National Taiwan University Hospital

This study looked at whether resistance (strength) training can help middle-aged and older adults with sarcopenia, a condition that causes loss of muscle mass and strength. Forty participants aged 50 and older with sarcopenia or pre-sarcopenia took part. The goal was to see if ex…

This study looked at 26 people with a type of esophageal cancer who had a high chance of the cancer coming back after standard treatment (chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery). They received more chemotherapy and radiation plus an immunotherapy drug called pembrolizumab. The goal…

This study looked at whether using a CPAP machine during sleep can reduce episodes of atrial fibrillation (an irregular heart rhythm) in people who also have obstructive sleep apnea. Researchers measured changes in heart rhythm, heart size, quality of life, and hospital visits in…

This study enrolled 343 adults with atrial fibrillation to see if a team-based care program led by a heart rhythm specialist could help control the condition and uncover hidden risk factors. Participants received coordinated care from multiple specialists. The main goal was to me…

This study tested a combination of branched-chain amino acids and medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) oil in 80 adults aged 50 and older with sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). The goal was to see if the supplement could improve muscle mass, strength, and physical performance. Whi…

This study tested a combination of four drugs (atezolizumab, bevacizumab, platinum chemotherapy, and pemetrexed) in 22 adults with advanced EGFR-mutant non-small cell lung cancer that had stopped responding to standard targeted therapy. The goal was to see how many patients' tumo…

This study looked at 44 postmenopausal women and men over 50 with osteoporosis who had been on denosumab for at least three years. Researchers tested whether switching to alendronate or zoledronate could prevent bone mineral density loss. The goal is to find the best way to maint…

This study tested a combination of two drugs, lenvatinib and eribulin, in 30 adults with advanced sarcoma (a type of cancer) that could not be removed by surgery. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink tumors or stop them from growing. The drugs work by cutting off t…

This study looked at 124 ENT surgery patients at high risk for urinary retention (due to past retention, enlarged prostate, or prostate cancer). It compared two drugs given to reverse muscle relaxants after surgery: sugammadex versus neostigmine/glycopyrrolate. The goal was to se…

This study tested whether an electronic stethoscope can help doctors detect narrowing (stenosis) in the blood vessel connection used for dialysis. Researchers recorded sounds from the access site in 30 adults on long-term dialysis and analyzed them alongside routine blood test re…

This study looked at whether using a small, handheld ultrasound device at the bedside could help doctors diagnose abdominal issues faster in hospitalized adults. 225 patients who needed a gastroenterology consultation took part. The goal was to see if this approach reduced the ti…

This study tested whether a wired magnetic capsule endoscopy system produces fewer airborne droplets than standard endoscopy when checking for esophageal varices in people with biliary atresia. Fifty participants underwent one of the two procedures. The capsule method does not re…

This study tested a 12-week program called the Active Brain Construction Program in 75 older adults living in the community. The program used coaching to help participants adopt healthy habits linked to dementia prevention, like exercise and diet. Researchers compared a coached g…

This study tested a virtual reality program that uses cognitive-behavior therapy to help adults with autism spectrum disorder practice coping with everyday sensory scenarios like loud noises or bright lights. 90 adults aged 18-45 with ASD took part. The goal was to reduce anxiety…

This study tested a combination anesthesia method in 100 older adults (age 60+) having lumbar spine fusion surgery. The goal was to see if it improves recovery, reduces confusion after surgery, and lowers the chance of long-term pain. Results could help make spine surgery safer a…

This study looked at whether starting gentle exercise soon after a stroke helps patients regain function, feel less anxious or depressed, and improve their quality of life. Over 100 adults with acute stroke took part. The goal was to see if early mobilization is a safe and effect…

This study looked at different rehabilitation programs for people who had back surgery for conditions like spinal stenosis or slipped vertebrae. The goal was to see which program best reduces nerve pain, helps patients get back to daily activities, and improves quality of life. 9…

This study tested if a 12-week home-based walking program could help people with heart failure feel less depressed, less frail, and have a better quality of life. 68 adults hospitalized for heart failure were split into two groups: one got standard health education, and the other…

This study tested whether combining mirror therapy with a special electrical stimulation could improve hand function and brain connections in people with recent nerve injuries in the forearm. Seven participants exercised their injured hand while watching a mirror and receiving co…

This study tested a structured program to help children and teens with autism, developmental delays, or intellectual disabilities cooperate during eye exams. Twenty participants attended six one-hour training sessions over 12 weeks. The goal was to see if the program improved the…

This study tested whether a home-based exercise program, supported by video or phone calls every 1-2 weeks, could help 20 adults who had severe COVID-19. The program aimed to improve walking distance, muscle strength, and quality of life. Results showed that remote coaching can s…

This early study tested whether low-level laser therapy could help with vaginal and urinary symptoms caused by menopause. 27 women received the treatment, and researchers checked for improvements in vaginal health and bladder control. Because there was no comparison group, the re…

This study tested whether giving lidocaine or alfentanil before inserting a bronchoscope (a tube used to examine the lungs) can prevent coughing when numbing medicine is sprayed. Coughing during the procedure can cause problems like low oxygen or heart issues. 108 adults having l…

This study tested a telehealth program for adults who had coronary artery bypass surgery. 160 participants were randomly assigned to either the telehealth program or usual care. The program used phone-based check-ins and a smartphone app to track symptoms, encourage self-care, an…

