West China Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by West China Hospital, explained in plain language.
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AI-Crafted mRNA vaccine takes on advanced cancers in first human trial
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a personalized mRNA cancer vaccine designed by artificial intelligence. It is given as a shot directly into tumors for people with advanced solid cancers who have run out of standard options. The main goal is to check safety and find the right dose, w…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated May 19, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets tough esophageal cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining two targeted drugs, afatinib and palbociclib, can shrink tumors in people with advanced esophageal cancer that has come back or spread after prior treatment. About 45 adults aged 18 to 75 will take part. The goal is to find the safest dose and s…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:53 UTC
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Experimental immune particle injection tested in advanced cancer patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests the safety of a new treatment made from immune cell particles (exosomes) that are injected directly into tumors. It is for adults aged 18-65 with advanced solid tumors who have run out of standard options. The main goal is to see if the injections are…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 19, 2026 11:47 UTC
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Waking up from surgery: simple touches may speed recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether gentle talking, touching, or moving patients after surgery helps them wake up from anesthesia faster and more smoothly. About 205 adults having laparoscopic abdominal surgery will be involved. The goal is to see if these simple, drug-free methods can impr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:53 UTC