National Cheng-kung University Hospital

This study tests a treatment plan for people with stage II or III rectal cancer. Participants receive short-course radiation followed by chemotherapy before any surgery. The goal is to see how many patients have their cancer completely disappear. The study is currently recruiting…

This study tests a new treatment approach for people with T4 esophageal cancer, where the tumor has spread to nearby organs. Participants first receive several rounds of chemotherapy, followed by chemoradiation if the tumor shrinks enough. The goal is to see if this approach redu…

This study tests whether spraying two medicines (tranexamic acid and sucralfate) directly onto bleeding stomach or bowel tumors during an endoscopy can stop bleeding better than standard methods. About 60 adults with tumor bleeding will be randomly assigned to get the spray plus …

This study tests whether spraying nitroglycerin directly into the bile duct during an ERCP procedure can prevent pancreatitis, a common and serious complication. About 440 adults who need a stone removed from their bile duct will take part. Half will get the nitroglycerin spray d…

This study tests whether a smartphone app called Safe Haven can help college students feel less depressed, anxious, or stressed. About 68 students will either use the app plus standard campus care, or just standard care alone. The app includes daily mood check-ins, weekly surveys…

This study tests whether a new virtual reality therapy can help people who had a stroke more than 6 months ago improve arm function. 44 participants will compare two VR approaches that use mirror therapy and task practice. The goal is to see which method better boosts motor skill…

This study looks at whether a smart exercise system can improve physical fitness in adults aged 50 and older. About 400 participants will either follow their normal routine or use the smart system twice a week for 12 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in strength, balance, a…

This study explores whether artificial intelligence can predict which sleep apnea treatment works best for each person. Researchers will also test if a smartphone app helps patients stick with mouth and throat exercises. The goal is to make sleep apnea care more personalized and …

This study looks at whether adding real-time ultrasound images and muscle-activity readings (EMG) to standard pelvic floor exercises helps women with pelvic floor problems stick with their training and get better results. About 70 women with issues like pelvic organ prolapse or s…