Va Puget Sound Health Care System
Clinical trials sponsored by Va Puget Sound Health Care System, explained in plain language.
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AI boosts colonoscopy accuracy in massive VA trial
Diagnosis CompletedThis large study tested whether an artificial intelligence system (GI Genius) can help doctors spot precancerous polyps during colonoscopy. Over 334,000 veterans at VA hospitals across the U.S. took part. Some hospitals used the AI device, while others did not. Researchers compar…
Sponsor: VA Puget Sound Health Care System • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Study tests best prosthetic foot for parents carrying toddlers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested different prosthetic feet in 13 people with below-knee amputations to see which one helps them walk best while carrying infants, toddlers, or other loads. Participants tried a standard foot, a foot with a heel-stiffening wedge, and a stiffer foot. The goal was t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Puget Sound Health Care System • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Why do prosthetic limbs feel so hot? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how people with below-knee amputations sense hot and cold on their skin and how their blood vessels react to temperature changes. Researchers tested 56 participants, including those with and without diabetes, to find the temperature thresholds where warmth or…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Puget Sound Health Care System • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC