Sheba Medical Center
Clinical trials sponsored by Sheba Medical Center, explained in plain language.
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Virtual Weight-Loss program for kids shows promise
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a telemedicine program for children with obesity works better than standard in-person care. 100 children aged 10-18 were split into two groups: one received most of their care through video calls, and the other had monthly in-person visits. The main goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sheba Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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AI boosts colonoscopy accuracy for lynch syndrome patients?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether using artificial intelligence (AI) during colonoscopy helps find more polyps in people with Lynch syndrome, a genetic condition that raises colon cancer risk. One hundred participants each had two colonoscopies back-to-back, with the second using either …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sheba Medical Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Virtual reality offers Drug-Free relief during painful ultrasounds for endometriosis
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether using virtual reality (VR) during a trans-vaginal ultrasound could help women with endometriosis feel less anxious and experience less pain. 155 women were randomly assigned to either use VR for relaxation during the exam or receive standard care. Resear…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sheba Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Video triage before the ER: a smarter way to treat Non-Urgent patients?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether having a video consultation with a senior emergency doctor before entering the ER can improve care for non-urgent patients. 200 adults were randomly assigned to either a video consult plus standard care or standard care alone. The goal was to see if the …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sheba Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC