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This study tests two drugs together (pucotenlimab and becotatugvedotin) in about 60 people with advanced bile duct cancer that has not responded to prior treatment. The main goal is to see if the combination can shrink tumors. Researchers will also track how long the benefit last…

This study tests a simple, non-invasive ear stimulation technique to prevent acute kidney injury—a common and serious complication after heart surgery using a heart-lung machine. About 152 adults scheduled for elective heart surgery will receive either the real stimulation or a s…

This study tests if cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can reduce mobile phone addiction and improve emotions in hospitalized mental health patients. About 140 participants will either receive CBT or standard care. The goal is to see if therapy helps with phone overuse, anxiety, …

This study tests a group therapy program called IMPROVE for university students who struggle with problematic internet use. The program combines counseling, mindfulness, and social activities over 8 weeks. Researchers will enroll 600 students aged 18-30 with moderate to severe in…

This study tests a non-invasive electrical stimulation device (TEA) placed on the skin to help elderly patients (65+) recover bowel function faster after colorectal cancer surgery. Participants receive either real TEA or a sham treatment twice daily for three days after surgery. …

This study looks at whether it's better to treat smaller branch veins at the same time as the main vein during a common varicose vein procedure (radiofrequency ablation) or to wait and treat them later. About 206 adults with varicose veins will be followed for six months to see w…

This study looks back at the hospital records of 1,000 patients with a sudden worsening of COPD (called an acute exacerbation). The goal is to see how doctors decide which type of breathing support to use—like oxygen masks, high-flow nasal cannulas, or ventilators—and when they s…