Taichung Veterans General Hospital

This study looks at whether switching kidney or liver transplant patients with chronic hepatitis B to a newer drug called tenofovir alafenamide (TAF) is safe and works well. About 52 adults who have had a transplant and are on other hepatitis B medications will switch to TAF. Res…

This study tests whether a 12-week online Mediterranean diet program can reduce liver fat in people with a type of fatty liver disease (MASLD). 78 adults will either follow the diet or get standard advice. Researchers will measure liver fat with MRI and check other health markers…

This study tests if a special powder called 4DryField PH can reduce bleeding and the time patients need a drainage tube after head and neck surgery. About 60 adults having head and neck operations will be randomly assigned to receive the powder or standard care. The goal is to se…

This study compares physical therapy done through video calls to in-person therapy for 50 young elite baseball players with rotator cuff problems. The goal is to see if remote therapy is as effective at improving shoulder function and reducing pain, and if players stick with it b…

This study looks at whether a cardiopulmonary exercise test can motivate people who have had a heart attack to attend outpatient cardiac rehabilitation. Many patients skip this important program, and the goal is to see if the test helps them return and stick with it. About 200 pa…

This study follows 107 thyroid cancer patients to see how their metabolism differs when they prepare for radioiodine therapy using either Thyrogen injections or by temporarily stopping their thyroid medication (Eltroxin). Researchers will measure depression symptoms, body composi…

This study looks at whether using a fast, on-the-spot test for blood sugar control (HbA1c) and kidney function (cystatin C) at outpatient clinics can improve long-term diabetes outcomes. About 222 adults with diabetes will take part. The goal is to see if quick results help docto…