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This study looks at people whose heart failure has improved so much that their heart function seems normal again. Right now, guidelines say they must keep taking four different heart medicines for life, but it's not clear if all are still needed. Researchers will compare continui…

This study tests whether taking synbiotics (a mix of probiotics and prebiotics) early in pregnancy can help women who have had a preterm birth before. The goal is to see if these supplements can stabilize the vaginal microbiome and reduce the risk of delivering too early. About 4…

This study looks at whether a single dose of the anti-inflammatory drug dexamethasone, given during hip replacement surgery, can help patients feel better and recover faster. About 224 adults aged 60 and older having a hip replacement will receive either a low or moderate dose of…

This study looks at how different strengths of the numbing drug ropivacaine affect how fast and how long an ankle block works for people having bunion surgery. About 174 adults will be randomly assigned to receive one of three concentrations. The goal is to find the best dose for…

This study tests whether giving a sedative called dexmedetomidine at night can improve sleep quality and reduce fatigue in patients aged 60 and older after major lung surgery. About 102 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo. The goal is to see if better sleep lea…

This study tests whether giving iron through a vein can improve exercise ability and daily function in people with pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in the lungs) who also have low iron. Many patients with this condition have iron deficiency that oral supplements can't …

This study checks if the Garmin Venu 3 and Venu 4 smartwatches can accurately measure heart rate, breathing rate, and blood oxygen levels compared to a standard hospital monitor. About 30 hospitalized adults will wear both devices for up to 24 hours. If the smartwatch proves reli…

This study looks at why many older adults experience memory and thinking problems after heart surgery. Researchers will test 80 patients aged 60 and older with thinking assessments and blood tests before and after surgery. The goal is to find simple ways to identify those at risk…

This study looks at how consistent a special exercise test (CPETecho) is when done twice. The test checks heart and lung function without needles or tubes. Researchers want to know if changes in results are due to the test itself or real health changes. 30 adults who can exercise…