University Of Cincinnati

This study tests a combination of an immunotherapy drug (pembrolizumab) and a type of internal radiation (cesium-131 brachytherapy) given during surgery for head and neck cancer that has come back. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and helps prevent the cancer from retu…

This phase II trial tests an adaptive chemotherapy approach for people with pancreatic cancer that can be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if adjusting the chemo regimen based on early response can increase the number of patients who become eligible for surgery. About 32 pa…

This study tests whether giving a lower dose of radiation to nearby lymph nodes can reduce side effects in people with anal cancer who are also receiving chemotherapy. The trial includes 33 adults with locally advanced anal cancer. The goal is to see if this approach lowers toxic…

This study looks at two new methods to tell apart blockages in large versus tiny heart arteries. About 68 adults with known or suspected coronary artery disease will get a PET scan and a heart catheterization. Researchers will compare the new measurements with standard tests to s…

This study tests a program called Healthy Eating for My Infant (HEMI) designed to prevent obesity in infants from low-income families. The program includes educational sessions and peer support to help mothers with feeding and mental health. Researchers will enroll 60 mother-infa…

This study tests a mobile app called RN-SLEEP that teaches night-shift nurses cognitive-behavioral strategies to improve sleep and reduce fatigue. 76 nurses will use either the RN-SLEEP app or a control app for several weeks. Researchers will measure sleep duration, quality, and …

This study tests a telehealth program called TASK III for people caring for a family member after a stroke. The program includes a resource guide and eight weekly calls from a nurse to help caregivers build skills and manage their own health. Researchers will measure changes in c…