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Clinical trials and research at Chinese University of Hong Kong
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 279 clinical trials run by Chinese University of Hong Kong that are recruiting, at sites in 11 countries (most in Hong Kong (260), China (29), India (3)). 2 were first registered in the last 30 days. By phase: Phase 2 (20), Phase 4 (12), Phase 3 (6), Phase 2/3 (2). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 279Clinical trials
- 2New in 30 days
- 11Countries
Newest trials
All recruiting trials (newest 150 of 279)
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Postpartum exercise to improve heart and metabolic health in women at high risk for preeclampsia
This pilot study tests whether a 12‑week postpartum exercise program can improve heart health and metabolic markers in women who were at high risk for preeclampsia.
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Ultrasound-guided microwave ablation for benign thyroid nodules
This study tests whether using ultrasound-guided microwave ablation to shrink benign thyroid nodules under local anesthesia is safe and effective, compared with traditional surgery.
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Romiplostim added to standard ESA therapy in adults on hemodialysis with ESA-resistant anemia
This phase 2 study tests whether adding romiplostim to ongoing ESA treatment is safe and tolerable for adults on dialysis whose anemia does not respond well to ESAs.
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Metomidate PET-CT vs Usual Care for Primary Aldosteronism
This study tests whether [11C] metomidate PET-CT can help orient treatment for people with primary aldosteronism compared with the usual adrenal venous sampling approach.
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VR-based sensory stimulation to prevent delirium in ICU patients
This trial tests whether immersive virtual reality sensory stimulation can delay or reduce delirium in adult ICU patients compared with a non-immersive, tablet-based sensory experience.
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Comprehensive clinical rule to diagnose acute heart failure in the emergency department
A prospective study tests a combined clinical rule using patient data, a point-of-care NT-proBNP test, an 8-point lung ultrasound, and bedside echo to quickly diagnose acute heart failure in adults with new or worsening symptoms.
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Veloxion disposable resectoscope system for BPH surgery
This study tests whether the Veloxion disposable resectoscope helps perform endoscopic BPH surgery more efficiently and safely in men with moderate to large prostates.
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HIV in Hong Kong: patterns, transmission, and burden over time
This project tests how HIV-1 infections in Hong Kong have changed over several years by following newly diagnosed adults and analyzing their subtypes, transmission links, and community burden.
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ERBT With One Year of BCG vs Standard TURBT With One Year of BCG for Intermediate- or High-Risk NMIBC
This trial tests whether en bloc bladder tumor removal plus a year of BCG helps people with intermediate- or high-risk non-muscle invasive bladder cancer compared to conventional TURBT plus a year of BCG.
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Prenatal Music Exposure to See If It Boosts Baby’s Language Skills
This randomized trial tests whether listening to music during pregnancy can help infants develop language and cognitive skills by age two.
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JS207: a targeted therapy for recurrent/metastatic nasopharyngeal cancer
This study tests JS207 alone and with chemotherapy to see if it helps people whose nasopharyngeal cancer has come back or spread.
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Duodenal-jejunal bypass sleeve for obesity and metabolic syndrome
This study tests whether placing a duodenal-jejunal bypass sleeve helps people with obesity improve health outcomes.
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Isometric resistance exercise for atherosclerosis in hypertension
This study tests whether isometric resistance exercise, like wall squats, can improve markers of atherosclerosis in adults with high blood pressure.
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NAFLD in Obese Chinese Patients Undergoing Bariatric Surgery
This study tests how NAFLD progresses and which biomarkers appear in obese Chinese adults undergoing laparoscopic bariatric surgery.
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Endoscopic sleeve plus pulsENDO in obese adults with type 2 diabetes
This trial tests whether combining Endoscopic Sleeve Gastro plasty (ESG) with pulsed electrical duodenal therapy (pulsENDO) is safe and helpful for adults with obesity and type 2 diabetes.
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How HIV Treatment Changes Affect Hidden Drug Resistance
Researchers will see if changing HIV treatment in people with fully suppressed virus reveals hidden drug resistance in proviral DNA.
