Rush University Medical Center

This study tests whether giving multiple doses of tranexamic acid (TXA) by mouth or through a vein reduces blood loss and the need for blood transfusions after spine surgery better than a single dose. It involves 604 adults scheduled for open back surgery who are at high risk for…

This study tests a pharmacist-led program to help adults with uncontrolled high blood pressure in underserved Chicago communities. Over 3 months, a mobile team provides blood pressure checks, medication management, and health education. The goal is to lower blood pressure and imp…

This study tests a self-management program for people with COPD to see which parts work best to reduce hospital stays and improve daily life. Researchers will enroll 448 adults aged 40+ who have had a COPD-related hospitalization in the past year. Participants will use a smartpho…

This study tests whether a special nerve monitoring device (NeuroVision) can prevent nerve injuries better than standard monitoring during spine surgery. About 148 adults having lateral spine surgery will be randomly assigned to one of the two monitoring methods. The main goal is…

This study looks at whether the time of day a breathing test is done affects how quickly ICU patients can stop using a ventilator. About 348 adults who have been on a ventilator for more than two days will be split into two groups: one gets the test early in the morning, the othe…