China Medical University Hospital

This small pilot study tested a combination of two drugs, alectinib and nivolumab, in 5 adults with advanced liver cancer that had not responded to standard treatments. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink tumors. Because it was a very early phase 1 trial with very…

This completed phase 4 trial tested three different drug combinations to treat obstructive sleep apnea in adults. The study enrolled 45 participants and measured changes in breathing pauses during sleep. The goal was to see if these medications could improve sleep apnea by target…

This completed Phase 2 trial tested a drug called DAAOI-P in 61 people with Parkinson's disease who also have dementia. The goal was to see if the drug could improve walking, reduce falls, and ease neuropsychiatric symptoms. Participants received either DAAOI-P or a placebo pill …

This completed trial tested a swallowable smart capsule called PressureDOT that measures pressure inside the abdomen. Twenty healthy people swallowed the capsule and did exercise while the device sent pressure data wirelessly. The goal was to see if the capsule can safely and acc…

This study tested whether adding traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) — like herbs, acupuncture, and massage — to standard care helps people with mild to moderate burns recover faster. Twenty adults received either TCM plus usual care or usual care alone. Researchers measured pain,…

This study tested a 12-week exercise program called Vivifrail in 80 elderly residents of long-term care facilities. Participants did physical training five times a week for about an hour. Researchers measured changes in physical performance, fall risk, grip strength, and overall …

This study tested a new ankle training machine in 14 athletes with chronic ankle instability. The machine allows for strengthening in multiple directions with higher resistance than standard bands. After six weeks of training, researchers measured muscle strength, balance, and ju…

This early study tested a drink called Baby Drink, which contains lutein, blueberry extract, vitamins, and minerals, to see if it could reduce eye fatigue and protect vision. Twenty adults with mild myopia (less than 700 degrees) took the drink and were tracked with questionnaire…

This study tested a 12-week mobile health program for 101 desk workers who sit most of the day. Participants used a web app and activity tracker to improve their diet, physical activity, and reduce sitting time. The goal was to see if the program was effective and cost-efficient …

This study looked at whether taking rutin, a natural compound found in plants, could improve a 40-kilometer cycling time trial in healthy young men. Twelve male college students took either rutin or a placebo for two weeks, then did the cycling test. Researchers measured markers …

This study used health records from over 68,000 adults aged 40 and older to see if people who develop long-term nerve pain after shingles are more likely to get dementia. Researchers compared those with and without this nerve pain, matching them by other health factors. The goal …