National Taiwan University Hospital

This study tested the safety and effectiveness of combining two drugs, lenvatinib and eribulin, for people with advanced liposarcoma or leiomyosarcoma that could not be removed by surgery or had spread. The trial involved 30 participants whose cancer had progressed after up to tw…

This study tested whether a coordinated, multi-specialty care team led by a heart rhythm specialist could better manage atrial fibrillation (AF). It involved 343 adults diagnosed with AF and aimed to reduce the amount of time patients spent in AF and prevent serious heart complic…

This study looked at whether switching patients from long-term denosumab treatment to other bone-strengthening drugs (alendronate or zoledronate) could prevent rapid bone loss. It involved 44 postmenopausal women and men over 50 who had been on denosumab for at least three years.…

This study tested if using a CPAP machine at night, which treats sleep apnea, could also help reduce episodes of an irregular heartbeat called atrial fibrillation. It involved 25 adults who had both conditions. Researchers measured changes in heart rhythm, heart structure, and qu…

This study tested if adding an immunotherapy drug (pembrolizumab) after standard surgery and chemoradiation could help prevent esophageal cancer from returning in patients at high risk of recurrence. It involved 26 patients in Taiwan who had already undergone initial treatment bu…

This study aimed to find the best way to measure if medication is working well for people with atrial fibrillation who choose a 'rate control' treatment strategy. Researchers tested 13 patients using exercise tests to see if a simple resting heart rate check is a good guide for a…

This study aimed to find out whether controlling heart rhythm with a procedure or controlling heart rate with medication works better to protect thinking skills in people with persistent atrial fibrillation. Researchers followed 9 patients, using brain scans and memory tests to t…

This study tested a new electronic system that listens to breathing sounds to improve safety for patients sedated during common gastrointestinal scopes like colonoscopies. It compared the new sound monitor against standard monitoring in 200 patients to see if it reduced breathing…

This study tested whether using a portable, handheld ultrasound device at a patient's bedside could help doctors diagnose abdominal issues faster than waiting for standard scans. Researchers compared two groups of hospitalized adults who needed a stomach specialist: one group got…

This study compared two methods for checking for swollen veins (varices) in the esophagus and stomach of patients with biliary atresia. Researchers tested a new swallowable camera capsule against the traditional flexible tube scope to see which was more comfortable and produced f…

This study tested whether artificial intelligence (AI) could accurately screen infants for potential motor delays by analyzing videos of their movements. Researchers worked with 122 full-term and preterm infants, comparing the AI's analysis of home videos recorded by parents to a…

This study tested whether a virtual reality (VR) headset system could help measure visual attention problems in people who have had a stroke. Researchers compared the VR system's measurements with traditional paper-based tests in 100 stroke patients and 100 healthy adults. The go…

This study tested whether an electronic stethoscope could help doctors detect and predict dangerous narrowing in the special blood vessels (arteriovenous fistulas) that dialysis patients need for treatment. Researchers recorded sounds from 30 long-term dialysis patients' blood ve…

This study tested whether using portable, bedside ultrasound machines in general medical wards helps doctors make faster and more accurate diagnoses. Researchers trained nurse practitioners to perform these quick scans on 144 adult patients admitted from the emergency department.…

This study tested whether a 12-week group program, led by coaches, could help older adults living at home adopt healthier habits to protect their brains and potentially delay dementia. Researchers compared the coached program to a non-coached version and a regular activity class …

This study tested a special training program designed to help children and teenagers with autism or other developmental disabilities cooperate better during eye exams. Twenty participants attended six one-on-one sessions with a therapist to practice exam procedures using games, r…

This study tested a combined anesthesia approach for patients aged 60+ undergoing lower back fusion surgery. Researchers wanted to see if using a specific mix of anesthetic drugs could lead to a smoother, higher-quality recovery. They measured recovery scores, confusion after sur…

This study tested whether starting a gentle movement program within 1-2 days after a stroke helps people recover better. It involved 102 stroke patients, comparing those who did the early movement activities to those who received standard care alone. The goal was to see if this a…

This study tested a 2-week, nurse-led exercise program designed to help ICU survivors who couldn't stand up from a chair on their own. The program involved supervised exercises and practice standing up. Researchers wanted to see if this 'Sit-to-Stand Care' could improve patients'…