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Using ADD-RS and D-dimer to rule out acute aortic syndrome in the ED
In the emergency department, doctors test whether ADD-RS and a D-dimer result can safely rule out acute aortic syndrome in adults suspected of AAS.
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Understanding how young adults see NCDs, risky behaviors, and prevention
This study tests how 18- to 45-year-olds understand non-communicable diseases and their own health risks, to see how attitudes and behaviors relate to prevention.
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Peanut Oral Immunotherapy for Children in Hong Kong
This study tests whether peanut oral immunotherapy can desensitize children under 18 with peanut allergy in real-world Hong Kong settings compared with standard peanut avoidance.
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Adaptive Dance Activities for People With Stroke
A 12‑week online/hybrid movement and dance program is tested to see if it helps people with hemiparesis after stroke participate more, move better, and feel better compared with usual care.
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Fezolinetant for hot flashes in men on hormone therapy for prostate cancer
This study tests whether fezolinetant can reduce vasomotor symptoms in men receiving androgen deprivation therapy for prostate cancer.
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Flexible ureteroscopy to monitor upper tract urothelial carcinoma
A small, forward-looking study will test whether doing flexible ureteroscopy under local anesthesia is safe and feasible for people who have had kidney-sparing treatment for upper tract urothelial carcinoma.
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Transoral incisionless fundoplication (TIF) for GERD in Asian adults
This tests whether a less-invasive transoral incisionless fundoplication (TIF) procedure can reduce reflux symptoms in Asian adults who continue to have GERD despite daily PPI treatment.
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Belzutifan for VHL-associated tumors: patient registry
This registry collects real-world data on adults with VHL who choose belzutifan to see how well it works and how safe it is over time.
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Finding new treatment targets in metastatic stomach cancer
This pilot project will try to find molecular targets in adults with metastatic stomach cancer to help guide future treatments.
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Mindfulness program for hotel staff to boost well-being and work performance
A 6-week mindfulness program is being tested with hotel employees to see if it improves well-being, reduces work stress, and enhances job performance.
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International Severe Asthma Registry — Hong Kong
This registry collects health and treatment information from adults with severe asthma in Hong Kong to see how current care and medications affect outcomes over time.
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International registry of robot-assisted minimally invasive surgery for gastric cancer
This registry will collect information to see how robot-assisted minimally invasive gastrectomy (RAMIG) works and how surgeons learn it for people having surgery for gastric cancer.
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Sitting Tai Chi to help thinking and function after chronic stroke
This program will try sitting Tai Chi for people with chronic stroke who have mild-to-moderate thinking problems to improve cognition, arm use, balance, mood, and daily activities.
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Preventing early joint damage in people with recent-onset psoriatic arthritis
This trial tests whether a TNF blocker (an adalimumab biosimilar) works better than injected methotrexate at preventing early joint damage in adults who recently developed psoriatic arthritis.
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AI tool to detect and measure aortic regurgitation
This project will test an AI-assisted echocardiography tool to detect and measure aortic regurgitation in adults and compare its results with standard manual measurements.
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Nunchaku exercise to improve frozen shoulder
This trial will test whether nunchaku exercises help reduce pain and improve shoulder movement in middle-aged and older adults with frozen shoulder compared with standard shoulder exercises.
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Chatbot-based program to cut chemsex and HIV-related risk in men who have sex with men
A chatbot-delivered, stage‑of‑change tailored program is being tested to see if it can reduce chemsex among men who have sex with men in Hong Kong.
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Personalized anti-nausea treatment based on your genetic profile.
This trial will test if using a patient's genetic profile to choose anti-nausea medicines helps women with early breast cancer during their first AC or FEC chemotherapy cycle.
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Adjunctive Fludrocortisone in Septic Shock
This study tests adding fludrocortisone to usual care for adults with septic shock to see if it helps patients survive and recover better.
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Hong Kong registry for diabetes-related fatty liver disease
This project will see how common and how severe fatty liver is among adults with type 2 diabetes in Hong Kong.
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Supervised robotic kidney stone removal with flexible ureteroscopy
This study will test a new robotic system that lets surgeons remotely and semi-autonomously remove kidney stones during flexible ureteroscopy in adults with stones up to 2 cm.
