Gangnam Severance Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Gangnam Severance Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Fewer needles, same results: monthly anemia drug effective for kidney patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tested whether a once-monthly injection of darbepoetin alfa can keep hemoglobin levels stable in people with advanced chronic kidney disease who are not on dialysis. 40 Korean adults completed the 12-week evaluation, and the monthly dosing was found to be as effective …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Gangnam Severance Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:55 UTC
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Can a smartphone app ease mysterious body aches?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether an 8-week mobile app can help adults with somatic symptom disorder or medically unexplained symptoms feel better. About 110 adults will either use the app or continue their usual care. The app teaches mind-body awareness and stress management. Researchers…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gangnam Severance Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:13 UTC
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Which glaucoma surgery is safer? new study analyzes vision loss risks
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looked at 523 people with severe glaucoma who had one of two types of eye surgery. The goal was to see which surgery had a higher risk of causing central vision loss shortly after the operation. Researchers found that the main factor affecting vision was how stable the…
Sponsor: Gangnam Severance Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:08 UTC