Second Affiliated Hospital, School Of Medicine, Zhejiang University
Clinical trials sponsored by Second Affiliated Hospital, School Of Medicine, Zhejiang University, explained in plain language.
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VR games may beat eye patches for lazy eye treatment
Disease control CompletedThis completed trial tested whether virtual reality training could help children aged 4–7 with mild to moderate amblyopia (lazy eye) see better. 90 children were split into two groups: one used VR vision training software, and the other wore an eye patch for 2 hours daily. Resear…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Antibiotics before endoscopy: necessary or not for cirrhosis patients?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether giving antibiotics before an endoscopic procedure helps prevent fever and rebleeding in people with cirrhosis who have had variceal bleeding before. 226 patients were randomly assigned to receive the antibiotic ceftriaxone or no antibiotics before the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for Tough-to-Treat cancer spread
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of whole-brain radiation and a chemotherapy drug (thiotepa) injected into the spinal fluid for people with solid tumors that spread to the lining of the brain and spinal cord. 58 participants received this treatment along with their regular cancer …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Protein powder boosts diet results in new study
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether adding a whey protein supplement to a reduced-calorie diet helps overweight and obese adults lose more weight and improve their metabolism. A total of 110 people aged 25-35 with a BMI of 24 or higher took part. The results will help guide better dieta…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could a clotting factor shot save trauma patients from organ failure?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether giving a clotting factor concentrate (4F-PCC) early to people with severe traumatic bleeding could reduce organ failure and death. 380 patients were randomly assigned to receive either standard care or standard care plus 4F-PCC within 2 hours of hospital…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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New bone-saving materials tested after tooth extraction
Disease control CompletedThis study tested two materials—sticky bone and Bio-Oss collagen—to preserve the jawbone after a tooth is pulled. 42 adults who needed a tooth extraction received either natural healing, Bio-Oss collagen, or sticky bone placed in the socket. The goal was to see which method best …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Experimental cell therapy targets End-Stage heart disease
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested a new cell therapy called CAR-DC in 8 people with end-stage dilated cardiomyopathy, a condition that weakens the heart. The therapy targets a protein called FAP to calm the immune system and improve heart function. The main goal was to check safety, …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New pill shows promise for early Parkinson's motor symptoms
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 2 trial tested an experimental capsule called TJ0113 in 149 people with early-stage Parkinson's disease. Participants took either 200 mg, 400 mg, or a placebo daily for 12 weeks. The main goal was to see if the drug improved motor symptoms, measured by a standard ratin…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Lifestyle overhaul may reverse metabolic syndrome in overweight individuals
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a structured, intensive lifestyle program could help overweight or obese people with metabolic syndrome achieve remission. 68 participants followed a program aiming for 15% weight loss. The goal was to see if this approach could reduce the number of meta…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Clip-and-Coil combo stops dangerous vein bleeding
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new way to treat enlarged veins in the stomach that can bleed. Doctors placed small clips before inserting coils to keep the coils from moving to the wrong place. The study included 31 patients with large abnormal blood vessels. Results showed the clip-and-coi…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Artificial intelligence reads CT scans to forecast pancreatic cancer prognosis
Diagnosis CompletedThis study used artificial intelligence to analyze CT scans and tissue samples from 247 pancreatic cancer patients. The goal was to create a model that predicts how the cancer will behave and how well patients will respond to chemotherapy. The model showed promising accuracy, but…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Can Non-Opioid painkillers replace opioids after ankle surgery?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a non-opioid pain regimen (celecoxib plus acetaminophen) works as well as an opioid regimen (oxycodone plus acetaminophen) for pain after ankle arthroscopy. 112 adults were randomly assigned to one of the two groups. The goal is to find a safer way to ma…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Yellow screen shields eyes from digital strain, study finds
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a special yellow-light, anti-glare phone screen could reduce eye strain and dryness caused by using a phone for 2 hours in a dim room. 70 adults with mild nearsightedness took part. Researchers measured tear quality, eye redness, and other signs of eye f…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Can a simple steroid shot ease frozen shoulder pain?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether steroid injections given every two weeks can improve shoulder function and reduce pain in people with frozen shoulder. Forty adults received either an ultrasound-guided injection into the shoulder or a shot in the buttock, plus a placebo. The goal was to…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New anesthetic may offer safer sedation for heart valve patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a new sedative called ciprofol against the standard drug propofol for general anesthesia in 124 older adults undergoing transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). The goal was to see if ciprofol causes fewer episodes of low blood pressure after anesthesia. R…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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New laser combo shows promise for rosacea redness
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a combination of two lasers (KTP and Nd:YAG) to treat persistent facial redness in 15 adults with rosacea. Each person received three treatments, three weeks apart. The goal was to see if the lasers could safely reduce redness and improve quality of life.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Phone film fights dry eyes and strain in new study
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether special anti-reflection and circularly polarized films placed on smartphone screens can reduce dry eyes and eye strain caused by close-up screen use. 120 adults with mild nearsightedness used phones for 45 minutes in light or dark settings. Researchers m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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New eye drops could bring relief for millions with dry eyes
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether 0.05% cyclosporine eye drops can improve symptoms of mild to moderate dry eye. Researchers enrolled 60 adults and compared the drops to standard artificial tears. The goal was to see if the drops reduce eye inflammation and ease discomfort like tired eye…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Antibiotics before endoscopy: do they prevent infections in liver patients?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 480 cirrhosis patients who had variceal bleeding and were getting an endoscopy to prevent future bleeding. Half got antibiotics before the procedure, half did not. The goal was to see if antibiotics reduce infections after the procedure. The study is retrospe…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Stroke rehab secrets revealed: 282 patients observed for 6 months
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study followed 282 first-time stroke patients for six months to see how well they stuck with their rehabilitation exercises. Researchers used a special model to identify different patterns of compliance and what factors—like physical, mental, or social—might predic…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New ultrasound method predicts bleeding risk in liver patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new way to measure blood pressure in stomach veins of 25 people with liver cirrhosis and enlarged veins (varices). Doctors used an endoscope with ultrasound to see if this method could better predict bleeding risk than standard tests. The goal was to see if th…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Stomach bug treatment may alter vaginal health, study finds
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether antibiotics for H. pylori (a stomach infection) change the natural bacteria in the vagina. Researchers followed 73 women getting treatment and 10 healthy women. They collected vaginal samples before and after treatment to see if the bacteria mix shift…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Lying on your side vs. flat: which gives better liver pressure readings?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether measuring liver pressure during an endoscopy is more accurate when patients lie on their left side versus flat on their back. Researchers tested 30 hospitalized patients with liver cirrhosis. The goal was to see if the two positions give consistent re…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Blood transfusions in heart surgery: friend or foe for anemic patients?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at over 13,000 adults who had heart surgery to understand how blood transfusions given during the operation might explain why patients with anemia before surgery are more likely to have complications afterward. The goal is to help doctors make better decisions a…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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AI coach helps doctors save stroke Patients' brains
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether an artificial intelligence system that gives doctors feedback could improve the quality of emergency stroke treatment. Over 1,200 stroke patients were involved. The AI system aimed to help doctors make better decisions during a procedure to remove blood …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC