University Of Iowa
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Iowa, explained in plain language.
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Trials from this sponsor expected to report results within the next 12 months.
- Casting vs bracing: which works best for kids with curved spines? Results expected Sep 2026 (estimated)
- Massive study aims to unravel best treatments for neuroendocrine tumors Results expected Oct 2026 (estimated)
- Could a simple hand soak reveal cystic fibrosis risk? Results expected Dec 2026 (estimated)
- Scientists hunt for hidden genes behind nerve disease severity Results expected Dec 2026 (estimated)
- Hidden heat risk: one copy of CF gene may raise danger Results expected Dec 2026 (estimated)
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Can antibiotics flushed into a drain fight abscesses faster?
Disease control Stopped earlyThis trial tests whether flushing an abdominal abscess drain with antibiotics, instead of just saline, can help clear the infection more effectively. People with an intra-abdominal abscess who have a drain in place and are receiving systemic antibiotics may join. Researchers comp…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Iowa • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fitness-Tracker-Style wristband could help patients build muscle before joint surgery
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study tests whether a wearable bioimpedance wristband (like a fitness tracker) helps people with severe obesity and knee osteoarthritis improve their body composition—gaining muscle and losing fat—before joint replacement surgery. All participants receive coaching on body co…
Sponsor: University of Iowa • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to shrink rectal tumors before surgery
Disease control Stopped earlyThis trial investigates whether combining two drugs, niraparib and dostarlimab, with a short course of radiation before surgery can help treat locally advanced rectal cancer. The study first finds a safe dose of niraparib, then checks how well the combination shrinks the tumor. P…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University of Iowa • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Obesity drug cocktail tested for heart benefits – study halted early
Disease control Stopped earlyThis study looked at whether using a combination of weight-loss medications could help people with obesity lose weight and improve the health of their blood vessels. It involved 128 adults aged 40-75 who were obese and had at least one heart risk factor. The study was stopped ear…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Iowa • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Tiny study on steroid bone damage fizzles out
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study aimed to see if special CT scans could detect changes in bone density and bone marrow in people with asthma who take oral steroids. Only 2 people took part before the study was stopped early. The results are too limited to draw any conclusions.
Sponsor: University of Iowa • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Sound waves reveal hidden healing after tooth implants
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis study aimed to see if ultrasound could detect early changes in bone and gum after a tooth is pulled and an implant is placed right away. Some people also got a soft tissue graft to improve healing. The study was stopped early, but it planned to follow 31 adults for 6 months …
Sponsor: University of Iowa • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC