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Clinical trials sponsored by Tongji Hospital, explained in plain language.
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New study seeks best surgery for kids with bowel disorder
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two types of surgery (circular Soave vs. heart-shaped) in 177 children with Hirschsprung's disease, a condition that causes severe constipation. The goal was to see which method leads to better bowel control and fewer complications. Results help doctors choose…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tongji Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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Nasal spray and IV combo eases Kids' lung scopes
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a combination of dexmedetomidine nasal spray and remimazolam to sedate 150 children aged 2-6 during bronchoscopy. The goal was to find a safer, more comfortable anesthesia plan. Results measured how well sedation worked and recovery time.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tongji Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:51 UTC
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New anesthetic shows promise for Kids' surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a new anesthetic called ciprofol in 86 children having laparoscopic surgery (like hernia repair or appendix removal). The goal was to see if ciprofol works as well as standard anesthetics for helping children wake up quickly after surgery. Researchers measured h…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tongji Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New combo may stop anesthesia itch in its tracks
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether adding remifentanil (a painkiller) can prevent or reduce the itching and tingling that sometimes happens when people get fospropofol anesthesia. It involved 265 adults having non-cardiac surgery. The main goal was to see how many people had these side…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tongji Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:00 UTC
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Ultrasound showdown: which anesthesia method works best for seniors?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at two ways of using ultrasound to guide spinal anesthesia in patients aged 60 and older having orthopedic surgery. One method used real-time guidance, while the other used a static map made before the procedure. The goal was to see which approach led to more su…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tongji Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 01:02 UTC
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Brain monitor may keep you unaware during surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study reviewed records of 511 adults who had short ear, nose, or throat surgeries with a specific type of anesthesia (remimazolam). Researchers checked if keeping a brain activity monitor reading below 60 helped prevent patients from being aware during surgery. The goal was …
Sponsor: Tongji Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:53 UTC
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Ultrasound-Guided spinal anesthesia: faster or not? 3,597 patients weigh in.
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether using real-time ultrasound to guide spinal anesthesia is faster than the traditional method of feeling for landmarks. Researchers reviewed records from 3,597 patients who had surgery under spinal anesthesia. The goal was to see if ultrasound guidance …
Sponsor: Tongji Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:51 UTC
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Scientists pinpoint ideal sedative dose for Kids' scope procedures
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study involved 165 children aged 0-12 years undergoing painless bidirectional endoscopy. Researchers aimed to find the dose of remimazolam that works in 90% of children, using a special sequential trial method. The goal is to ensure safe and effective sedation tailored to di…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tongji Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC