Dartmouth-hitchcock Medical Center

This study tested a stem cell transplant using blood stem cells from a half-matched (haploidentical) donor in 21 people with various blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma. The goal was to see if this approach could help patients survive and recover without severe side effects.…

This study tests a 6-session virtual group program for women who have pelvic floor problems like pain or incontinence after childbirth. The group teaches coping skills and education to improve quality of life. Sixteen participants will try the program to see if it's helpful and p…

This study aimed to compare patient satisfaction between removing a urinary catheter at home versus returning to the clinic for removal after gynecologic surgery. It focused on rural patients who often face travel challenges. The study was withdrawn before enrolling any participa…

This study looks at whether a lower dose of Botox injected into the bladder works as well as the standard dose for treating sudden, strong urges to urinate (urgency incontinence) in women aged 70 and older. The goal is to reduce side effects while still improving quality of life.…

This study looks at whether treating insomnia can improve the lives of people with Crohn's disease. Researchers will test a remote insomnia treatment in 83 adults with mild to moderate Crohn's. They want to see if better sleep can also help with pain and inflammation.

This pilot study is testing a new exercise-focused group for people who are overweight or have obesity. The goal is to see if the group helps increase physical activity without raising the risk of unhealthy eating behaviors. The study will enroll 12 adults who have had weight los…

This study tests a new collapsible pessary (Reia) for women with pelvic organ prolapse. The goal is to see if it allows patients to care for their prolapse on their own, instead of needing to visit a provider 2-4 times per year. About 120 current pessary users will try the device…

This small pilot study tests whether a telehealth program called HOBSCOTCH, originally designed for epilepsy, can help people with long COVID who have memory and thinking problems. Ten participants will attend nine virtual coaching sessions and complete surveys about their qualit…

This small pilot study tests whether a home-based program called HOBSCOTCH, originally designed for epilepsy, can be adapted for people with Parkinson's disease who have memory or thinking problems. Ten participants will attend nine virtual coaching sessions and complete question…

This study tests a program called I-CARE for teens aged 12-17 who are in a medical hospital waiting for mental health treatment. The program uses videos and workbook activities to help lower emotional distress and suicidal thoughts. Researchers want to see if patients and staff f…

This study tests a simple goal-setting tool for people with knee pain or injury who are seeing an orthopedic surgeon. The tool helps patients identify specific, measurable, and time-bound goals for their treatment. The goal is to improve shared decision-making and make sure patie…

This small pilot study is testing whether a home-based program called HOBSCOTCH, originally designed for epilepsy, can be adapted to help people with multiple sclerosis (MS) who have memory and thinking difficulties. Eleven participants will work one-on-one with a coach in nine v…

This study tests a home-based program called HOBSCOTCH-PTE for people with epilepsy caused by a brain injury. The program aims to improve quality of life, memory, and thinking skills. It also helps caregivers by reducing their stress. The study includes 160 adults with post-traum…

This study tests a new web-based tool designed to help people considering metoidioplasty or phalloplasty (gender affirming surgeries) make informed choices. About 140 participants will be randomly assigned to use the tool or receive standard care, then complete surveys to measure…

This study compares two methods for confirming that an epidural needle is in the right spot: a pressure-based technique called epidural waveform analysis (EWA) and standard X-ray guidance (fluoroscopy). About 160 adults having planned surgery will receive both checks. The goal is…

This study looks at how the drug letrozole works in postmenopausal women with early-stage, hormone-sensitive breast cancer before they have surgery. About 178 participants will take letrozole for 4 to 24 weeks, and researchers will compare tumor samples taken before and after tre…