This study tested whether virtual reality therapy could help autistic adults cope with overwhelming sensory situations like loud noises or crowded spaces. Researchers created VR scenarios to gradually expose 90 participants to common triggers while teaching coping strategies. The…

This study tested whether a 4-week telehealth support program could help people recover better at home after heart bypass surgery. 160 patients were randomly assigned to receive either the telehealth program or standard follow-up care. The program included regular phone check-ins…

This small study tested if combining two therapies—mirror therapy and electrical stimulation—could improve hand function and nerve healing after a specific injury. Seven people with recent median or ulnar nerve injuries in the forearm did exercises while watching their good hand …

This study explored whether a gentle, low-level laser treatment could help relieve common and uncomfortable symptoms of menopause, such as vaginal dryness, pain during sex, and urinary problems. It involved 27 menopausal women who received the laser therapy once a week for eight …

This study tested if giving patients a quick IV injection of one of two drugs (lidocaine or alfentanil) right before a lung procedure could prevent severe coughing. Coughing during these procedures can make it harder for doctors to work and can be risky for patients. The research…

This study compared two drugs used to wake patients up from anesthesia after head and neck surgery. It focused on patients at high risk for trouble urinating after surgery. Researchers wanted to see if one drug (sugammadex) caused fewer urination problems than the standard drug c…

This study tested whether a 12-week program of building and programming Lego robots could improve thinking skills and memory in adults aged 50 and older. Researchers enrolled 48 participants to see if this hands-on, puzzle-like training helps the brain work more flexibly. They me…

This study tested whether applying two gel-like barrier materials during thyroid surgery could reduce painful internal scarring afterward. The research involved 45 patients who had surgery for goiter or thyroid cancer, measuring their swallowing difficulty and scar severity. The …

This study tested whether a special, comprehensive mouth care routine could help nursing home residents who have trouble swallowing. Researchers worked with 91 residents to see if this care improved their ability to eat by mouth and allowed them to have their feeding tubes remove…

This study tested whether a water exercise program called Ai Chi could help overhead athletes with poor shoulder blade movement. Researchers measured how well specific shoulder muscles worked in 21 athletes after doing these exercises. The goal was to see if training in water cou…

This study tested whether a home exercise program guided by regular video or phone calls could help people recovering from severe COVID-19. It involved 20 survivors and compared those who received remote coaching every 1-2 weeks to those who received usual care. The goal was to s…

This study looked back at medical records to compare two types of stomach cancer surgery. Researchers examined 96 patients who had either partial removal (proximal gastrectomy) or full removal (total gastrectomy) of their stomach. They wanted to see which approach led to better s…

This study aimed to better understand how swallowing changes in people with oral cancer. Researchers used two special imaging tests to measure swallowing function in 48 patients before or after their cancer surgery. The goal was to gather detailed information to help doctors unde…

This study looked back at medical records to see if taking common oral medications for bone health (anti-resorptive agents) is linked to how well dental implants succeed. Researchers reviewed the records of 300 patients who got implants at a major hospital, comparing success rate…

This study compared two different techniques for performing a key step in a heart procedure without using X-ray guidance. Researchers tested these methods in 28 patients with atrial fibrillation who were scheduled for a heart rhythm procedure. The goal was to see which technique …

This study aimed to discover genetic markers that could predict which physical therapy treatments work best for chronic shoulder and muscle pain. Researchers tested three common treatments—laser therapy, ultrasound, and a sugar-water injection—on 80 patients. By analyzing patient…

This study tested a new interactive digital training program designed to help nurses learn how to care for patients with severe internal bleeding from abdominal or pelvic injuries. The program used decision-making trees and realistic scenarios to teach 80 surgical ward nurses ove…

This study looked at how often hospital staff used an internal messaging system during the COVID-19 pandemic. Researchers analyzed data from about one million interactions on a communication platform designed for healthcare workers. The goal was to understand how communication pa…

This study aimed to see if certain markers in the blood could help predict whether head and neck cancer might come back after radiation treatment. Researchers followed 60 patients receiving curative radiation therapy. They measured various immune system signals in the blood to se…

This study aimed to understand how the brain processes shoulder position sense in baseball players with a common shoulder condition that limits rotation. Researchers measured brain activity and shoulder awareness in 98 active players while also tracking their pitching speed and a…