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Comparing EFTR versus STER for removing small gastric GISTs
This trial will test whether endoscopic full-thickness resection (EFTR) or submucosal tunneling endoscopic resection (STER) is better at completely removing small (1.0–3.5 cm) gastric GISTs in adults.
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Using the SpydrBlade Flex device during POEM for achalasia and EGJ outflow obstruction
This will test whether using the SpydrBlade Flex device during POEM is safe and effective for adults with achalasia or EGJ outflow obstruction.
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AI-ENDO assistance for endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD)
This pilot will try using the AI-ENDO system to help doctors perform ESD in adults with superficial esophageal, stomach, or colorectal lesions.
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Pulsendo for Type 2 Diabetes and fatty liver disease in adults
This study tests the pulsENDO procedure in adults with type 2 diabetes who still have high blood sugar despite meds, to see if it helps their diabetes and fatty liver disease.
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Progesterone level on embryo transfer day and pregnancy after frozen embryo transfer
We will test whether blood progesterone levels on the day of embryo transfer affect the chance of clinical pregnancy for people having hormone-replacement frozen-thawed embryo transfers.
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Role of PET-CT with PSMA for equivocal MRI in prostate cancer
This trial tests whether adding PSMA PET imaging to equivocal MRI improves detection of clinically significant prostate cancer and helps guide treatment decisions.
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Local ablative therapy added to osimertinib for EGFR‑mutant metastatic NSCLC with few remaining tumor sites
This trial tests whether adding local ablative therapy to ongoing osimertinib helps people with EGFR exon 19 or exon 21 L858R mutated stage IV non‑small cell lung cancer who have three or fewer active tumor sites after initial treatment.
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Virtual reality tools to ease preoperative anxiety in adults awaiting elective surgery
This study tests whether co-designed virtual reality educational and distraction videos can reduce preoperative anxiety in adults having planned surgery, compared with usual care.
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Duodenal pulsENDO for early type 2 diabetes
This study tests pulsENDOs endoscopic duodenal re-cellularization therapy to see if it helps people recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
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Oral Bisacodyl Before Catheter Insertion to Help Peritoneal Dialysis
This study tests whether giving a laxative before Tenckhoff catheter insertion helps keep the catheter flowing smoothly for people starting peritoneal dialysis.
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Nicotinamide riboside supplementation to improve metabolic flexibility during Zone 2 training
This test will see if taking nicotinamide riboside (NR) helps healthy adults improve metabolic flexibility during Zone 2 endurance training.
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What factors affect pregnancy success after IUI
This project will try to see if hormone levels on trigger day, follicle and uterine measurements, and sperm quality are linked to the chance of a clinical pregnancy after IUI for couples who had IUI cycles.
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Cardiovascular and kidney health screening in AECOPD patients in Hong Kong
This study tests whether screening for hidden heart and kidney disease in people hospitalized for an acute COPD flare can improve care and reduce readmissions.
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Soft robotic glove for wrist and hand recovery after stroke
This study will try a soft robotic glove that uses EMG (muscle) signals to help people with chronic stroke regain wrist and hand movement.
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Nurse-led program to improve sleep for children with cancer
This program will test whether nurse-led sleep education plus relaxation and breathing exercises can improve sleep for Chinese-speaking children aged 6–12 who are receiving cancer treatment.
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RSV Burden in Hong Kong: What RSV does to adults
This study tests how often RSV causes illness and hospitalization in adults in Hong Kong who have community-acquired respiratory infections.
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Rapid escalation of cholesterol-lowering treatment to prevent repeat heart events
This project will try frequent LDL-C checks and quicker increases in lipid-lowering medicines for adults with recent or chronic coronary artery disease to help them reach LDL goals and reduce repeat heart problems.
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Robotic gastrectomy using a patient-side 5th robotic arm
This trial will try a new multiport robotic system with an extra patient-side arm for adults with operable stomach cancer to see if the surgery works well and is safe.
