Duke University
Clinical trials sponsored by Duke University, explained in plain language.
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Less radiation may work just as well for some lymphoma patients
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether giving a lower dose of radiation (20 Gy instead of 30 Gy) to a smaller area can still keep lymphoma from coming back in patients who had a clear PET scan after chemotherapy. About 241 adults with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma are taking part. The goal …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 11, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Ketone drink tested to boost exercise in heart failure patients
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a special ketone drink can help people with heart failure feel less tired and short of breath during exercise. Researchers will measure exercise capacity and heart function in 25 adults with reduced ejection fraction. The drink is considered safe by the F…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 10, 2026 13:25 UTC
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Brain pacemaker study seeks better patterns for movement disorders
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at how different patterns of deep brain stimulation (DBS) affect movement symptoms and brain activity in people with Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, multiple sclerosis, or dystonia. Researchers will test non-regular stimulation patterns to find ways to mak…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 11, 2026 12:11 UTC
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New MRI technique could reveal how well lung scarring treatments work
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study at Duke University is testing whether a special type of MRI (using xenon gas) can detect changes in lung scarring in people with progressive pulmonary fibrosis. About 60 adults will have MRI scans before starting anti-fibrotic medication and again at 3, 6, and 12 month…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 08, 2026 13:18 UTC