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• Histotripsy treatment for pancreatic cancer

  This study tests histotripsy, a non-thermal ultrasound method, to see if it can safely target and liquefy pancreatic tumors in adults with unresectable disease.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07873606

• Personalized 3D-printed liver models to pick adjuvant therapy after liver cancer surgery

  Doctors test whether a patient’s own 3D-bioprinted liver model can help choose the best additional treatment to lower the chance of cancer coming back after liver surgery.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07839767

• Need-based cancer survivorship program implementation

  This project tests a need-based survivorship program for adults who have finished cancer treatment to see if targeted screenings and referrals can help manage symptoms and weight concerns.

  Recruiting at 5 sites The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Hong Kong and 4 other locations · NCT07830368

• Optimizing when weekly chatbot reminders go out to people using a chatbot for quitting smoking

  This study tests whether sending weekly reminders at different times helps people stay engaged with a chatbot smoking-cessation service.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07826884

• Frailty-focused prehabilitation before heart surgery

  This study tests a home-based, frailty-tailored prehabilitation program for adults 65+ waiting 5 weeks or more for heart surgery to see if it improves fitness, frailty, heart-related function, nutrition, inflammation, quality of life, and hospital outcomes.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07824700

• Online emotion-regulation and parenting program for parents of preschoolers

  A online program helps parents of 2- to 6-year-olds learn to manage their emotions and respond to their children in calmer, more supportive ways.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07822841

• Three-agent chat app for lonely older adults in Hong Kong

  This trial tests whether a Cantonese-language smartphone chat app with three conversational companions can help reduce loneliness in adults aged 60 and older in Hong Kong, by comparing a version powered by a large language model to a version using pre-written templates.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR · NCT07822828

• Piezoelectric Low-Intensity Shockwave Therapy for erectile dysfunction in PDE5i nonresponders

  This study tests whether four weeks of low‑intensity, linear piezoelectric shockwave therapy can improve erectile function in men with ED who did not respond to PDE5 inhibitors.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07820748

• Registry of Focal Therapies for Prostate Cancer

  This registry collects real-world information from patients who had focal therapies for localized prostate cancer to help understand safety and outcomes.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Hong Kong · NCT07792590

• MRI-invisible prostate cancer: can PSMA PET-CT guide targeted focal therapy?

  This study tests whether pelvic ¹⁸F-PSMA-1007 PET-CT can find MRI-invisible, clinically significant prostate cancers and guide focal treatment for men 50 and older.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, 香港島 · NCT07788625

• Does implant type affect knee alignment when using KUNWU robotic surgery

  This trial tests whether two knee implants (Attune vs Persona) used with the KUNWU robotic system result in more accurate knee alignment after total knee replacement.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Sandy Bay · NCT07777757

• Transurethral Thermodilatation vs Prostatic Urethral Lift for BPH in men 50–80

  This study tests whether Prolieve can match UroLift in relieving BPH symptoms in men 50–80 who haven’t had enough relief from medicines.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07759752

• Improv Comedy to Reduce Anxiety in Young Chinese Adults in Hong Kong

  This study tests whether weekly improv comedy workshops can lower anxiety and boost well-being in unmarried Chinese young adults in Hong Kong who have mild to moderate anxiety.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07737821

• Personal health app in young-to-midlife adults in Hong Kong

  This trial tests whether the Wellnuts self-health assessment app helps asymptomatic adults in Hong Kong become more health-aware and proactive about care, compared with standard online health resources.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07720245

• CBT-I with Melatonin for Older Adults with Chronic Insomnia

  In people aged 60 and over with chronic insomnia, researchers will test whether CBT-I plus nightly melatonin helps sleep better than CBT-I with a placebo or sleep-health education with placebo.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07695246

• Liposomal Bupivacaine Plus Plain Bupivacaine vs Dexamethasone Plus Plain Bupivacaine for High-Risk Pain After Supraclavicular Brachial Plexus Block

  This trial tests whether liposomal bupivacaine with plain bupivacaine can better control postoperative pain after distal radial fracture surgery in patients at high risk of severe pain, compared with dexamethasone plus plain bupivacaine.