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Thiazide diuretics to lower blood pressure in people on peritoneal dialysis
This trial will try a daily 25 mg hydrochlorothiazide pill to lower blood pressure in people on peritoneal dialysis whose blood pressure is above 140/90.
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Single-Port SHURUI Robotic Thoracic Surgery
This observational study tests the SHURUI single-port robotic system during thoracic surgery to see if it can reduce trauma and speed recovery in adults needing lung or mediastinal procedures.
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Myofunctional therapy for children with obstructive sleep apnea
This study tests whether myofunctional therapy helps children aged 6–12 who have obstructive sleep apnea see improvements in sleep and breathing.
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Framework and dissemination plan for clinical guidelines about herb-drug interactions
This project will try to develop and share a practical framework using expert Delphi surveys and interviews to help clinicians and guideline developers manage herb–drug interactions.
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Hong Kong Diabesity Register
This project will collect health data to see how type 2 diabetes with obesity changes over time in adults aged 18–50 who can read Chinese and use a smartphone.
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MRI-guided dynamic support for correcting adolescent scoliosis
This pilot tests whether an MRI-compatible air-padded support with programmable pneumatic control can quickly reduce spinal curvature in 10–16-year-olds with mild to moderate adolescent idiopathic scoliosis.
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Awareness and help-seeking for gynecological problems in Hong Kong
This project tries to see if awareness, knowledge, and help-seeking differ between women with gynecological conditions and the general public in Hong Kong using a questionnaire.
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Lifestyle medicine program for older adults with chronic musculoskeletal pain
This program will test whether four face-to-face health coaching sessions about lifestyle changes can reduce pain and improve quality of life for older adults with chronic musculoskeletal pain.
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Measuring TB DNA in blood and urine
This test checks whether measuring Mycobacterium tuberculosis cell-free DNA in blood and urine can detect active TB in hospitalized patients and distinguish them from people with latent TB or no infection.
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Group gamified instrumental music training to boost resilience in underprivileged 8–12 year olds
This program will test whether group gamified instrumental music lessons can help underprivileged Hong Kong children aged 8–12 become more resilient and reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety.
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Butyrate and Taurine for Chronic Postoperative Pain in Adults after Cardiac Surgery
This study tests whether taking taurine and butyrate daily can reduce long-lasting pain after cardiac surgery in adults.
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Transcranial pulse stimulation to help people with early Alzheimer's disease
We will test whether non-invasive transcranial pulse stimulation can improve thinking, memory, and behavior in people aged 60–90 with early Alzheimer's disease.
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Collagen scaffold augmentation to support Achilles tendon repair
This trial will test whether adding a collagen scaffold during surgical repair helps adults with acute Achilles tendon ruptures recover better than standard repair.
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Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy for meniscal tears in adults
This study tests whether pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy plus home exercises helps healing and knee function more than a sham treatment in adults with a meniscus tear.
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Blue diode laser vaporization for enlarged prostate (BPH)
It tests whether a 450 nm blue diode laser vaporization can improve urinary symptoms in men aged 50 and older with symptomatic BPH.
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Pulsed electromagnetic field therapy to preserve muscle in men on ADT
This program will test whether weekly pulsed electromagnetic field therapy applied to the thighs can increase muscle mass and strength in men with non‑metastatic prostate cancer who are receiving androgen deprivation therapy.
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Continuing versus stopping daily aspirin before colonoscopy with possible polyp removal
This trial tests whether people taking daily low‑dose aspirin to prevent heart problems should keep taking aspirin or stop it before an elective colonoscopy with possible polyp removal to balance heart and bleeding risks.
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) training to reduce parental burnout and support child well-being
This project will try ACT-based training with Cantonese-speaking Hong Kong parents and their 3–11-year-old children identified as at risk to see if it reduces parental burnout and improves children's emotional and behavioral adjustment over three months.
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Natural course of advanced chronic liver disease (cirrhosis)
We will follow adults with advanced chronic liver disease for 10 years and use yearly transient elastography to see if and when liver complications or liver-related death occur.
