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 study tested a workplace weight loss program for employees of a hospital who were obese (BMI 27 or higher). Over 500 participants used the So99 app to track healthy eating and exercise as part of a team competition. The goal was to see if the app helped people lose weight an…

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 completed early-phase study tested a daily drink called Baby Drink, which contains lutein, blueberry extract, vitamins, and minerals, in 20 adults with mild myopia (nearsightedness less than 700 degrees). Participants took one 20 ml pack per day for one month. Researchers tr…

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 study tested whether far infrared eye masks placed on acupoints around the eyes could improve dry eye symptoms. Thirty-one adults with dry eye disease used the masks, and researchers measured tear film stability, gland health, and symptom scores before and after one month of…

This study looked at whether high-dose omega-3 fatty acids can reduce ADHD symptoms in children aged 6-12 who have high inflammation levels. Fifteen children took omega-3 supplements for 12 weeks. Researchers measured changes in ADHD symptoms and inflammatory markers to see if om…

This study tested a long-acting painkiller called dinalbuphine sebacate in 634 adults having surgery. The goal was to see if better pain control could reduce complications like pneumonia and infections, and help patients heal faster. Researchers measured pain levels and painkille…

This study tested whether a probiotic supplement called Lactobacillus plantarum PS128 can improve tic symptoms and quality of life in children with Tourette's syndrome. 121 children aged 4-18 took part. The main goal was to see if PS128 reduces tic severity and related emotional …

This study tested whether special light devices can improve sleep in 60 adults aged 60 and older who have had insomnia for at least 3 months. Participants used bright light, near-infrared light, or both for three weeks. Researchers measured sleep quality, daytime sleepiness, and …

This study looked at whether taking pine bark extract can help healthy, active people feel less tired during and after hard exercise. Fourteen adults who exercise regularly took the supplement and did intense cycling. Researchers measured how long they could keep going and checke…

This study looked at whether electroacupuncture (a type of acupuncture with mild electric pulses) can lower inflammation and help people recover after a stroke. 17 adults who had their first ischemic stroke took part. Researchers measured changes in symptoms and blood markers to …

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 …

This study analyzed health records from over 400,000 adults who had heart surgery to see if the sedative dexmedetomidine helped prevent problems like confusion, kidney injury, or death within 30 days. Researchers compared patients who received the drug around surgery time to thos…

This study reviewed medical records of 274 adults who had emergency surgery for a torn aorta (aortic dissection). Researchers looked at how often patients had brain complications like stroke or coma after surgery and whether those complications led to longer stays in the intensiv…