Inova Health Care Services
Clinical trials sponsored by Inova Health Care Services, explained in plain language.
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Which shock works best for AFib? study pits zoll vs. lifepak
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two different defibrillator waveforms (Zoll's 200J shock vs. Lifepak's 360J shock) to see which one better restores normal heart rhythm in people with atrial fibrillation. Over 500 adults participated, and the main goal was to check heart rhythm one minute after…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Inova Health Care Services • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:48 UTC
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Marathon Runners' colon cancer risk under microscope
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study measured how often colorectal cancer and precancerous polyps occur in endurance athletes aged 35 to 50. Researchers screened 94 male and female runners who had completed long-distance races. The goal was to see if this group has different cancer rates compared to the g…
Sponsor: Inova Health Care Services • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Scientists hunt for immunotherapy clues in surgical drain fluid
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study collected fluid from surgical drains and blood samples from 10 patients who had surgery for stomach or esophageal cancer. Researchers used lab tests to look for molecular markers that might help predict how well a patient will respond to immunotherapy. The goal was to …
Sponsor: Inova Health Care Services • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:02 UTC