Henry Ford Health System
Clinical trials sponsored by Henry Ford Health System, explained in plain language.
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New heart stress test could spot blockages without radiation
Diagnosis TerminatedThis study looked at whether a new type of stress echocardiography using regadenoson and atropine can accurately diagnose coronary artery disease. Researchers tested 45 adults who were already scheduled for cardiac catheterization. The goal was to see if this faster, radiation-fr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Henry Ford Health System • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:12 UTC
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Methadone may help ventilator patients wake up faster
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested whether giving methadone to ICU patients on breathing machines could help them get off the machines sooner. Methadone is a long-acting painkiller that can prevent withdrawal symptoms from other opioids. The study planned to compare methadone to placebo in 9 pati…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Henry Ford Health System • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:13 UTC
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New thumb surgery shows promise for arthritis pain relief
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study compared two surgical methods for treating thumb arthritis. The standard surgery removes a small bone and uses a tendon graft to fill the space. The newer method uses a special tape to hold the thumb bone in place. The goal was to see which approach better improves pin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Henry Ford Health System • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:02 UTC