King's College Hospital Nhs Trust
Clinical trials sponsored by King's College Hospital Nhs Trust, explained in plain language.
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New MRI technique may prevent facial paralysis in brain tumor surgery
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether an advanced MRI scan can map the facial nerve before surgery for a benign brain tumor called vestibular schwannoma. The facial nerve controls facial movement and is at risk during tumor removal. 38 adults had the extra scan before their surgery. The goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: King's College Hospital NHS Trust • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 22, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Virtual reality goggles could replace sedatives for gut procedures
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether wearing a virtual reality headset during a colonoscopy-like procedure can help patients feel less pain and anxiety. 40 adults took part, and the goal was to see if VR could reduce the need for sedative drugs, which can have side effects. The approach is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: King's College Hospital NHS Trust • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 18:57 UTC
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Portable device may replace costly anal pressure test for new moms
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a portable, cheaper device (THD Anopress) against the standard expensive machine for measuring anal muscle strength in 53 women who had severe tears during childbirth. The goal was to see if the portable device gives accurate results. If it does, it could make f…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: King's College Hospital NHS Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 17, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New study sets blood test standards for transgender patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aims to find normal blood test ranges for transgender adults who have been on hormone therapy for at least a year. Doctors use these ranges to spot disease, but current ranges don't account for hormone therapy's effects. Researchers will analyze blood samples from 250 …
Sponsor: King's College Hospital NHS Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 08, 2026 13:08 UTC