The University Of Hong Kong

This study tests whether placing vancomycin powder directly into the wound during spinal surgery can prevent infections in high-risk patients (e.g., those with spinal deformities or tumors). About 76 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either the powder plus standard care…

This study tests a special health check-up (geriatric assessment) for people 65 and older starting chemotherapy. The check-up helps doctors create a personalized care plan to reduce serious side effects. The goal is to see if this approach leads to fewer hospital visits and bette…

This study tests whether the blood thinner dabigatran is as safe and effective as warfarin for preventing strokes in people with atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) and moderate to severe mitral stenosis (a narrowed heart valve). About 370 adults will take either dabigat…

This study tests a program that helps heart failure patients and their family caregivers work as a team to manage the disease at home. The program includes face-to-face and online support to improve self-care, quality of life, and reduce hospital readmissions. About 232 patient-c…

This study tests whether mobile health support (like text messages) and financial rewards can help older, low-income smokers in Hong Kong quit. About 1200 people aged 60 and above will take part. The goal is to see if these tools make it easier to stop smoking for good.

This study tests whether a chatbot that sends support messages via WhatsApp can help adults quit smoking. Over 1,000 participants will either get standard advice or the chatbot program for 12 weeks. Researchers will check if more people in the chatbot group stop smoking, based on…

This study tests whether smartphones can accurately detect atrial fibrillation (AF), a common heart rhythm problem that raises stroke risk. About 209 adults with and without AF will use their phone's microphone, camera, and a small external sensor to record heart sounds, electric…

This study tests whether adding a special glass material to standard fluoride varnish helps prevent root cavities in adults over 60. 540 participants will use the varnish and be monitored for 36 months. The goal is to see if the new formula reduces new cavities and helps heal ear…

This study tests a silver diamine fluoride (SDF) gel to see if it prevents cavities in preschool children better than the usual fluoride varnish. About 1,500 healthy children will receive the gel or varnish every six months for two years. The goal is to see how many new cavities …

This study tests a new way to help children who survived brain tumors think more clearly. Kids aged 6 to 18 will do brain exercises with or without a special brainwave training called neurofeedback. The goal is to see if this combo improves memory, attention, and quality of life.

This study tests whether a mobile app called SUPPORT+ helps adults with advanced cancer who are receiving palliative care. Participants use the app to report symptoms weekly, get self-management tips, and receive nurse follow-up for severe issues. The goal is to see if the app im…

This study looks at whether a single guided self-corrective exercise can immediately improve muscle balance and spine alignment in teens with idiopathic scoliosis. Forty adolescents aged 11 to 19 will have their back muscles and spine measured before and after the exercise. The g…

This study tests a smartphone-based program that gives new mothers real-time breastfeeding support at home. The goal is to help them breastfeed exclusively for longer and reduce stress and anxiety. The study involves 518 first-time mothers in Hong Kong.

This study tests whether cognitive behavior therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) can improve sleep and reduce ADHD symptoms in adolescents aged 11-18 who have both ADHD and insomnia. Participants receive CBT-I sessions, and researchers measure changes in insomnia severity, sleep beliefs,…

This study tests whether combining a gentle brain stimulation technique (tDCS) with virtual reality meditation can reduce anxiety in people with generalized anxiety disorder or related conditions. About 52 adults will receive 12 sessions over two weeks, either real or fake stimul…

This study tests whether an AI-powered mobile app can help older adults in Hong Kong improve their gum health. 88 participants aged 60+ will receive personalized oral hygiene instructions every two weeks based on photos of their gums analyzed by AI. The goal is to reduce gum infl…

This study looks at whether certain features of plaque (fatty deposits) seen on a heart CT scan can help doctors predict a person's risk of heart attack, stroke, or death. Researchers will review the CT scans of 22,000 adults who had chest pain and underwent a CT angiogram betwee…

This study tests whether an artificial intelligence (AI) assistant can help medical students and doctors more accurately stage thyroid cancer and assess risk. About 70 participants will review patient notes, some with AI help and some without. The goal is to see if the AI improve…

This study looks at whether a community parenting program called 'Amazing Start' can help young children from families facing challenges like low income or health problems. About 270 families with kids up to 3 years old will either get the program right away or wait. The program …

This study tests whether 3D-printed, custom-made titanium plates help surgeons rebuild the jaw more accurately and efficiently than standard plates. About 92 adults with jaw tumors, deformities, or other conditions will be randomly assigned to receive either type of plate during …