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Hong Kong register and 3-year integrated care program for Chinese adults with diabesity
This program will test whether a 3-year team-based approach (medical therapy, dietitian and psychologist support, e-care with an AI chatbot, biofeedback and peer support) helps Chinese adults aged 18–50 with type 2 diabetes and obesity lose weight and improve physical and mental health.
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Non-invasive tests to predict outcomes after curative treatment for hepatocellular carcinoma
This project will test whether regular non-invasive liver and spleen stiffness checks plus scheduled endoscopies can help predict future complications in people with compensated chronic liver disease who receive curative-intent treatment for HCC.
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Contactless and device-based recording of cardiovascular vital signs
This project will test whether camera-based (remote PPG) and conventional device PPG can record heart rate, oxygen level, breathing rate and related signals in adults with known medical conditions.
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Comparing catheter-based treatments for acute pulmonary embolism
This registry compares outcomes of different catheter-based therapies to see which works best and is safest for people hospitalized with acute pulmonary embolism.
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Remote monitoring to speed safe heart-failure medication adjustments
We will test whether wearables and a mobile app can help doctors safely speed up medication adjustments for people hospitalized with acute HFrEF.
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Using wearable activity trackers and a mobile app to help people with peripheral artery disease walk better
This project will test whether a personalized home walking program guided by wearable activity trackers and automatic feedback can help people with peripheral artery disease walk as well as supervised exercise sessions.
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HerResolve™ blood test to detect endometriosis in symptomatic women
This will test whether the HerResolve™ non-invasive blood test can detect endometriosis in women aged 18–49 who have pelvic pain or abnormal bleeding and are scheduled for laparoscopy.
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Angiolite stent registry for left main coronary artery lesions
This registry will test whether the Angiolite sirolimus‑eluting stent is safe and works well for adults having PCI to treat left main coronary artery narrowing.
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CAPA in vitro egg maturation
This trial will try the CAPA in vitro egg maturation technique for girls and women seeking fertility preservation or egg retrieval.
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Dorzagliatin for glucokinase (GCK-MODY) diabetes
This trial will test whether dorzagliatin, a drug that activates glucokinase, can lower blood sugar in adults with GCK-MODY caused by an inactivating GCK mutation.
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Bright light therapy for adolescents with depression who are evening-types
This will see if daily bright light therapy helps Chinese teens (ages 12–19) with non-seasonal unipolar depression who are evening-types.
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Pulsed electromagnetic therapy for mid-portion Achilles tendinopathy
This trial will test whether adding pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy to standard eccentric exercises helps adults with mid-portion Achilles tendinopathy reduce pain and improve function compared with sham PEMF.
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Magnetic traction assistance for endoscopic treatment of early gastrointestinal cancers
This study is testing whether using magnetic traction can make it easier and quicker for doctors to perform endoscopic surgery on early stomach and colon cancers.
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Real-time AI system to measure colorectal polyp size during colonoscopy
This will test a real-time AI tool called EndoAIM that automatically measures polyp diameter during colonoscopies in adults having screening, surveillance, or symptom evaluation.
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Youth-led mental wellness program for secondary school students
This program will try to improve mental well-being, reduce depression and suicidal thoughts, and increase mental health knowledge and help-seeking among Hong Kong secondary school students in Forms 1–3.
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Understanding COPD Phenotypes and Treatable Traits
This study is trying to find out different types of COPD and specific traits in patients that can be treated to help improve their health and management of the disease.
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SCV09 synbiotic for improving behavioral symptoms in Alzheimer's disease
This pilot will try a synbiotic formula called SCV09 to see if it improves dementia-related behavior in people aged 60–85 with Alzheimer's disease who have a caregiver to assist with treatment and sample collection.
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Intertransverse process block to improve recovery and cut long-term pain after open-heart surgery
We will test whether giving an intertransverse process block during elective open-heart (CABG or valve) surgery helps adults recover better after surgery and reduces the chance of long-term post-surgery pain.
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Evaluation of a new robotic surgical system for major gastrointestinal and urologic surgeries
This study is testing a new robotic surgery system to see if it can safely and effectively help patients with major gastrointestinal and urologic conditions like colorectal and prostate cancer.