  Recruiting Phase 3 The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07665762

• VR handwashing game to improve school students’ hand hygiene

  A VR-based handwashing game is being tested to see if it helps junior secondary students in Hong Kong wash their hands better and keep the habit longer.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07659340

• Concurrent and consecutive rTMS plus CBM for depression in adults

  This study tests whether combining rTMS with a computer-based CBM-I program can reduce negative thinking and depressive symptoms in adults with major depressive disorder.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Quarry Bay, Hong Kong Island · NCT07636694

• Dentine Adhesive with Strontium-doped Bioactive Glass-Ceramic for Sensitivity Relief

  This trial tests whether a strontium-doped bioactive glass-ceramic filled dentine adhesive can better relieve dentine hypersensitivity than a regular dentine adhesive in adults with sensitive teeth.

  Recruiting at 2 sites The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong and 1 other locations · NCT07628712

• 20-Year Follow-Up after First-Episode Psychosis: How Early Treatment Choices Shape Long-Term Outcomes

  This study follows people with their first episode of psychosis for 20 years to see how different early antipsychotic strategies relate to long-term symptoms, thinking abilities, and daily functioning.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07616999

• CIDI 5.0 validation against SCID-5 for lifetime mental disorders in Hong Kong adults

  This study tests whether the CIDI 5.0 interview can reliably identify lifetime mental disorders in adults in Hong Kong by comparing it with the SCID-5 diagnostic interview.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07604753

• Project ReBond: A program to help people on release desistance

  A randomized trial will test whether Project ReBond plus usual services helps people re-entering the community more successfully than usual services alone.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island · NCT07593534

• Portable electronic stethoscope and machine-learning detection of heart valve disease

  We will test whether a portable electronic stethoscope combined with a machine-learning algorithm can accurately detect valvular heart disease in people with known valve problems and in healthy volunteers.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Pok Fu Lam Rd. · NCT07568795

• DigitHeart Echo: predicting heart ultrasound findings from a smartphone photo of your ECG

  This test checks whether a smartphone app can predict echocardiogram findings from a photo of a 12‑lead ECG in adults scheduled for echocardiography.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07558109

• Yulinzhu for Women With Diminished Ovarian Reserve

  A 12-week course of traditional Chinese medicine called Yulinzhu is being tested to see if it helps women with diminished ovarian reserve who want to improve fertility.

  Recruiting Phase 3 The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong and 1 other locations · NCT07550998

• BrainLive Connect volunteer training for adults 50 and over

  This project tests whether 80–90 hours of BrainLive Coach training helps volunteers aged 50+ gain dementia-related knowledge, caregiving skills, and better wellbeing compared with volunteers who only receive educational materials.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07544875

• BrainLive Connect: Volunteer-led Cognitive Stimulation Therapy for people living with dementia

  This project will try 7 weeks of volunteer-led Cognitive Stimulation Therapy to see if it helps people with mild to moderate dementia improve thinking and quality of life compared with usual care.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07531589

• TRTRM (ACTTOP) Guided Dosing in Older Cancer Patients

  Aims to see if using the TRTRM risk score can help tailor cancer treatment doses for people 65 and older to reduce serious treatment-related toxicities.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07484932

• Dapagliflozin to Improve Exercise and Heart Function in Fontan Patients

  This study tests whether the diabetes drug dapagliflozin can improve exercise capacity and heart function in people who had a Fontan procedure.

  Recruiting Phase 4 The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong and 1 other locations · NCT07482943

• Does AI-assisted colonoscopy lower the risk of future advanced colon lesions?

  This study will test whether using artificial intelligence during colonoscopy lowers the chance of developing advanced colonic lesions later in people who previously had polyps.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07467928

• Single triple-combination blood pressure pill after intracerebral hemorrhage

  This trial tests whether a single pill combining amlodipine, valsartan, and hydrochlorothiazide helps adults who recently had an intracerebral hemorrhage control their blood pressure.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Hong Kong and 3 other locations · NCT07458880

• Vitamin D treatment after intracerebral hemorrhage

  This will try giving higher-dose vitamin D to adults within 96 hours of an intracerebral hemorrhage to see if it helps clear the bleed faster and is safe.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07458815

• Aptamer-based rapid urine test for toxic aconite herbs

  This project will try a rapid urine test to detect toxic aconite alkaloids in adults who may have been exposed or who use aconite therapeutically.

