Singapore General Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Singapore General Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Dialysis dressing showdown: weekly patch vs. daily cream
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a special hydrocolloid dressing changed once a week can prevent infections at the catheter exit site in people on peritoneal dialysis. 60 adult patients were randomly assigned to use either the weekly dressing or a daily antibiotic cream. The goal was to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Singapore General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 04:17 UTC
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5-Minute AI scan could slash ER overcrowding for chest pain
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a portable AI device called aiTriage that analyzes heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen levels in just 5 minutes. It gives ER doctors a real-time risk score for chest pain patients, helping decide who needs immediate care. Over 1,100 adults with chest pain too…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Singapore General Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 17, 2026 04:41 UTC
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Can online training shield paramedics from PTSD and burnout?
Prevention CompletedThis study tested two different online education programs to see which one better prevents stress-related problems like PTSD, depression, and burnout in paramedics working during the COVID-19 pandemic in Singapore. 63 paramedics took part, completing 6 weekly online modules and a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Singapore General Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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Knee surgery glue may speed up recovery, small trial hints
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether adding a fibrin sealant (VeraSeal) during total knee replacement helps patients recover faster. 78 adults with severe knee arthritis were randomly assigned to receive either the sealant plus standard medication (tranexamic acid) or the medication alone. …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Singapore General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 15:59 UTC
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Harmless virus may predict transplant risks
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 172 kidney transplant recipients to see if levels of a common, harmless virus (Torque Teno Virus) in the blood can predict serious infections or organ rejection. Participants were on stable immunosuppression for at least 3 months and were monitored for 12 mon…
Sponsor: Singapore General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 04:17 UTC