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Clinical trials sponsored by Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, explained in plain language.
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New stent technique may replace ileostomy for rectal cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a stent-based method could be a better alternative to ileostomy in rectal cancer patients at high risk for leakage after tumor removal. 570 adults participated across multiple hospitals. The goal was to see if the stent approach could shorten hospital st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:57 UTC
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New study tests better ways to draw blood from difficult veins
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 162 hospital patients who needed frequent blood draws but had hard-to-find veins. Researchers compared two types of catheters (long peripheral and midline) to see which worked better for drawing blood. The goal was to improve the success rate of blood collect…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:02 UTC
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Where you place the IV matters: new study aims to cut complications for antibiotic patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 90 patients receiving long-term antibiotics through a special IV catheter. Researchers compared different placement sites on the arm to see which caused fewer problems like pain, swelling, or infection. The goal is to find the best spot to place the catheter,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 12, 2026 13:39 UTC
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Smart cloud nursing boosts Self-Care for bladder cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a health cloud platform with intelligent nursing support helps people who have a urostomy (a bag to collect urine after bladder removal) manage their health more actively. 42 adults who had bladder cancer surgery took part. The goal was to see if the app…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 07, 2026 18:42 UTC