  Recruiting at 2 sites The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong and 1 other locations · NCT07456592

• Large language model chatbot to help people with metabolic alcohol-related liver disease cut back on drinking

  This pilot will test whether a WhatsApp-based large language model chatbot can help adults in Hong Kong with metabolic alcohol-related liver disease drink less alcohol.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07450144

• Instant-message personalized Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for neuropsychiatric symptoms in mild cognitive impairment

  This test sends personalized instant messages based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to see if they reduce neuropsychiatric symptoms in people aged 50 and older with mild cognitive impairment.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07420426

• Using PTeye to help protect parathyroid glands during total thyroidectomy

  This trial will test whether using the handheld PTeye device during total thyroidectomy in adults reduces the chance of low blood calcium after surgery.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07416149

• Using awe to encourage adults to take preventive steps like vaccination, mask-wearing, and social distancing

  This project will test if feeling awe makes adults in Hong Kong, Singapore, and major Mainland Chinese cities more likely to get vaccinated, wear masks, and keep social distance.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07406529

• CBT for insomnia to reduce impulsivity and risky behavior in young people

  This project will test whether group cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) can reduce impulsive behavior and risky decision-making in Chinese youths aged 12–24 who have insomnia.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07399964

• An app-based program to help children with ASD and insomnia sleep better

  This project will test whether an app-based, parent-led sleep program—with or without phone support—helps children aged 6–12 with ASD and insomnia and also improves parental sleep and stress.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07398183

• Exercise with telehealth or walking programs for people with PRISm

  This project will test whether a telehealth-guided exercise program or a step-based walking program, together with smoking-cessation advice, helps people with PRISm stay stable or avoid developing COPD.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07387432

• Social media–based psychosocial support to help adult women reduce alcohol use

  Aimed at adult women who drink at risky levels, this study tests a mobile–based program with brief counseling, real-time prompts, and a social media support group to see if it can lower alcohol consumption.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07381868

• Fitbit and health coaching to improve movement and cardiometabolic health in adults with central obesity

  This project tests whether giving adults with central obesity a Fitbit alone or with health coaching for one year improves daily movement and cardiometabolic risk factors.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07379970

• Precision use of tranexamic acid for intracerebral hemorrhage

  This study will try giving intravenous tranexamic acid to adults with certain supratentorial intracerebral hemorrhages within 6 hours to see if it limits hematoma growth and improves recovery.

  Recruiting at 2 sites The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong and 2 other locations · NCT07365150

• Volunteer-led lifestyle program to help sarcopenia in older adults

  This program tests a digital, volunteer-supported lifestyle plan to improve muscle health and reduce fall risk in older adults with sarcopenia or frailty.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07345832

• Group ACT program for adults with special needs and their caregivers

  This pilot will try a group-based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) program for adults with special needs and their caregivers to reduce parenting stress and increase psychological flexibility.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Mong Kok · NCT07345806

• Mindfulness-based Lifestyle Change Program for Caregivers of People with Neurological Disorders

  A mindfulness-based program with group sessions, daily micro-interventions, and activity tracking is being tested to help caregivers of people with neurological disorders stay physically active.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07342140

• Using tDCS to improve emotional health in young adults with mild depressive symptoms

  This study will test whether transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) can improve mood, motivation, and emotion regulation in 18–35-year-olds with subthreshold depression.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07319143

• Acupressure for Cough in Lung Cancer Survivors

  This trial tests whether self-administered acupressure can lessen cough and related symptoms in people who have survived lung cancer.

  Recruiting at 2 sites The University of Hong Kong · Shenzhen, Guangdong and 1 other locations · NCT07315672

• Dapagliflozin added to a next-generation hormonal therapy for metastatic prostate cancer

  This trial tests whether adding dapagliflozin to standard hormonal therapy helps men with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer see better cancer control.

  Recruiting at 2 sites Phase 2 The University of Hong Kong · Shanghai and 1 other locations · NCT07310433

• Jockey Club REACH & Map program to help hard-to-reach older adults improve function

  This project will test whether the Jockey Club REACH & Map program can help older adults who are hard-to-reach improve their physical, cognitive, and social functioning.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07305441

• Combined immunotherapy and stereotactic radiotherapy to shrink unresectable liver cancer for possible surgery

  This project will test whether stereotactic body radiotherapy followed by immunotherapy can shrink unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma so surgery becomes possible for adults with preserved liver function.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07305428

• COPE: a blended (face-to-face and online) program to lower expressed emotion in family caregivers of people with dementia

  This six-week COPE program will test whether a blended, personalized intervention helps family caregivers of people with dementia reduce expressed emotion, depressive symptoms, and perceived stress from BPSD.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07305415

• Game to boost psychological resilience after major life stress

  This trial will try a 10-day game-based program to see if it increases positive emotions and improves mental health in adults who experienced major life stress.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07235696

• WeChat group program to reduce social frailty in older adults with heart failure

  This 6-week WeChat group program tries to improve social frailty, self-care, and social participation in people aged 60 and older who have heart failure.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Shanghai and 2 other locations · NCT07234565

• Narrative therapy for young people with moderate mental distress in Hong Kong

  This project tests whether six face-to-face narrative therapy sessions delivered in community hubs can reduce mental distress and strengthen sense of control for youths aged 12–24 in Hong Kong with moderate symptoms (K6 11–14).

