West Virginia University
Clinical trials sponsored by West Virginia University, explained in plain language.
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Shorter antibiotic course after heart surgery for IV drug users shows promise
Disease control TerminatedThis study looked at whether people who had heart surgery for endocarditis (a serious heart infection) related to IV drug use could safely switch from IV antibiotics to oral pills after just two weeks. The goal was to see if this shorter hospital stay was safe and effective. The …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: West Virginia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:08 UTC
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Oxygen levels in skin tumors measured during cancer therapy
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested a new way to measure oxygen levels in skin tumors using a technique called EPR oximetry. Researchers wanted to see if oxygen changes during standard cancer treatments like radiation or chemotherapy. Only 3 people took part, and the study was stopped early. The g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: West Virginia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:52 UTC