Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation
Clinical trials sponsored by Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, explained in plain language.
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New combo therapy could speed up kidney stone passage
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests two medications, mirabegron and tamsulosin, to see which works best for helping people pass ureteral stones and reducing pain. 500 adults with stones between 4-10 mm will be randomly assigned to one of four groups: mirabegron alone, tamsulosin alone, both drugs t…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Walking away from COPD symptoms: simple exercise may ease anxiety and breathlessness
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 12-week program of walking and elastic band exercises can improve anxiety, depression, breathlessness, sleep, and quality of life in people with COPD. 68 participants will either do the exercise program plus standard care or just wear a smart bracelet t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Breast cancer recovery: scientists track hidden muscle loss for two years
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 100 women with early-stage breast cancer for two years after surgery and treatment. Researchers will measure changes in muscle mass, body fat, and strength using simple tests. The goal is to understand how the body recovers and what factors affect quality of li…
Sponsor: Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Massive hospital data dive aims to uncover liver Disease's hidden links
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at medical records from 15,000 people to see how chronic liver diseases (like hepatitis, fatty liver, and cirrhosis) are linked to other health problems. Researchers will track new cases of liver cancer and complications over time. The goal is to better understan…
Sponsor: Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 19:12 UTC