Fu Jen Catholic University Hospital

This trial tests whether taking vitamin D3 daily, alone or with calcium, can improve sports performance in female indoor athletes. Over 90 days, participants receive either vitamin D3, vitamin D3 plus calcium, or a placebo, and researchers measure changes in muscle strength, bala…

This trial tests whether a 7-day course of vonoprazan combined with high-dose amoxicillin and clarithromycin can eradicate H. pylori infection as effectively as the current 14-day extended sequential therapy. About 628 adults with H. pylori infection will be randomly assigned to …

This study looked at whether changing the amount of methyl donor nutrients (like folate and choline) in the diet could help people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). The goal was to reduce liver fat and improve liver function. 51 participants completed the study, and…

This study tested a 14-day treatment using two drugs (vonoprazan and amoxicillin) against a more complex seven-then-seven-day regimen for H. pylori infection in 337 adults in Taiwan. The goal was to see if the simpler dual therapy works just as well, with fewer side effects and e…

This study looked at whether breathing hydrogen gas before and after surgery could reduce pain and inflammation in 37 people having back surgery for a herniated disc. Participants received hydrogen inhalation around the time of their operation. The researchers measured pain level…

This study tested whether chakra-based aromatherapy (using essential oils through inhalation and massage) could reduce stress, improve mental well-being, and boost sleep quality in nurses. Sixty-nine hospital nurses took part, with one group receiving the aromatherapy five times …

This study tested a new ventilator mode called NAVA for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who need a breathing machine. NAVA uses the patient's own diaphragm signals to control the machine, aiming to improve comfort and reduce time on the ventilator. The st…

This study tested whether a digital multimedia education program could help older adults (60+) with COPD better manage their condition. Participants used an e-book on their phones or computers, guided by a nurse, over 8 weeks. The goal was to improve disease knowledge, self-care …

This study looks at 60 female college basketball players to see if their ACLs change during a season. Using ultrasound and jump tests, researchers measure ligament stiffness and leg power before and after the season. The goal is to find early signs of injury risk, helping prevent…

This study looked back at records of 126 people who had total knee replacement and received nerve blocks for pain. The goal was to compare different nerve block techniques to see which one provides better pain relief, fewer complications, and faster recovery. The findings could h…

This study compared two bowel-cleansing medicines (picosulfate sodium/magnesium citrate vs. polyethylene glycol) in 440 adults in Taiwan. The goal was to see which one cleans the colon better before a colonoscopy and which is safer and easier to take. Results help doctors choose …