Case Western Reserve University
Clinical trials sponsored by Case Western Reserve University, explained in plain language.
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Gentler balloon angioplasty could cut stroke risk in High-Risk patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a gentler balloon angioplasty procedure to improve blood flow in people with severely narrowed brain arteries that have already caused a minor stroke. The goal is to see if the procedure is safe and can prevent future strokes. About 159 participants who recently …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Case Western Reserve University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:50 UTC
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New program aims to stop elder abuse in dementia care
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests a program called KINDER, designed to help family caregivers of people with dementia reduce stress and prevent psychological elder abuse, like yelling or threatening. About 260 caregivers will be randomly assigned to receive the KINDER training or usual support. T…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Case Western Reserve University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 26, 2026 06:48 UTC
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Home makeover for lungs: cheap fixes may ease Kids' asthma
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether simple, low-cost repairs to reduce mold and dampness in the home can improve asthma control in children from low-income families. About 80 kids with asthma will be split into two groups: one gets the home improvements right away, the other waits. Resea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Case Western Reserve University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 06:48 UTC
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Could you soon scan your own eyes? new study says maybe
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether people with eye diseases can use a special device to take pictures of the back of their eyes (OCT scans) without help from a technician. The goal is to make it easier for patients to monitor their eye health from home, reducing the need for frequent clini…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Case Western Reserve University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:53 UTC
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Phone cards may boost confidence in prenatal screening choices
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a short set of information cards shown on a mobile phone can help pregnant people feel more confident when deciding about prenatal genetic screening. About 1,400 participants will either use the cards before their first doctor visit or receive usual care.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Case Western Reserve University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:51 UTC
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Can a clubhouse boost brain power in schizophrenia? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how a community-based program called the Clubhouse Model affects thinking skills, daily life, and brain activity in adults with schizophrenia. Researchers will compare it to standard outpatient care. Thirty participants will complete interviews, thinking tests…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Case Western Reserve University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:53 UTC