clinical trial Archive — Page 3 of 14
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June 9, 2025
Presurgery consults with patients using 3D models improve shared decision-making and reduce anxiety
The models allowed patients to easily distinguish the ascending colon from the sigmoid colon, along with other parts of the digestive system. -
May 19, 2025
New study highlights improved treatment approach for people with mild asthma
A multicenter trial found that adding budesonide, an inhaled steroid, to albuterol significantly reduced severe asthma attacks compared to using albuterol alone. -
May 18, 2025
Study finds navigational bronchoscopy as effective and safer alternative to transthoracic biopsy for lung nodules
Each year, millions of lung nodules are detected during routine X-rays or CT scans. -
April 10, 2025
$4.1 million grant awarded to study unnecessary antibiotic prescriptions
Antibiotic prescriptions handed out in unplanned care spaces contribute to antimicrobial resistance, especially if they are not necessary to treat infections. -
April 7, 2025
Vanderbilt neurology research duo shares details of new clinical trial that would take aim at slowing or stopping the progression of Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s is best known for manifesting with a tremor, but patients may have up to four “cardinal features” that include muscle rigidity, slowing of movements and balance problems. -
March 12, 2025
Potential therapeutic for Duchenne muscular dystrophy takes step forward
Positive findings from a clinical trial support further study of the investigational drug ifetroban to treat cardiac complications, the leading cause of death in patients with DMD. -
February 27, 2025
VUMC part of new study validating curative therapy for sickle cell disease
Of 38 adults with severe SCD who participated in the study, more than 97% no longer required immunosuppressive therapy one year after the transplant.