Shanghai East Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Shanghai East Hospital, explained in plain language.
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New blood pressure strategy aims to reduce brain bleeding in stroke patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adjusting blood pressure differently during clot-busting treatment for stroke can lower the risk of dangerous bleeding in the brain. About 340 adults aged 18 to 80 with acute ischemic stroke and high blood pressure will take part. Researchers will comp…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shanghai East Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:55 UTC
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Could a quick cholesterol jab before stroke treatment boost recovery?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving a powerful cholesterol-lowering drug (PCSK9 inhibitor) before a clot-removal procedure helps people recover better from a severe stroke. About 652 adults who are having a stroke due to a large blocked artery in the front part of the brain will be r…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Shanghai East Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 08, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New blood test could speed up stroke diagnosis and save lives
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to develop a quick blood test to tell whether a stroke is caused by bleeding or a clot, which is critical for giving the right treatment fast. Researchers will test a protein called GFAP in 527 adults with suspected stroke arriving at the hospital within 3 hours o…
Sponsor: Shanghai East Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 12, 2026 13:46 UTC
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Fatty liver linked to colon polyp genes? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at colon polyps in people with a type of fatty liver disease (MASH) compared to those without it. Researchers want to find specific gene patterns that might signal higher-risk polyps. About 100 adults already scheduled for routine colon polyp removal will donate …
Sponsor: Shanghai East Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:03 UTC