Nanjing Medical University
Clinical trials sponsored by Nanjing Medical University, explained in plain language.
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Heart valve repair: which ring works best?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study compares two types of surgical rings—flexible band and rigid ring—used to repair a leaky tricuspid heart valve (tricuspid regurgitation). About 300 adults with heart valve disease will be enrolled to see which ring leads to better long-term outcomes, such as fewer repe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nanjing Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 04:19 UTC
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Could a drug combo save organs after deadly aortic tear?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether giving two drugs—ulinastatin and thymosin α1—right after emergency surgery for a torn aorta can lower the risk of severe inflammation and organ failure. About 200 adults will receive the treatment to see if it helps prevent complications like lung, kidney…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nanjing Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 04:18 UTC
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Gut bacteria booster may shield organs after heart surgery
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a probiotic called Probacine can protect the gut and reduce organ damage in 500 adults after heart surgery. Researchers believe that supporting healthy gut bacteria may help prevent complications. Participants will take Probacine and be monitored for gut …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nanjing Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 04:15 UTC
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Fruit, exercise, and vitamins: a new recipe to fight frailty in seniors?
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether a combination of exercise, fruit, and vitamin supplements can reduce frailty in older adults aged 65 to 80. About 934 people with low physical activity and low fruit intake will take part. The intervention group will do exercise and eat fruit and vitam…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nanjing Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:56 UTC
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New Brain-Computer combo aims to restore smiles in facial palsy patients
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain-computer interface combined with mild electrical stimulation can help people with peripheral facial palsy improve their facial movement. About 30 adults aged 18-70 with moderate to severe facial weakness will receive the treatment. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nanjing Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Can better eating keep older stomach cancer patients stronger?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows 438 older adults (60+) who had surgery for stomach cancer. Researchers will survey them at discharge and 1, 3, and 6 months later to track their eating habits, frailty, mood, and family support. The goal is to understand how diet affects frailty over time, whic…
Sponsor: Nanjing Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:57 UTC