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07231406

• FitARise: Making Exercise Advice and Referrals a Routine Part of Cancer Care

  A program tests whether using structured steps to assess BMI, advise patients, and refer them to an exercise weight-management program can become a standard part of cancer care for eligible patients.

  Recruiting at 8 sites The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong and 7 other locations · NCT07210905

• Mindful-Breath program for people with COPD

  This program will test if a personalized Mindful-Breath telehealth and mindfulness approach helps adults aged 50–80 with COPD feel less stressed and become more active.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07195838

• Class-integrated social stories to make dental visits easier for autistic preschoolers

  This trial will test whether a class-integrated social story program helps preschool children with autism feel less anxious and behave more comfortably during dental visits.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07166978

• Health Chat for lifestyle planning in people with multiple cardiometabolic conditions

  This program tests whether a 12-week face-to-face and WeChat-based Health Chat can help adults with two or more cardiometabolic conditions improve lifestyle habits and health.

  Recruiting at 3 sites The University of Hong Kong · Suzhou, Jiangsu and 2 other locations · NCT07158697

• Online education hubs and chat text messaging to reduce teen binge drinking

  This pilot trial will test whether an interactive online information hub plus personalized WhatsApp text messages can help Hong Kong secondary students aged 12–18 who have drunk alcohol in the past year drink less and binge less.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong and 1 other locations · NCT07143565

• Combined injury-site and lumbosacral epidural spinal cord stimulation to restore function after spinal cord injury

  This project will try implanting a spinal cord stimulator at the injury site plus over the lower (lumbosacral) spine to see if it helps people with chronic complete spinal cord injury regain movement and improve function.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07139496

• Nurse-and-allergist provocation pathway for penicillin allergy delabelling (PANDA)

  This project will try a nurse-and-allergist team approach to remove incorrect penicillin allergy labels in patients treated at participating hospitals, and compare it to the usual allergist-only pathway.

  Recruiting at 4 sites The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong and 3 other locations · NCT07127835

• Gamification-enhanced problem-based learning for higher-diploma nursing students

  This trial tests whether a gamified problem-based learning program helps Hong Kong higher-diploma nursing students improve critical thinking, metacognitive awareness, and clinical competence compared with regular lectures.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07125131

• Magnetic brain stimulation to reduce food cravings and help weight control

  This project will try repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) to reduce food cravings and help weight control in healthy adults aged 18–65 who report craving or weight-control problems.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Pok Fu Lam · NCT07106398

• Magnetic brain stimulation (rTMS) to improve sleep in healthy adults

  This study will try repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) to see if it improves sleep quality in adults aged 18–65 who have sleep complaints but no serious mental illness.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Pok Fu Lam · NCT07106385

• 12-week aerobic exercise program for people using cannabis

  This program will try a 12-week indoor cycling regimen to see if regular exercise reduces cannabis dependence and the severity of cannabis use disorder in adults aged 18–40.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07091292

• Shock wave therapy to encourage new blood vessels in coronary artery disease

  This will test extracorporeal shock wave therapy to see if it improves blood flow and heart pumping in people with symptomatic coronary artery disease who do not have major blockages.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07068399

• Weight loss, exercise, and metformin for knee osteoarthritis in overweight adults

  This study tests whether adding metformin to diet and exercise can reduce knee pain and body weight in adults with overweight or obesity and knee osteoarthritis who are considering knee replacement.

  Recruiting Early Phase 1 The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Sandy Bay · NCT07065591

• Medical-social collaboration to reduce depressive symptoms in middle-aged and older adults awaiting psychiatric care.

  We will test whether a medical-social collaboration program offering CBT-based stepped care helps middle-aged and older adults with mild depressive symptoms who are waiting for their first psychiatric appointment, compared with a self-management booklet.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07064551

• AI pharmacy chatbot for adults with high blood sugar, blood pressure, or cholesterol in Hong Kong

  We will test a WhatsApp AI pharmacy chatbot that answers Hospital Authority–prescribed medication questions for adults in Hong Kong with hyperglycaemia, hypertension, or hyperlipidaemia and their caregivers.

  Recruiting at 2 sites The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong and 1 other locations · NCT07037563

• Music therapy songwriting to improve university students' social connections and mental health

  This project will try songwriting-based music therapy to see if it helps university students aged 18–40 with moderate depression, anxiety, or stress feel better and connect more with others.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07024979

• Personalized timing for interval debulking surgery in advanced ovarian cancer

  This study will test whether timing interval debulking surgery based on the CA125 drop (KELIM) after neoadjuvant chemotherapy helps people with advanced ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer have better surgical outcomes than usual care.

  Recruiting Phase 2 The University of Hong Kong · Guangzhou and 5 other locations · NCT07023484

• Personalized timing of interval debulking surgery for advanced ovarian, fallopian tube, and peritoneal cancer.

  This study will see if using the CA125 drop rate (KELIM) to decide when to do interval debulking surgery helps people with advanced ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancer who are receiving neoadjuvant chemotherapy.

  Recruiting Phase 2 The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07022535

• Quit-smoking support for fathers of sick children

  This project will try a proactive program of brief advice, free nicotine replacement sampling, and smartphone counselling to help fathers of sick children stop smoking.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Pokfulam · NCT07014124

• Simple bed exercises to reduce postoperative ileus after colorectal surgery

  This test tries simple bed exercises to see if they help adults who develop postoperative ileus after elective colorectal surgery get their bowels working sooner.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT07014046

• Intra-operative intra-articular analgesic cocktail for patella fracture fixation

  This trial will test whether giving an intra-articular analgesic cocktail during patella fixation surgery reduces pain and helps people get moving sooner after surgery.

  Recruiting Phase 4 The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Hong Kong · NCT07006168

• Support and home respite for hidden caregivers in Tai Po

  This project will try tailored support and home-based respite for people caring for older adults who aren’t getting outside help to see if their wellbeing and social connections improve.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong and 1 other locations · NCT07004855

• Comparing NAD precursors to improve vision in glaucoma patients

  This study is testing whether different oral supplements can help improve vision in adults with glaucoma.

  Recruiting Phase 2 The University of Hong Kong · Wong Chuk Hang · NCT06991712

• In-home support for caregivers of older adults

  This study is testing whether providing in-home help for caregivers of older adults can reduce their stress and improve their mental health.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06981117

• Comparing two methods for fixing unstable patellar fractures

  This study is testing whether using a new type of plate to fix unstable kneecap fractures works better and is safer than the traditional wiring method for people with these injuries.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06981039

• Improving oral and systemic health in people with prediabetes using personalized hygiene advice

  This study is testing whether personalized oral hygiene advice from dental professionals or AI can help people with prediabetes improve their oral and overall health.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Sai Ying Pun · NCT06980701

• A brief ACT program to support student well-being

  This pilot will try a short Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) program to help Chinese-speaking students and young people up to age 35 manage stress and boost well-being.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06971861

• Dog-led program to support mental wellbeing of adults in custody

  This pilot will try brief dog-led sessions to see if they improve depression, anxiety, and PTSD symptoms for adults in Hong Kong correctional facilities.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06968351

• Two mouthwashes for gum disease: CHX 0.2% versus CHX 0.12% + CPC

  This study tests whether a lower-concentration chlorhexidine mouthwash with CPC works as well as a standard chlorhexidine mouthwash as an extra treatment for periodontitis.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06967402

• ENACT: Integrated hearing and cognitive training for people with mild cognitive impairment

  This program tests whether adding online auditory training to cognitive training helps people with mild cognitive impairment who also have hearing loss.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06955494

• Using semaglutide to treat psoriasis in obese patients

  This study is testing if the weight loss drug semaglutide can help improve psoriasis symptoms in adults who are both obese and have psoriasis.

  Recruiting Phase 3 The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06937060

• Nurse-led mind–body program for older adults in long-term care

  This project will test a nurse-led mind–body program versus befriending to see if it reduces loneliness in Cantonese-speaking long-term care residents aged 60 and older.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong and 1 other locations · NCT06932731

• Smoking cessation program in Hong Kong workplaces

  This study is testing a smoking cessation program in Hong Kong workplaces to see if a mix of mobile support, health talks, counseling, and nicotine replacement can help employees quit smoking.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06932718

• Early rehabilitation program for post-operative distal radius fractures

  This study is testing a new early rehab program for people who had surgery for wrist fractures to see if it helps them recover better and feel less pain compared to standard rehab methods.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06931418

• Combining acupuncture, acupressure, and nicotine therapy to help quit smoking

  This study is testing if a mix of acupuncture, acupressure, and nicotine therapy can help people quit smoking better than just using nicotine therapy alone.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06931054

• Online quiz to improve tobacco knowledge and attitudes in primary students

  This study tests if an online quiz can help primary school students in Hong Kong learn more about tobacco and reduce their interest in smoking.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06913166

• 3% Diquafosol plus 0.1% cyclosporin for active moderate-to-severe vernal keratoconjunctivitis with keratitis

  This trial will test whether adding 3% Diquafosol eye drops to 0.1% cyclosporin helps people aged 6 and older who have active moderate-to-severe vernal keratoconjunctivitis with corneal staining.

  Recruiting Phase 3 The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06903884

• Assessing kidney function using electrical impedance tomography

  This study is testing a new portable device that uses electrical signals to create images of the kidneys, helping doctors better understand and monitor chronic kidney disease.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06898294

• Evaluating Mental Wellness Youth Hubs in Hong Kong

  This study is testing whether mental wellness youth hubs in Hong Kong can help improve the mental health and quality of life for young people aged 12 to 24 who aren't on medication or diagnosed with mental disorders.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06868303

• Ultrasound therapy for children with speech sound disorders

  This study is testing if using ultrasound to help kids with speech sound disorders, especially those with brain tumors or cleft palates, can improve their speech by showing them how to move their tongues correctly.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06831396

• Mindfulness program for people with Parkinson's and their caregivers

  This study tests whether a mindfulness program can help people with Parkinson's and their caregivers feel better emotionally and improve their relationship.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06821230

• Home-based strength program for older adults recovering from a hospital stay

  This tests a 20-week, strength-focused, personalized home exercise program for older adults at risk of losing function after a hospital stay.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06820021

• Adaptive care for Chinese cancer survivors with insomnia

  This study is testing whether a web-based therapy for insomnia or an online exercise program can help Chinese cancer survivors sleep better, and if those who still have trouble can benefit from more intensive face-to-face support.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06813235

• Assessing mental health disorders in Hong Kong using a new recall method

  This study is testing a new way to help people in Hong Kong remember important life events to see how many have experienced major depression and thoughts of suicide.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06804525

• Improving decision-making for older adults with advanced kidney disease

  This study is testing a new way to help older adults with advanced kidney disease make better decisions about their treatment by improving communication with their doctors.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06799936

• Program to promote lifestyle changes in people with metabolic syndrome

  This study tests a personalized program to help Chinese adults with metabolic syndrome make lifestyle changes and see if it improves their health over 12 weeks.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06793930

• Oral arsenic trioxide plus vitamin C with low-intensity therapy for TP53-mutated AML/MDS/CMML

  This trial will test whether taking oral arsenic trioxide with vitamin C plus a low-intensity drug (a hypomethylating agent, with or without venetoclax) helps adults with TP53-mutated AML, MDS, or CMML who are newly diagnosed or have relapsed/refractory disease.

  Recruiting Phase 2 The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06778187

• Using mobile health to prevent postpartum depression

  This study is testing a new mobile health program that combines counseling and support to see if it can help pregnant women at risk of postpartum depression feel better after giving birth.

  Recruiting at 2 sites The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Pokfulam and 1 other locations · NCT06777563

• Ropeginterferon alfa-2b added to ruxolitinib for people with myelofibrosis

  This will try adding ropeginterferon alfa-2b to ongoing ruxolitinib for adults with myelofibrosis who have had a suboptimal response to ruxolitinib alone.

  Recruiting Phase 2 The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06770842

• Acupuncture to reduce chemotherapy-related nerve pain after gynecologic cancer

  This pilot will try acupuncture to see if it reduces chemotherapy-caused nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy) in people treated for gynecological cancers with carboplatin and paclitaxel.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06769061

• Comparing timing of embryo transfer in women with recurrent implantation failure

  This study is testing if timing frozen embryo transfers based on a special test can help women with repeated implantation failures get pregnant more successfully than using the usual timing methods.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06762626

• Different doses of liposomal bupivacaine for adductor canal block after total knee replacement

  This will test whether different doses of liposomal bupivacaine given in the adductor canal block reduce pain and opioid use after elective total knee replacement in adults.

