University Of Alabama At Birmingham
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Alabama At Birmingham, explained in plain language.
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Second shot of Virus-Targeted therapy tested for aggressive brain cancer
Disease control TerminatedThis early-phase trial tested the safety of giving a second dose of an experimental virus (C134) directly into the brain tumor of people with recurrent malignant glioma, a fast-growing brain cancer. Only one person enrolled before the study was stopped. The goal was to see if rep…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 02:47 UTC
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Cancer drug tested for new use in rare lymphoma, but study stopped early
Disease control TerminatedThis early-stage study tested the safety of the drug tazemetostat in people with a rare type of blood cancer called peripheral T-cell lymphoma that had come back or not responded to treatment. Only 6 people took part before the study was stopped. The goal was to find a safe dose …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:03 UTC
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ERs could be key to boosting HPV shots, but study ends early
Prevention TerminatedThis study tested whether giving the HPV vaccine to adults aged 18-45 in the emergency department could increase vaccination rates. Researchers planned to enroll 34 people who had not completed the vaccine series. The study was terminated early, so results are limited.
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 26, 2026 02:58 UTC
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HIV-Positive Men's mental health study halted after just one volunteer
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to see if acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), a type of talk therapy, could help HIV-positive men deal with general mental health issues like stress, anxiety, and depression. Only one person enrolled before the study was stopped early. The therapy focused on…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:04 UTC
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New program aims to boost Well-Being in young black breast cancer survivors
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a program to improve quality of life for young African American women who finished treatment for early or late-stage breast cancer. About 27 women took part in either the program or a comparison group. The goal was to see if the program helped with physical, emo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 02:59 UTC
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Phone support aims to ease daily life for young black breast cancer survivors
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a program called Y-AMBIENT, designed to improve quality of life for young African American women (ages 18-44) with stage I-III breast cancer who were undergoing chemotherapy or radiation. The program involved phone sessions, videos, and written materials over fo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 02:58 UTC
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Estrogen cream for postpartum injuries: hope for healing?
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether a vaginal estrogen cream could help women recover from serious tears during childbirth (called obstetric anal sphincter injuries). The cream was started two weeks after giving birth and compared to a placebo. The goal was to see if it improved sexual …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:51 UTC
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Which cast works best for kids' broken forearms? study stopped early.
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at two ways to immobilize a child's broken forearm: a cast that keeps the elbow bent versus one that keeps it straight. The goal was to see which method keeps the bones aligned and causes fewer problems like slipping or burns. Only 3 children took part before th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:55 UTC
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Pain relief combo study halted early
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looked at whether adding baclofen (a muscle relaxant) to buprenorphine (a painkiller) could improve pain relief in healthy adults. Researchers measured how participants reacted to heat pain after taking the drugs. The study was stopped early and involved 19 people.
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:50 UTC
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Glowing dye tested to save parathyroid glands during surgery
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested whether a dye called indocyanine green, which glows under special cameras, helps surgeons find and protect parathyroid glands during thyroid or parathyroid surgery. Over 400 adults were enrolled, but the study was stopped early. The goal was to see if the dye ma…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:53 UTC