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Mindfulness training to improve Chinese teachers' wellbeing and teaching
This project will try an 8-week mindfulness course (MBCT-L) to see if it improves mental wellbeing and teaching outcomes for Chinese school teachers.
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Acupuncture-style TENS to reduce pain and stress before and during egg retrieval
This trial will test whether acupuncture-style transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (acu-TENS) can cut pain by half for women having transvaginal ultrasound-guided egg retrieval.
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Repairing full-thickness macular holes without using gas (no endotamponade)
This trial sees if an internal limiting membrane (ILM) flap technique that omits gas can close full-thickness macular holes in adults as safely and effectively as the usual vitrectomy with gas tamponade.
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Screening for Hepatitis D Virus in HIV and HBV Coinfected Individuals
This study looks at how common hepatitis delta virus is in people who have both HIV and hepatitis B in Hong Kong to better understand their health needs.
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Prevent non-communicable diseases by screening and helping emergency department patients adopt healthier lifestyles
This program will test whether a brief screening, tailored advice, a resource leaflet, and a follow-up phone call can help adult ED patients with health-risk behaviors adopt healthier lifestyles.
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Prostate Irreversible Electroporation for Localized Prostate Cancer
A minimally invasive treatment using irreversible electroporation is tested to see if it can treat localized prostate cancer while preserving urinary and sexual function.
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Effects of radiotherapy on circulating tumor DNA in liver cancer patients
This study is testing how Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy affects levels of tumor DNA in the blood of liver cancer patients to see if it can help track how well the treatment is working.
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Ambulatory flexible ureteroscopy under local anaesthesia for UTUC surveillance
This pilot will try flexible ureteroscopy under local anaesthesia to see if it is safe and workable for people needing surveillance after kidney-sparing surgery for upper tract urothelial carcinoma.
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Comparing single-level and three-level intertransverse process blocks for recovery after lung surgery
This study is testing whether a single-level or three-level pain block helps people recover better after lung surgery.
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AI-guided personalized rehabilitation to improve upper-limb recovery after stroke
This project tests whether an explainable AI system can predict recovery and recommend tailored rehab (usual care alone or plus acupuncture, robotic training, or NMES) for people aged 65–80 who had a first-time unilateral stroke 1–6 months earlier.
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Stereotactic body radiotherapy with atezolizumab and bevacizumab for HCC with major portal vein thrombosis
This test tries adding SBRT to atezolizumab plus bevacizumab to see if it helps people with HCC and major portal vein thrombosis who have not progressed after two cycles of systemic therapy.
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Chatbot intervention to help adolescents with digital addictions
This study tests if a chatbot can help teenagers aged 10-19 reduce their gaming and social media addiction better than just receiving information about these issues.
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Comparing two treatments for prostate issues
This study is testing whether a new water vapor treatment for prostate issues works just as well as a popular lift procedure for men over 50 with BPH symptoms.
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ESAT6/CFP10 (C-TST) skin test to detect TB infection in rheumatology patients
This study will try a new ESAT6/CFP10 skin test (C-TST) alongside standard PPD and blood IGRA tests to see if it detects latent TB in adults with rheumatologic diseases before they start biologic or targeted synthetic DMARDs.
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Assessing Mycoplasma genitalium infection in men who have sex with men in Hong Kong
This study is trying to understand how common Mycoplasma genitalium infections are among men who have sex with men in Hong Kong and how they spread, by having participants fill out surveys and provide samples for testing.
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Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty with fundal mucosal ablation for weight loss
This study is testing a new weight loss method that combines a procedure called endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty with a technique to reduce a hormone that makes you feel hungry, to see if it helps people lose more weight safely.
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Pai.ACT: AI-powered chatbot-assisted ACT for parents of children with neurodevelopmental disorders
This trial tests a chatbot-guided ACT program for Cantonese-speaking parents of young children with neurodevelopmental disorders to see if it helps reduce parenting stress and improves family well-being.
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Analysis of Biologics Use for Severe Asthma in Hong Kong
This study looks at how well different biologic treatments have worked for people with severe asthma in Hong Kong by reviewing their medical records from the past 20 years.
