King's College Hospital Nhs Trust
Clinical trials sponsored by King's College Hospital Nhs Trust, explained in plain language.
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Common heart drug may stop deadly bleeding in liver patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether beta-blockers, a type of blood pressure medicine, can reduce the risk of bleeding from small varices in people with cirrhosis and portal hypertension. About 763 adults with small varices will receive either beta-blockers or a placebo for up to 3 years. Th…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: King's College Hospital NHS Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:04 UTC
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Tai chi tailored for Parkinson's shows promise in small trial
Symptom relief OngoingThis pilot study tests whether a Parkinson's-specific Tai Chi program can improve movement and non-movement symptoms like balance, fatigue, and mood. Thirty adults with mild to moderate Parkinson's will either take Tai Chi classes plus usual care or just usual care for 12 weeks. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: King's College Hospital NHS Trust • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 10, 2026 13:25 UTC
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Symptom-Triggered scans could revolutionize brain tumor monitoring
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a new way to monitor glioblastoma, a serious brain cancer. Instead of routine scans, patients report symptoms through an app, which may trigger an MRI sooner. The goal is to see if this approach is practical and acceptable for patients and doctors.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: King's College Hospital NHS Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 18, 2026 11:47 UTC
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Massive UK study uncovers genetic clues to kidney disease in black HIV patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at why Black people with HIV are more likely to develop kidney disease, diabetes, and heart problems. Researchers collected health information and blood samples from over 3,000 participants across the UK. They aim to find genetic markers and other factors that pr…
Sponsor: King's College Hospital NHS Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:52 UTC