Unity Health Toronto
Clinical trials sponsored by Unity Health Toronto, explained in plain language.
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Could a dissolvable sponge replace medical glue for dangerous stomach vein bleeds?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether an absorbable gelatin sponge works as well as cyanoacrylate glue for closing off enlarged stomach veins that can bleed. Both treatments are delivered via endoscopy with small coils. Participants are adults with a history of bleeding from these veins, and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Unity Health Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New stitch and glue combo aims to cut infections after bypass surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new method for closing the breastbone after coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery using special knotless barbed sutures and a skin adhesive. Researchers will compare 401 adults who receive this new closure to past patients who had standard closure. The go…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Unity Health Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Robot arm takes on first appendix surgery in humans
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early study tests a new robotic surgical system (Revolve) in 3 adults with simple appendicitis who are already scheduled for appendix removal. The robot helps the surgeon work more precisely during minimally invasive surgery. The main goal is to see if the device can safely …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Unity Health Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Pocket-sized HIV test could bring same-day diagnosis to community clinics
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing whether the GeneXpert system, a portable device that can run multiple tests, can accurately detect HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, hepatitis C, and HPV in community health centers and clinics. Researchers will compare its results to standard lab tests and track w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Unity Health Toronto • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a zap to your face lift your mood? new trial explores FES for depression
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) of facial muscles is a safe and effective way to reduce depression symptoms in people with major depressive disorder (MDD). About 60 adults with MDD who have not responded to up to two treatments will receive FES or…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Unity Health Toronto • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Mindfulness app may ease endometriosis pain without pills
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a 10-week virtual mindfulness program can improve quality of life for people with endometriosis-related chronic pelvic pain. Researchers will enroll 124 adults aged 18-50 with a diagnosis of endometriosis. Participants will attend online mindfulness works…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Unity Health Toronto • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Could a single pill shorten the flu? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial tests whether a single dose of baloxavir helps non-hospitalized adults with mild-to-moderate influenza recover faster compared to a placebo. About 264 participants will be enrolled within 5 days of symptoms and tracked until they feel fully recovered. The study…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Unity Health Toronto • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New breathing masks aim to make Life-Saving treatment more comfortable
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests new breathing devices for people with breathing failure and high carbon dioxide levels. Standard masks can be uncomfortable, causing patients to stop treatment. The study compares a new nasal cannula and a redesigned mask to standard masks, measuring breathing ef…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Unity Health Toronto • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:05 UTC
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Video and AI take on the consent form — can technology boost patient understanding before a complex procedure?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a digital-supported consent process — including a procedure-specific educational video and an offline AI question-answering tool — helps patients better understand the risks, benefits, and alternatives of advanced therapeutic endoscopy. Adult patients sch…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Unity Health Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to connect vulnerable torontonians to family doctors
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will test a simple idea: giving vulnerable people who don't have a family doctor the name of a specific doctor who is taking new patients. Researchers will compare this to just giving them general information on how to find a doctor. The goal is to see which meth…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Unity Health Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC