The University Of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
Clinical trials sponsored by The University Of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, explained in plain language.
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Warming blankets tested to protect moms and babies in C-Sections
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at the best ways to keep mothers warm during cesarean deliveries and how temperature changes affect both mother and baby. It included 16 women scheduled for planned C-sections with a single baby. The study was stopped early, so results are limited.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 16:10 UTC
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New program aims to stop opioid misuse in hispanic teens before it starts
Prevention TerminatedThis study tested educational videos for Hispanic/Latinx families with teens aged 15-17 to prevent opioid misuse and overdose. The program focused on safe storage, opioid knowledge, and changing attitudes. Only 6 families took part before the study ended early.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:05 UTC
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Sleep study for baby hemangioma treatment
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to see if changing how often infants take propranolol (a medication for hemangiomas) affects their sleep. Researchers compared babies taking the drug twice a day versus three times a day, and also compared them to a group using a skin cream. The study was stopped…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 16:11 UTC
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Massage therapy may boost brain fluid drainage in TBI patients
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether daily gentle massage of the head and neck (manual lymphatic drainage) for 5 days can improve fluid drainage from the brain and help thinking in people with moderate to severe traumatic brain injury. Only 2 participants were enrolled before the study w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:54 UTC
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New drug combo aims to help smokers with schizophrenia kick the habit
Symptom relief TerminatedThis small pilot study tested whether combining an injectable drug (naltrexone) with a daily pill (bupropion) is safe and feasible for helping people with schizophrenia who smoke cigarettes. Only 2 participants enrolled before the study was stopped. The goal was to see if the tre…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 05, 2026 12:06 UTC