Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing
Clinical trials sponsored by Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing, explained in plain language.
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Could stem cell vesicles treat spinal cord cavities?
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests whether injections of tiny particles from umbilical cord stem cells are safe for people with syringomyelia, a condition where fluid-filled cavities form in the spinal cord. The study will enroll 18 adults whose symptoms haven't improved after surgery …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain zaps for seizures: tiny trial tests new target
Disease control OngoingThis pilot study tests whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) of a brain region called the subiculum can safely reduce seizures in 6 people with drug-resistant temporal lobe epilepsy and bilateral hippocampal sclerosis. Participants receive a DBS device, and researchers track seizu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Can a light cap slow Alzheimer's? new trial tests it
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether shining near-infrared light on the head (a device called NirsCure) can safely help people with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease. 38 participants will either get real light or a sham treatment for 16 weeks, then everyone can get the real light for up t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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AI-Powered brain zaps aim to boost memory in Alzheimer's
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a personalized brain stimulation device (tACS) for older adults with mild cognitive impairment or mild Alzheimer's. The device uses AI to tailor the stimulation based on each person's brain scans. About 460 participants will join to see if it safely improves memo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Brain artery test may spot hidden stroke risk
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis observational study is testing whether a new digital imaging analysis can more accurately predict stroke risk in 400 adults with narrowed brain arteries (50-99% blockage). Participants undergo standard angiography, and researchers use a computer method to measure blood flow …
Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC