Emory University
Clinical trials sponsored by Emory University, explained in plain language.
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Liver cancer drug trial for transplant patients halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested the drug lenvatinib in people whose liver cancer returned after a liver transplant. The goal was to see if the drug could shrink tumors. However, the trial was stopped early after enrolling only 3 participants, so we don't have enough information to know if it w…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:08 UTC
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Promising prostate cancer combo study halted early
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage trial tested whether adding an immunotherapy drug called vudalimab to standard hormone therapy or chemotherapy could help men with prostate cancer that has spread. Only 4 people took part before the study was stopped. The main goals were to check safety and see i…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 06:52 UTC
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Can an app help breast cancer patients stick with lifesaving pills?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a web-based app designed to help people with early-stage hormone-positive breast cancer take their daily hormone therapy as prescribed. Many patients stop taking these pills due to side effects or lack of support, which can increase the risk of cancer returning.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:05 UTC
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Electric pulses tested for chemo nerve pain in breast cancer
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether a device called TENS, which sends mild electrical pulses to the skin, could help relieve nerve pain (tingling, numbness) caused by chemotherapy in people with early-stage breast cancer. Only 17 people took part before the study was stopped early. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:03 UTC
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Free diabetes classes help researchers understand latino health needs
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at Latinos with diabetes who took part in free education classes. Researchers collected information about their health, habits, and barriers to care. The goal was to learn more about this community's needs and track changes in blood sugar over time.
Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:00 UTC
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Wrist injury study: which surgery works best?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at two ways to fix a serious wrist injury called a perilunate injury, which can cause long-term pain and weakness. Researchers planned to compare open surgery versus arthroscopic (minimally invasive) surgery in 9 adults. The goal was to see which approach leads …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 06:48 UTC