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Low-intensity transcranial ultrasound for sleep disturbances in people with chronic tinnitus
This will test whether two weeks of focused low-intensity transcranial ultrasound to deep brain areas can reduce tinnitus severity and improve sleep in people aged 60–80 with chronic tinnitus and poor sleep.
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Using AI to analyze ultrasound images for cardiovascular diseases
This study is testing if using AI to analyze ultrasound images can help find heart problems and strokes earlier, especially for older people who might not get enough medical attention.
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WhatsApp-based intervention for pregnant women and their partners to improve psychological well-being and sleep quality
This study is testing a WhatsApp program designed to help pregnant women and their partners improve their mental health and sleep quality.
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Evaluating a tailored healthcare delivery model for people living with HIV and other health conditions
This study is testing a new way to deliver healthcare for people living with HIV who also have other health issues to see if it helps them get better care.
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Emergency Stroke Unit for treating acute strokes
This study is testing a new Emergency Stroke Unit that uses a mobile MRI to see if it can help treat stroke patients faster and improve their recovery.
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Evaluating a triple therapy for type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease
This study is testing a new combination of three medications to see if it can help people with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease reduce protein in their urine.
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HAPA-based health behavior program for adults with metabolic syndrome and chronic kidney disease
A two-arm study will test a theory-based behavior-change program to see if it improves waist size, kidney function, and related health behaviors in adults with metabolic syndrome and chronic kidney disease.
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Wireless optical capsule to detect upper gastrointestinal bleeding
This trial will test a swallowed wireless optical capsule (HemoPill) to see if it can detect bleeding in adults with suspected upper gastrointestinal bleeding.
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Switching from Sildenafil to Riociguat for CTEPH Patients
This study is testing if switching from sildenafil to riociguat can help people with Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension feel better after they’ve already had balloon pulmonary angioplasty.
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Comparing HIFU and myomectomy for treating uterine fibroids
This study is testing whether High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) is a better option than surgery for treating painful uterine fibroids in women aged 18 to 50.
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Robotic surgery for thoracic cancer using the Medtronic Hugo™ system
This study is testing if using the Medtronic Hugo™ robotic system for thoracic cancer surgery can improve outcomes for patients undergoing procedures like lung resections.
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Diagnosis aid for pleural TB using blood and pleural fluid DNA in Hong Kong
This study checks whether cell-free DNA from Mycobacterium tuberculosis in pleural fluid can help diagnose tuberculous pleural effusion in adults.
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Evaluating a mental health support platform for university students
This study tests whether a new mental health support platform for university students can improve their well-being compared to regular services.
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Yupingfeng Powder for Allergic Rhinitis in Adults
This study tests whether Yupingfeng Powder, a traditional Chinese herbal medicine, helps adults with allergic rhinitis who have lung and spleen qi deficiency.
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Using HIFEM technology to treat urinary incontinence in men after prostate surgery
This study is testing if a new HIFEM treatment can help men who have had prostate surgery with their urinary incontinence better than standard care.
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Monitoring miscarriage through a blood test
This study is testing a blood test that looks at DNA to see if it can help understand the genetic reasons behind miscarriages in women who have had early pregnancy loss, especially those who used fertility treatments.
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Exploring awareness and knowledge of social egg freezing in Hong Kong
This study is trying to find out how much young adults and doctors in Hong Kong know about social egg freezing and if they accept it, to help create better education and support for fertility preservation.
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Online DBT-informed skills program to help adult smokers quit and manage distress
This program will try an online DBT-informed skills course to help adult smokers quit or cut down and feel less psychological distress.
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Advanced MRI techniques for detecting causes of focal epilepsy
This study is testing if advanced MRI techniques can help find hidden causes of focal epilepsy in patients who didn't show any problems on regular MRIs.
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Stopping non-selective beta-blockers in people with cirrhosis whose main cause is controlled
This study will try stopping non-selective beta-blockers in adults with cirrhosis who have their primary liver disease controlled, low liver stiffness, and no varices to see if varices come back within one year.