  Recruiting Phase 3 The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Hong Kong · NCT06740214

• Pelvic floor muscle training for men with urinary incontinence after prostate surgery

  This study is testing different ways of pelvic floor muscle training to see which one helps men recover from urinary incontinence after prostate surgery.

  Recruiting at 2 sites The University of Hong Kong · Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality and 1 other locations · NCT06740071

• Lingzhi (CP003) for chronic fatigue syndrome and post-COVID fatigue

  This trial tests whether the Lingzhi supplement CP003 can help people with chronic fatigue syndrome or fatigue after COVID-19 and whether it is safe to take.

  Recruiting Phase 2/3 The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06739720

• Holistic care intervention to improve independence and quality of life for older adults

  This study tests a new care program aimed at helping frail older adults in Hong Kong become more independent and improve their quality of life over 12 weeks.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06736782

• Levonorgestrel–piroxicam plus placebo vs ulipristal acetate plus placebo for emergency contraception

  This study tests whether a levonorgestrel plus piroxicam combo works better than ulipristal acetate as emergency contraception in women aged 18-45 seeking EC within 120 hours of unprotected sex.

  Recruiting Phase 3 The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06727734

• High-fidelity simulation training for nursing students in maternal and infant care

  This trial will test whether high-fidelity, scenario-based simulation with prebriefing and debriefing helps undergraduate nursing students learn breastfeeding and baby-care skills better than traditional training.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Hksar · NCT06722248

• Collecting data on outcomes of stem cell transplants

  This study is collecting information from adults who have had stem cell transplants to see what factors affect their recovery and outcomes.

  Recruiting at 2 sites The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong and 1 other locations · NCT06702111

• Using Dapagliflozin to Improve Heart and Lung Function in Patients with Repaired Tetralogy of Fallot

  This study is testing if the medication Dapagliflozin can help improve heart and lung function in adults who have had surgery for Tetralogy of Fallot.

  Recruiting Phase 4 The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06668389

• Collaborative stepped-care intervention for adults with mild to moderate depression

  This study is testing a new team-based therapy approach to see if it helps adults over 45 with mild to moderate depression feel better and access mental health support more easily.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, HONG KONG · NCT06658041

• Training to prevent cognitive decline in older adults

  This study is testing a new group training program to see if it can help older adults in the community keep their minds sharp and prevent cognitive decline.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06648707

• Acupuncture for Adolescents with Psychological Distress and Insomnia

  This trial tests whether Dense Cranial Electroacupuncture Stimulation plus Body Acupuncture helps teens with anxiety and sleep problems more than Minimal Acupuncture Stimulation.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Hong Kong · NCT06638450

• Digi-Coach oncology nurse AI to reduce distress during head and neck radiotherapy

  This project will test whether the Digi-Coach chatbot helps people with head and neck cancer feel less physical and emotional distress during radiotherapy.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Hong Kong and 1 other locations · NCT06636188

• AI tool to locate skin perforators for fibula free flap reconstruction

  This project will try an AI tool to automatically find the small skin blood vessels surgeons use when adults have fibula osteocutaneous free flap reconstruction.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06634472

• Online eCoaching to help family caregivers boost wellbeing and resilience

  This 6-week program will test whether an online self-help eCoaching course can reduce stress and depressive symptoms and increase confidence for family caregivers of older adults in Hong Kong.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06604481

• Empowerment-based sport stacking program for people with mild dementia and their caregivers

  This study is testing a sport stacking program to see if it can help people with mild dementia and their caregivers feel better and improve their quality of life.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Chongqing · NCT06597981

• Assessing testicular function and semen quality in young male cancer survivors

  This study is trying to see how well the testicles are working and the quality of semen in young men who survived cancer as kids or teens, compared to men their age who didn't have cancer.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06587477

• Exercise program for people with dementia and their caregivers

  This study tests a new exercise program for people with mild to early-moderate dementia and their family caregivers to see if it can improve their health and strengthen their relationship.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Hong Kong · NCT06584110

• PILOT TEST OF VITA CALM PRODUCTS FOR MOOD AND SLEEP

  A small, 12-week study will test if Vita Calm Mood Booster and Vita Calm Deep Sleep can improve mood and sleep compared with a placebo in adults with sleep and emotional disturbances.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Hong Kong · NCT06579183

