Shanghai Changzheng Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Shanghai Changzheng Hospital, explained in plain language.
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New mRNA injection aims to tame autoimmune diseases
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing a new drug called MTS109, made with mRNA technology, for people with moderate to severe autoimmune diseases like lupus and scleroderma. Fifteen participants will receive several injections over a month to see if it is safe and tolerable. The goal…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Changzheng Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to tame rare nerve and blood disorder
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests a combination of three drugs—carfilzomib, cyclophosphamide, and dexamethasone—in 20 people newly diagnosed with POEMS syndrome, a rare disorder affecting nerves and blood. The goal is to see if the regimen can reduce abnormal proteins and improve symptoms…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Changzheng Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Stem cell shot for arthritis knees: hope or hype?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early study is testing whether a single injection of special stem cells (hiSCs) into the knee joint is safe and can reduce pain and swelling in people with rheumatoid arthritis. Only 15 adults with active knee arthritis will take part. The main goal is to check for side effe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai Changzheng Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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New Chemo-Free combo shows promise for colorectal cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase II trial tests a combination of two drugs, anlotinib and sintilimab, as a first treatment for advanced colorectal cancer that has spread but not to the liver. The goal is to shrink tumors and control the disease without using standard chemotherapy. About 37 patients wh…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Changzheng Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Could an antibiotic help reverse fatty liver? new trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a gut-acting antibiotic called rifaximin-α can reduce liver fat in people with metabolic fatty liver disease (MASLD). About 60 adults will take either the drug or just follow diet and exercise advice for 24 weeks. The goal is to see if the drug safely low…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Changzheng Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Can enzyme pills fix blood sugar in pancreatitis patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether taking pancreatic enzyme supplements (Creon) can improve blood sugar control and digestive function in people with chronic pancreatitis who have trouble digesting food. Researchers will monitor 80 participants over time to see how their glucose level…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Changzheng Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Could a gut antibiotic shrink fatty liver? small trial aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing whether the antibiotic rifaximin can reduce liver fat in people with metabolic fatty liver disease. About 40 adults will take rifaximin pills three times daily for up to 48 weeks, while maintaining diet and exercise. The main goal is to see if li…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Changzheng Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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New antibody IBI311 takes on steroids in Head-to-Head trial for thyroid eye disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a new drug called IBI311 works better than standard steroid therapy for people with active moderate to severe thyroid eye disease. 64 participants will receive either IBI311 or steroids, and researchers will measure improvements in eye bulging, inflammati…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Shanghai Changzheng Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:13 UTC
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New antibody drug aims to ease double vision and bulging eyes in thyroid disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called IBI311 in 50 people with inactive moderate-to-severe thyroid eye disease, a condition that can cause bulging eyes and double vision. IBI311 is an antibody that blocks a protein involved in the disease. The goal is to see if it improves eye symptoms …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Shanghai Changzheng Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to tame thyroid eye disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a two-step treatment for people with moderate-to-severe thyroid eye disease (TAO) that is still active. First, patients receive high-dose steroids, then a newer drug called tetuzumab (IBI311) that blocks a growth factor receptor. The goal is to reduce bulging eye…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Shanghai Changzheng Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 12:42 UTC
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Tear iron levels may reveal dry eye severity
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether the amount of iron in tears is linked to how severe dry eye disease is. Researchers will collect tear samples from 52 people with and without dry eye and compare iron levels to standard eye tests and symptom scores. The goal is to find a new way to dia…
Sponsor: Shanghai Changzheng Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Can eye tracking reveal hidden effects of thyroid eye disease?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses a non-invasive eye tracker to measure how well people with Thyroid-Associated Ophthalmopathy (TAO) can move their eyes and pay attention to faces. Researchers will compare 100 participants, including patients and healthy volunteers, to see if the disease causes me…
Sponsor: Shanghai Changzheng Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Massive shanghai study aims to uncover hidden links between heart, kidney, and metabolic diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 4,094 adults in Shanghai who were part of an earlier health survey. Researchers will track them for up to 10 years to see how heart disease, kidney problems, and metabolic conditions like diabetes and obesity develop and interact. The goal is to better understa…
Sponsor: Shanghai Changzheng Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:50 UTC