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Health behavior change plan for adults with metabolic syndrome and kidney disease
A 40-person study will test a theory-based behavior-change program to see if it can reduce waist size and protect kidney function over three months in Chinese adults with metabolic syndrome and chronic kidney disease.
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Using telemedicine to manage blood pressure in patients with controlled hypertension
This study tests if using telemedicine to manage blood pressure can work as well or better than regular doctor visits for people with controlled hypertension.
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Chinese medicine blend for chronic insomnia
This trial tests whether a modified herbal formula (Suan Zao Ren Tang combined with Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan) helps adults with chronic insomnia more than a placebo over six weeks.
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Isometric resistance exercise to lower blood pressure in patients with hypertension
This study is testing if doing isometric resistance exercises, like wall squats, can help people with high blood pressure lower their numbers better than just doing stretching exercises.
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Freezing and transplanting ovarian tissue for young female cancer patients
This study is testing if freezing and later transplanting ovarian tissue can help young female cancer patients preserve their ability to have children after treatment.
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Using empagliflozin to improve kidney function in new peritoneal dialysis patients
This study tests if adding a diabetes medication called empagliflozin can help new peritoneal dialysis patients keep their kidney function and improve their overall health.
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Boiled cashew treatment for children with food allergies
This study is testing if giving boiled cashews to children with cashew allergies can help them safely eat cashews and possibly other tree nuts too.
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Effect of Bariatric Surgery on Urinary Symptoms
This study is testing how bariatric surgery affects urinary symptoms in people with severe obesity compared to those who don't have the surgery.
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Effect of PEMF on recovery after ACL reconstruction with hamstring autograft
This study is testing if pulsed electromagnetic field therapy can help people recover faster and regain strength in their hamstring after ACL surgery using their own hamstring tendon.
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Profiling microbiome and metabolites in children with obstructive sleep apnea
This study looks at the differences in gut bacteria and urine chemicals between children with obstructive sleep apnea and those without to see how these might be related to the condition.
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Using carvedilol to prevent liver complications in patients with advanced chronic liver disease
This study is testing if the medication carvedilol can help prevent serious liver problems in people with advanced chronic liver disease and high blood pressure in the liver.
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Mycobacterium tuberculosis cell-free DNA for diagnosing pleural tuberculosis
This test tries measuring MTB cell-free DNA in pleural fluid to see if it can diagnose pleural tuberculosis in adults with new pleural effusions.
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Using SBRT for patients with limited progression of liver cancer on immunotherapy
This study is testing if adding a special type of radiation therapy can help people with liver cancer who have a few growing spots while on immunotherapy feel better and live longer.
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Using acu-TENS to reduce pain during ultrasound-guided manual vacuum aspiration
This study is testing if a new pain relief method called acu-TENS can help women feel less pain during a procedure for early pregnancy loss.
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Comparing collagen paste and mucosal advancement flap for treating fistula-in-ano
This study tests whether using collagen paste or surgery works better for healing high anal fistulas while keeping the anal sphincter functioning well.
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Helping young stroke survivors become self-employed
This study is testing a new online program to help young stroke survivors learn self-employment skills and see if it can improve their job prospects and overall well-being.
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Using dapagliflozin to prevent liver complications in patients with chronic hepatitis B and diabetes
This study is testing if the diabetes medication dapagliflozin can help prevent liver problems in people with chronic hepatitis B and diabetes.
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Evaluating AI for prostate cancer diagnosis using MRI
This study is testing whether an artificial intelligence tool can accurately analyze MRI images of prostate cancer to help doctors make better decisions about biopsies for men at risk.
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Digital therapy to improve sleep and mood in adolescents
This study is testing a new online therapy for sleep problems to see if it can also help teenagers aged 12-18 who are dealing with both insomnia and depression feel better.
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Quick answers
How many clinical trials run by Chinese University of Hong Kong are recruiting right now?
279, as of November 12, 2026. 2 of them were first registered in the last 30 days. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 11 countries. The most sites are in Hong Kong (260 trials), China (29 trials), India (3 trials), Thailand (2 trials), Japan (2 trials). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 2: 20, Phase 4: 12, Phase 3: 6, Phase 2/3: 2. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
Find the studies that fit you
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