West China Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by West China Hospital, explained in plain language.
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New immune therapy targets EBV-Linked cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a new immune-based treatment for people with advanced cancers that are positive for the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). The main goal is to check if the treatment is safe and to see how well it might shrink tumors or slow the disease. Only 6 patients who ha…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:47 UTC
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Spirulina supplement may ease radiation mouth pain in cancer patients
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a spirulina-derived product can prevent or treat severe mouth sores caused by radiation therapy in people with head and neck cancer. About 70 participants will receive either the spirulina product or a placebo during their radiation treatment. The goal is…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:47 UTC
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Neurology residents test gamified learning with wristbands and digital badges
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study compares a new game-based teaching method to traditional lectures for neurology residents. About 240 residents will wear wristbands that measure stress and attention, and use a digital platform to earn badges. The goal is to see if gamification improves memory, decisio…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:55 UTC
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Scientists investigate what causes painful scar tissue after breast reconstruction
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at 300 women who had immediate breast reconstruction with implants after mastectomy. Researchers want to understand why some women develop capsular contracture, a condition where scar tissue tightens around the implant, causing pain or distortion. The goal is to …
Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:50 UTC