University Of Rochester

This study tests whether using an insertable heart monitor to guide early treatment can reduce the amount of time people spend in atrial fibrillation (AFib) after a catheter ablation. About 120 adults with AFib will get a small monitor placed under their skin before or during the…

This study looks at whether high-dose vitamin D and a home exercise program (walking and strength training) can prevent bone loss in women being treated for breast cancer. About 191 postmenopausal women with early-stage breast cancer are taking part. The goal is to see if these a…

This study aimed to test a focused, high-dose radiation treatment (HDR brachytherapy) for men whose prostate cancer returned after initial radiation therapy. The goal was to see if this approach could control the cancer with fewer side effects. However, the study was withdrawn be…

This study looks at whether online community support and telemedicine can improve quality of life for people with Parkinson's disease, Lewy body dementia, and related conditions, as well as their caregivers. Over 600 participants will receive palliative care training for their do…

This study looks at children having surgery to remove a thyroglossal duct cyst, a common neck lump. Some kids get a small drain placed during surgery, and some do not. The goal is to see if using a drain lowers the chance of problems like infection, fluid buildup, or needing extr…

This study is developing a 4-session phone-based cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia, adapted for people who drink alcohol at hazardous levels. Researchers want to see if the program is practical and if it can improve sleep and reduce alcohol use. About 70 adults in New Yor…

This study looks at whether offering cervical cancer screening in the emergency department can help more people get tested. About 200 women and transgender/non-binary individuals aged 25-65 with a cervix will be invited to participate. Researchers will call participants after 150…

This study looks at how vision changes in the first year after a stroke that damages the brain's visual center. Researchers will measure vision abilities and brain structure in 60 adults to understand how the visual system adapts over time. The goal is to learn more about the bra…