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Clinical trials sponsored by Huashan Hospital, explained in plain language.
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New hope for aggressive brain cancer: experimental drug combo tested
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new drug called YSCH-01, alone or with another drug (atezolizumab), in 10 people whose glioblastoma (a severe brain cancer) has returned. The main goal is to check safety and see if the treatment helps patients live at least one year longer. Partici…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Could a common diabetes drug prevent heart failure in AF patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether SGLT2 inhibitors, a type of diabetes drug, can improve the heart's upper chamber function in people with intermittent atrial fibrillation, high blood pressure, and abnormal blood sugar. The goal is to prevent heart failure. About 66 adults will receive ei…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Could TB treatment be cut short? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests if people with tuberculosis (TB) but no symptoms can be treated with a shorter course of medication—17 weeks instead of the usual longer regimen. Researchers will compare the success rates and relapse rates between the shorter and standard treatments. The trial i…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:59 UTC
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New hope for stroke patients: drug may work even after 4.5 hours
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a clot-busting drug called tenecteplase in Chinese stroke patients who arrive at the hospital more than 4.5 hours after symptoms start. About 890 participants will receive either the drug or standard care to see if it helps them recover without disability. The go…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Could a zapping helmet wake the unconscious? new trial begins
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new, non-invasive brain stimulation method called temporal interference stimulation to see if it can safely help people with severe consciousness disorders, like a coma or vegetative state, regain awareness. The trial will involve 20 adults aged 18-75 who have …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Gut bacteria boost may ease bowel troubles after cancer surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether placing probiotics into the unused part of the intestine before stoma reversal surgery can improve bowel function in people treated for ultra-low rectal cancer. About 156 adults who had a temporary ileostomy will be randomly assigned to receive probiotics…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Simple body position may slash brain bleed recurrence in seniors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether lying flat after surgery for chronic subdural hematoma (a brain bleed) can prevent it from returning. About 830 adults aged 60 and older will be randomly assigned to either lie flat or follow standard care. The goal is to see if this simple body position …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:52 UTC
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New hope for kidney patients: targeted drug may replace harsh chemotherapy
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares a newer targeted drug, obinutuzumab, with a standard chemotherapy-based treatment (cyclophosphamide plus steroids) for people with a serious kidney condition called primary membranous nephropathy. About 144 adults with high protein in their urine will receive …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:53 UTC
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New study seeks best test for rare brain disease
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to find the best way to diagnose MOG antibody disease, a rare autoimmune condition that affects the brain and nerves. Researchers will compare two lab tests (live-cell and fixed-cell) in 240 adults suspected of having the disease. The goal is to see which test is …
Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:51 UTC
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One-Month TB pill could revolutionize school outbreak control
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 1-month, ultra-short TB prevention regimen works as well as the standard 3-month treatment for school students and staff who have been in close contact with someone with active TB. About 3,520 participants aged 13 and older will be enrolled. If successf…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:04 UTC
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Tiny tumor clones could guide cancer drug choices
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether miniature, lab-grown versions of a patient's tumor (called organoids) can accurately predict which cancer drugs will work best. Researchers will compare the organoid test results with how the patient actually responds to treatment. The goal is to see i…
Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Massive study to reveal which hepatitis b drugs best prevent liver cancer
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 33,000 adults with chronic hepatitis B to see how different antiviral treatments affect their health over 5 years. Researchers will compare drugs like entecavir and tenofovir, alone or with peginterferon, to find which best lowers liver cancer risk and helps cl…
Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:25 UTC
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Tumor cell lab test may guide salivary cancer treatment
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is for people with recurrent or metastatic salivary gland cancer. Researchers want to see if a lab test using your own tumor cells (called an organoid) can predict which drug will work best for you. The study will compare the lab test results with how you actually resp…
Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Massive 10-Year Parkinson's study launches in china
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to collect information from 100,000 people with Parkinsonian disorders in China over 10 years. Participants will fill out online questionnaires about their health, mood, sleep, and quality of life every 3 months. The goal is to better understand how the disease pr…
Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:07 UTC