug called ibandronate works as well as the current standard drug, zoledronic acid, to protect bones after women stop taking denosumab for osteoporosis. It will involve 52 postmenopausal women who have taken denosumab for less than three years. R…

This study is testing a new program that combines AI-guided community exercise with continuous glucose monitoring for adults who have both knee osteoarthritis and obesity. The main goal is to see if this approach helps control blood sugar levels. Researchers will also track chang…

This study is testing a new, custom-made 3D-printed implant designed to replace parts of the spine removed during tumor surgery. The implant is made of titanium and has a flexible, bone-like structure intended to promote healing and reduce complications like sinking into bone. Re…

This study is testing whether a remote care program using a telehealth platform and smartwatch monitoring can help people with advanced liver cirrhosis stay healthier at home. Researchers want to see if this approach reduces unexpected hospital visits and medical costs compared t…

This study is testing if giving the medication lidocaine during a heart procedure called pulsed field ablation can reduce unwanted coughing and diaphragm movement. The goal is to make the procedure safer and more stable for patients with atrial fibrillation. Researchers will comp…

This study is testing a smart monitor that uses an algorithm to predict drops in blood pressure during long oral cancer surgeries. It will compare the new monitor to standard care in 100 patients to see if it reduces the severity of low blood pressure during the operation and low…

This study is testing if a medication called tirzepatide, which helps with weight loss, can also help control a persistent irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) after a corrective heart procedure. It will involve 200 overweight adults who are scheduled for this procedure. Res…

This is an early safety study for people with pancreatic cancer that has spread to the liver and has stopped responding to standard chemotherapy. It tests a new approach where doctors use targeted sound waves (sonoporation) to try to help chemotherapy drugs get into the liver tum…

This study compares two methods surgeons use to find broken ribs before fixing them. Researchers will test whether mixed reality (using special glasses to see a 3D map on the patient) is more accurate and faster than traditional ultrasound for marking the fracture location. The s…

This study aims to test a new, non-invasive wearable sensor that sticks to the neck to monitor swallowing muscle activity. It will involve 20 healthy adults and 20 people with swallowing difficulties (dysphagia). The goal is to see if this comfortable sensor can work as well as c…

This study is testing a new computer system that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to read chest X-rays in real-time. It aims to help doctors in emergency rooms and intensive care units spot dangerous problems faster, like breathing tubes that are in the wrong place or a collapse…

This study is testing a new AI-powered electronic stethoscope to see if it can detect breathing problems during anesthesia before a patient's oxygen levels drop. Researchers will monitor 60 adults having elective breast surgery with a special breathing tube. The goal is to see if…

This study is testing whether a virtual reality (VR) system can help doctors more accurately and safely locate small lung nodules before surgery. The system creates a 3D digital map of the patient's lung to guide needle placement during a CT scan. Researchers will enroll 30 patie…

This study is testing a new computer tool that creates a 3D model of a patient's lungs before lung cancer surgery. Doctors will use this model to perform a 'virtual surgery' to predict how well the patient's lungs will work after the real operation. The goal is to give surgeons a…

This study is testing if a more personalized screening plan can better prevent colon cancer in people at very high risk. It compares the standard approach (a colonoscopy every 3 years) to a new plan using a simple annual stool test to catch problems earlier. The goal is to see if…

This study is testing a special 'smart' air mattress that automatically turns patients in the ICU. The goal is to prevent painful bedsores, which are common in patients who can't move themselves. Researchers will compare this mattress to standard foam mattresses to see if it work…

This study is testing if a home exercise program delivered through a popular messaging app can help patients recover better from surgery to remove lung nodules. About 60 patients will use the app for at least one week before their operation to do guided exercises. Researchers wil…

This study aims to see if a single biofeedback session helps people perform Kegel exercises better to improve bowel control after rectal cancer surgery. It will compare two groups: one doing Kegel exercises with biofeedback guidance, and one doing Kegel exercises alone. The goal …

This study is testing a special chatbot on the LINE app to see if it helps people with advanced lung cancer better manage the side effects of their oral medication. About 178 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either their usual care or usual care plus access to th…

This study is testing a non-invasive ultrasound treatment called histotripsy to relieve symptoms like pain caused by abdominal tumors that cannot be surgically removed. The treatment uses focused sound waves to break down tumor tissue without needles or radiation. Researchers wil…

This study is testing whether a medication called oxybutynin can help men recover bladder control more quickly after robotic prostate cancer surgery. About 135 men will be randomly assigned to take either the real drug or a placebo pill daily for 1-3 months. Researchers will comp…

This study aims to find the best way to train doctors to use portable ultrasound machines when caring for patients at home instead of in a hospital. It will compare a new training method using peer instructors, remote supervision, and realistic simulations against traditional in-…

This study looks back at medical records to see if getting a CT scan sooner after a person's heart is restarted outside the hospital leads to better short-term survival. It will analyze data from 5,000 adult patients to understand the link between scan timing and whether patients…

This study aims to understand why red meat raises heart disease risk more in some people than others. Researchers will test if a specific gene in a person's gut bacteria can predict how much of a harmful substance (TMAO) their body makes after eating a large amount of beef. 65 he…

This study aims to understand if working night shifts is linked to changes in how the heart relaxes between beats, a condition called diastolic dysfunction. Researchers will compare 60 healthcare workers who work nights with those who don't by having them fill out surveys and get…

This study aims to find out if ejaculating shortly before prostate cancer surgery makes the procedure easier for the surgeon. Researchers will compare two groups of 40 men: one asked to ejaculate within 36 hours before surgery, and another asked to abstain for at least 72 hours. …

This study aims to understand and track muscle loss in patients after stomach cancer surgery. Researchers will follow 100 patients for a year, using simple ultrasound scans to measure muscle thickness and check nutrition levels. The goal is to spot muscle loss early to help guide…

This study aims to measure exactly how much material is removed each time a dentist grinds a zirconia dental crown to make it fit better. Researchers will have dental students, interns, and experienced dentists perform grinding strokes on test blocks in a lab. By scanning the blo…

This study aims to understand how shoulder muscles change in oral cancer patients who have had neck surgery and are doing physical therapy. Researchers will use ultrasound imaging to measure muscle size and see how it relates to shoulder movement. The goal is to learn if ultrasou…

This study aims to understand how mouth cancer patients who have had surgery and use a special dental plate (an obturator) are able to eat. Researchers will measure 40 participants' tongue strength and biting force and compare these to what they eat daily. The goal is to learn ho…