Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University Of Science And Technology
Clinical trials sponsored by Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University Of Science And Technology, explained in plain language.
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New combo therapy aims to stop advanced lung cancer in its tracks
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding a procedure called bronchial artery chemoembolization (which delivers chemotherapy directly to the tumor's blood supply) can improve outcomes for people with stage IV lung squamous cell carcinoma who have already had standard first-line chemotherap…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:37 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to shrink esophageal tumors before surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new approach for people with a type of esophageal cancer that can be surgically removed. Before surgery, participants receive a short course of radiation, followed by three cycles of an immunotherapy drug (serplulimab) plus standard chemotherapy. The goal is to…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:34 UTC
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Promising new combo therapy targets hard-to-treat rectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new approach for people with locally advanced HER2-positive rectal cancer. Participants first receive short-course radiation, then a combination of three drugs: disitamab vedotin, sintilimab, and capecitabine. The goal is to see if this treatment can completely…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:34 UTC
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New transplant strategy aims to stop leukemia from coming back
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study is for adults aged 18 to 65 with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has returned or not responded to treatment. Participants will receive a stem cell transplant from a half-matched donor, along with medicines and immune cells after transplant to try to prevent the cance…
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:34 UTC
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Old drug, new hope: antipsychotic penfluridol tested against tough cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests penfluridol, a drug originally used for mental health, in 33 adults with advanced small cell lung or cervical cancer that has not responded to at least two prior treatments. The goal is to see if it can shrink tumors and control the disease. Participants take the…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:31 UTC
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New drug sequence aims to boost platelets in severe ITP
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a treatment plan for adults with severe immune thrombocytopenia (ITP), a condition where the immune system destroys platelets, causing bleeding risk. Participants will receive a 14-day hospital treatment of high-dose steroids plus a platelet-boosting drug, follow…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:30 UTC
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Could a poop pill save lives? new trial tests fecal transplants for ICU patients with superbug lung infections
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) — transferring healthy donor stool into the gut — can reduce deaths in ventilated ICU patients with multidrug-resistant lung infections. The idea is that restoring gut bacteria may help fight lung infections through …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:28 UTC
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Triple threat: new combo aims to boost lung cancer control
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding a special type of radiation (quad shot radiotherapy) to a drug called QL1706 (which boosts the immune system) plus standard chemotherapy can better control advanced non-small cell lung cancer. About 104 people with stage IV lung cancer that has not…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:24 UTC
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New study aims to shield fertility in women undergoing stem cell transplants
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a single injection of goserelin before a stem cell transplant can help preserve ovarian function in women with blood cancers. About 64 women aged 14-50 will be randomly assigned to receive goserelin or not. The main goal is to see if more women resume nor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:22 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat myeloma? early trial launches for QI-019A
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase study tests a new drug called QI-019A in 24 people with multiple myeloma that has returned or stopped responding to at least two prior treatments. The main goal is to check the drug's safety and find the right dose. Researchers will also look at whether the drug …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:05 UTC
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AI agent aims to close the hepatitis b treatment gap
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an AI-powered smartphone tool can help more people with chronic hepatitis B start antiviral treatment. Many people are diagnosed but never begin therapy due to fear, lack of awareness, or poor communication with doctors. The study will enroll 2000 adults …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Gene therapy trial targets tough autoimmune cases
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests a new gene therapy called LVIVO-TaVec400 in people with severe autoimmune diseases like lupus, multiple sclerosis, and myasthenia gravis that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety and find the right dose. About …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Immune cell therapy takes on Crohn's and colitis
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase study tests a new treatment called RD06-05, which uses specially engineered immune cells (CAR-T cells) to target and calm the overactive immune system in people with moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease. The study will enroll up to 30 adults w…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:54 UTC
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New study aims to shield fertility in women undergoing stem cell transplants
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a single injection of goserelin before a stem cell transplant can help preserve ovarian function in women with blood cancers. 64 women aged 14-50 will be randomly assigned to receive goserelin or not, and their menstrual recovery will be checked 6 months …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:53 UTC
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Could a diabetes drug boost psoriasis treatment in overweight patients?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding metformin (a diabetes drug) to secukinumab (a standard psoriasis medication) works better than secukinumab alone for controlling moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in overweight or obese Chinese adults. About 186 participants will receive either t…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:51 UTC
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New drug combo may let some cancer patients skip harsh chemo
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding the drug serplulimab to standard induction chemotherapy can allow patients with advanced nasopharyngeal cancer to safely skip the intense concurrent chemotherapy that usually follows. The trial will enroll 456 adults aged 18-65 with previously untr…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:50 UTC
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New cell therapy offers hope for Hard-to-Treat anemia
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests a new cell therapy called YTS109 for people with autoimmune hemolytic anemia that hasn't improved after at least three prior treatments. The therapy uses specially designed immune cells to target and destroy the faulty cells causing the anemia. The ma…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:56 UTC
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New drug duo aims to shrink throat cancer before standard therapy
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving two drugs—pembrolizumab and MRG-003—before standard chemoradiation can improve outcomes for people with advanced nasopharyngeal cancer linked to the Epstein-Barr virus. About 35 adults with stage III-IVa disease will receive the combination, then s…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 19, 2026 11:47 UTC
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Engineered immune cells aim to tackle stubborn bleeding disorder