This study tested a special exercise program to help people who survived a stay in the intensive care unit (ICU) learn to stand up from a chair on their own. The program involved 246 adults who could not stand independently after leaving the ICU. The goal was to improve their abi…

This study looked at whether a special oral care routine—including cleaning, facial massage, and mouth exercises—can improve eating and help remove feeding tubes in nursing home residents with swallowing difficulties. Researchers tracked 91 adults over six months. The goal was to…

This study tested whether using a stress ball during hand surgery under local anesthesia can lower anxiety and pain. 74 adults were split into two groups: one squeezed a stress ball during the procedure, the other did not. Researchers measured heart rate variability and used ques…

This study tested whether applying a gel made of oxidized regenerated cellulose and hyaluronic acid during thyroid surgery can reduce internal scarring (adhesions) and related discomfort. 45 adults having their first thyroid surgery for goiter or cancer took part. The goal was to…

This study looked at whether using a portable ultrasound machine at the patient's bedside (called POCUS) helps doctors make more accurate diagnoses within 48 hours of hospital admission. The study involved 144 adults admitted from the emergency department to general medical wards…

This study looked at 60 adults having liver tumor surgery to see how different anesthesia methods affect gut bacteria and body chemicals. Researchers collected samples before and after surgery to track changes. The goal was to understand how anesthesia might influence recovery th…

This study tested a virtual reality (VR) system to measure how quickly stroke patients react to objects on their left or right side. Researchers compared these VR results with standard paper tests for a condition called hemispatial neglect, where the brain ignores one side of spa…

This study tested whether artificial intelligence (AI) can accurately identify movement problems in infants by analyzing videos. Researchers enrolled 122 term and preterm babies aged 2-4 months. Parents recorded videos at home, and the AI's results were compared to assessments by…

This study looked back at 96 patients with advanced stomach cancer who had either partial or total stomach removal. Researchers compared survival rates and recovery to see which surgery might be better. The goal is to help doctors and patients choose the right operation.

This study looked at whether a 12-week Lego robot programming class could improve thinking and memory in healthy adults aged 65 and older. Participants learned to build and program robots, which requires planning and problem-solving. Researchers measured changes in brain activity…

This study looked at whether epidural anesthesia (a spinal block) can help preserve healthy gut bacteria and speed up recovery in people donating part of their liver. 42 healthy donors were observed after surgery. The goal was to see if this type of pain relief reduces stress on …

This study tested whether interactive, decision-tree-based learning materials could improve nurses' knowledge and skills in caring for severe bleeding from abdominal and pelvic injuries. 80 surgical nurses participated over two years. The goal was to see if this digital training …

This study tested a new electronic breathing monitor that listens to breath sounds during gastrointestinal endoscopy. The goal was to see if it helps doctors avoid giving too much sedation, which can cause breathing problems. 200 adults having colonoscopy, gastroscopy, or ERCP to…

This study measured certain immune system markers in the blood of 60 head and neck cancer patients who were getting radiation therapy with the goal of curing their cancer. The researchers wanted to see if these markers could help predict whether the cancer would come back or spre…

This study looked at how swallowing changes in people who had surgery for oral cancer. Researchers used two special tests—videofluoroscopy and high-resolution manometry—to measure how long food stays in the throat. 48 patients took part, and the goal was to better understand swal…

This completed study looked at 9 people with persistent atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat) to see if different treatments affect thinking skills differently. Researchers used memory tests and brain scans to compare outcomes. The goal was to find which treatment s…

This study looked at whether Ai Chi, a type of water exercise, can improve how shoulder muscles work in overhead athletes (like swimmers or tennis players) who have scapular dyskinesis, a condition where the shoulder blade moves abnormally. 21 athletes participated. The goal was …

This study followed 99 people who had both an operable pancreatic tumor and diabetes for one year after surgery. Researchers tracked their fatigue, blood sugar control, diabetes self-care, and quality of life to see how these factors change over time. The goal was to better under…

This study looked at two different methods for a key step in heart ablation (transseptal puncture) that avoids using X-rays. 28 adults with atrial fibrillation took part. The goal was to see which technique is safer and faster, and to help doctors learn how to do the procedure wi…

This study looked at whether a person's genes can help choose the best treatment for muscle pain. Researchers tested 80 people with myofascial pain using low-level laser, ultrasound, and prolotherapy. They collected blood and urine samples to find genetic markers that predict whi…

This pilot study looked at whether starting combined thinking and movement exercises early after a brain aneurysm bleed is safe and possible. Six adults who had a bleeding aneurysm took part. The goal was to see if this approach could help with memory, attention, and daily activi…

This study looked at how healthcare workers at National Taiwan University Hospital used a special communication platform during the COVID-19 pandemic. The platform, designed in 2018, allowed staff to send messages, get pop-up reminders, and track messages. Researchers analyzed us…

This study involved 13 adults with atrial fibrillation whose doctors chose rate control as their treatment approach. Researchers tested whether changing medication doses affected how much oxygen patients used during exercise, aiming to find the best marker for rate control. The s…

This study reviewed medical records of 300 dental implant patients to see if taking oral anti-resorptive agents (drugs that strengthen bones) affects implant success. Researchers compared success rates between those who used these drugs and those who did not. The goal is to bette…

This study looked at how the brain processes shoulder position (proprioception) in baseball players with a condition called GIRD, where the throwing shoulder is tight. Researchers measured brain activity with EEG and tested how accurately players could sense their shoulder positi…