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Clinical trials sponsored by Ruijin Hospital, explained in plain language.
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New heart valve procedure could offer hope for patients with leaky aortic valve
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new way to fix a leaky heart valve (aortic regurgitation) without open-heart surgery. About 180 people with moderate-to-severe aortic regurgitation will receive a new valve system called VitaFlow Liberty through a tube in the leg. The goal is to see if thi…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Ruijin Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 04, 2026 16:22 UTC
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New imaging technique could spot dangerous plaque before stroke strikes
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a special PET/MR scan can better identify unstable plaque in the carotid artery that may cause a stroke. About 100 adults with carotid plaque will receive two types of PET tracers along with MRI to measure inflammation and fibrosis in the plaque. Research…
Sponsor: Ruijin Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 05, 2026 11:56 UTC