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase study tests a new treatment called QT-019C for adults with refractory immune thrombocytopenia (ITP), a condition where the immune system destroys platelets, causing bleeding. The therapy uses specially engineered immune cells from a donor to target and remove fau…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 19, 2026 11:47 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to stop AML from coming back
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a combination of three drugs (chidamide, venetoclax, and azacitidine) can help prevent acute myeloid leukemia (AML) from returning in patients who have already achieved complete remission after initial treatment. About 104 adults aged 18 to 80 will receiv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:13 UTC
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New lupus drug combo enters first human tests
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early study tests a new drug called YKST02, given alone or with another drug (YK012), in 30 adults with active or hard-to-treat lupus. The main goal is to see if the treatment is safe and tolerable. Researchers will also look for early signs that it helps control the disease…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:11 UTC
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New drug duo targets hard-to-treat gynecologic cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a combination of two drugs, becotatug vedotin and zimberelimab, in 30 people with recurrent or metastatic cervical, vulvar, or vaginal cancer. The goal is to see if the treatment can shrink tumors and control the disease. Participants will receive the drugs for u…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New shot aims to tame stubborn gout in early human test
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early study tests a new medicine called IN026 in 16 adults with refractory gout (gout that doesn't get better with standard treatments). The main goal is to check if the injection is safe and to see how the body handles it. Researchers will also measure if it lowers uric aci…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New hope for tough lung cancer: experimental drug IBI363 targets tumors after immunotherapy fails
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental drug called IBI363 in 35 people with advanced small cell lung cancer that has worsened after at least two prior treatments, including immunotherapy. The goal is to see if IBI363 can shrink tumors or slow the disease. Participants will receive the …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 18, 2026 11:59 UTC
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New study tests injection to shield ovaries in women with aplastic anemia
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a single shot of goserelin, given just before a stem cell transplant, can help preserve ovarian function in women with severe aplastic anemia. The trial will enroll 132 women aged 14-50 who are scheduled for a stem cell transplant. Half will receive go…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:49 UTC
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New PET scan could outshine MRI in detecting liver cancer
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new type of PET scan (XH06) against standard MRI to see which better detects liver cancer. About 150 adults with suspected or confirmed liver cancer will receive both scans, and results will be compared to tissue samples. The goal is to improve diagnosis and st…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:37 UTC
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New scan spots liver tumors with precision
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis early study will test a special imaging agent that targets a protein found on liver cancer cells. Six people with suspected or confirmed liver cancer will receive a low-dose radioactive tracer and then have a SPECT-CT scan. The goal is to see how the tracer moves through the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:31 UTC
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AI boosts baby scan speed and accuracy in major chinese trial
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will test an AI tool called AutoFUSE that helps doctors get better ultrasound images during early pregnancy. About 1,000 pregnant women will either get the AI-assisted scan or the usual scan. The goal is to see if the AI can make the scan faster and more accurate witho…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 26, 2026 04:37 UTC
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AI boosts chest X-Ray accuracy in massive 16,000-Patient trial
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an artificial intelligence (AI) system can help radiologists interpret chest X-rays more accurately and quickly. About 16,000 adults with suspected lung conditions like pneumonia, tuberculosis, or lung cancer will take part. The AI is designed to assist d…
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:55 UTC
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New PET probe aims to spot hidden cancers
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new type of PET scan that uses a special probe to find cancers that have a protein called GPA33. The study will include 56 people with suspected or confirmed colorectal, stomach, or pancreatic cancer, as well as healthy volunteers. The goal is to see if this im…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Simple nasal spray may prevent hearing loss in cancer survivors
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a steroid nasal spray can prevent fluid buildup in the middle ear, a common side effect of radiation therapy for nasopharyngeal cancer. About 168 adults who are about to receive radiation will use either the spray or a placebo for 12 months. The goal is t…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:34 UTC
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Can a chinese herbal mouthwash stop radiation mouth pain?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a special herbal mouthwash can prevent painful mouth sores caused by radiation therapy. About 156 adults with head and neck cancer will use either the herbal mouthwash or a placebo during their radiation treatment. The goal is to see if the mouthwash redu…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:28 UTC
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Immune clues in NPC: scientists hunt for better predictors and targets
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how the immune system around nasopharyngeal tumors changes over time, especially after immunotherapy. Researchers will analyze samples from 600 patients to find which immune cells predict treatment success and why some tumors become resistant. The goal is to i…
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 04:37 UTC
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Blood and lung clues may predict biologic success in severe ACOS
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find markers in blood and lung scans that can predict how well patients with severe eosinophilic ACOS (a mix of asthma and COPD) will respond to biologic drugs like benralizumab, mepolizumab, or dupilumab. Researchers will follow 500 adults for 48 weeks after s…
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 04:36 UTC
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Can a simple chest strap replace invasive heart monitoring?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will check if a non-invasive device called EIT Pulse Wave can accurately measure blood flow to the lungs and heart function in critically ill patients with shock or lung injury. Nineteen adults in the ICU who are on breathing machines and already have a standard heart …
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:53 UTC
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Scientists probe hidden link between lung disease and mental health
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 300 adults with bronchiectasis, a chronic lung condition, to understand why many also experience anxiety and depression. Researchers will collect blood, sputum, and stool samples to analyze metabolic pathways and identify biomarkers. The goal is to uncover how…
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:53 UTC
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AI could help doctors choose the best treatment for lung cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks back at data from 1,000 lung cancer patients with EGFR mutations who received targeted therapy after surgery. Researchers will use artificial intelligence to analyze CT scans, tissue samples, and genetic reports to build a model that predicts treatment success. T…
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:56 UTC