• Cooking program for older adults with mild cognitive impairment and dementia

  This study is testing a 10-week cooking program to see if it helps older adults with mild cognitive impairment and dementia, along with their caregivers, feel better and improve their daily lives.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06572748

• Evaluating a program for managing chronic knee pain in the elderly

  This study is testing a new program that uses technology to help older adults manage their chronic knee pain better by teaching them self-care strategies.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06569836

• Developing surgical criteria for degenerative cervical myelopathy in Chinese patients

  This study is trying to find clear guidelines for when surgery is needed for older adults with degenerative cervical myelopathy to help them recover better.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06528730

• Mindfulness intervention led by social workers for older adults

  This study is testing if a mindfulness program led by social workers can help older adults with mild to moderate depression feel better, especially when they have peer supporters with them.

  Recruiting at 8 sites The University of Hong Kong · Eastern District and 12 other locations · NCT06528132

• Mindful parenting program for parents of adolescents with special educational needs.

  This will try an eight-week online mindful parenting program for Cantonese-speaking parents of adolescents with special educational needs to see if it improves parents' wellbeing and their adolescents' behavior.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06522243

• Using silver diamine fluoride before filling root cavities

  This study tests if using silver diamine fluoride before filling root cavities helps older adults have better results and experiences with their dental treatments.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06514885

• Evaluating biomarkers for the outcome of pulpotomy in molars with irreversible pulpitis

  This study is testing whether a full pulpotomy can work better than root canal treatment for molars with irreversible pulpitis by looking at inflammation markers and checking how well the treatments perform over time.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06514053

• Comparing AI-assisted endoscopy to traditional endoscopy for detecting gastric tumors

  This study is testing if using artificial intelligence during endoscopy can help doctors find stomach tumors better than traditional methods for people needing this type of examination.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06495645

• Comparing timing for resuming blood thinners after polyp removal

  This study is testing whether it's safe for people on blood thinners to start taking them again right after having polyps removed during a colonoscopy, compared to waiting two days.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06482333

• Using prednisolone to treat respiratory tract infections in hospitalized adults

  This study is testing if giving prednisolone to hospitalized adults with moderate to severe respiratory infections can help them recover better and avoid serious complications.

  Recruiting Phase 3 The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06472219

• Acupressure for dry mouth in head and neck cancer patients

  This study is testing if self-applied acupressure can help reduce dry mouth symptoms in people with head and neck cancer compared to just receiving oral health education.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Hong Kong · NCT06465628

• Supportive clinic for people living with advanced or metastatic cancer

  This feasibility study tests whether a community-based survivorship care program can help people with advanced cancer feel better and manage symptoms, in preparation for a future randomized trial.

  Recruiting at 4 sites The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong and 4 other locations · NCT06465511

• Comparing microwave and radiofrequency ablation for treating benign thyroid nodules

  This study is testing whether microwave or radiofrequency ablation is better for treating moderate-sized benign thyroid nodules without the need for surgery.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Hong Kong · NCT06426563

• A program to help lung cancer patients manage their symptoms and improve quality of life

  This study tests a mobile program that helps lung cancer patients manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life, while also looking at how it affects their family caregivers.

  Recruiting at 2 sites The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Ho ManTin and 2 other locations · NCT06377124

• Using Pressurized Aerosol Chemotherapy for Peritoneal Cancer

  This study is testing a new way to deliver chemotherapy directly into the abdomen to see if it helps people with advanced colorectal, gastric, or pancreatic cancers that can't be surgically removed.

  Recruiting Phase 2 The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06367270

• Using GLP-1 Receptor Agonist to Reduce Heart Injury After Non-cardiac Surgery

  This study is testing if a single dose of a diabetes medication can help reduce heart injury in patients having non-heart-related surgery.

  Recruiting at 2 sites Phase 4 The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR and 2 other locations · NCT06324461

• Evaluation of a pilot program for managing chronic diseases in Hong Kong

  This study is testing a new program to see if it can help people aged 45 and older in Hong Kong manage their high blood pressure and diabetes better.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06310148

• Surgery for recurrent ovarian cancer after chemotherapy

  This study tests if a specific type of surgery after chemotherapy can help women with recurrent ovarian cancer live longer and feel better.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06292286

• Evaluation of a pharmacist-led medication management service

  This study is testing whether a pharmacist-led service can help people with Type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure use their medications better and improve their overall health.

  Recruiting at 8 sites The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong and 7 other locations · NCT06273761

• Machine learning-based cardiovascular risk assessment for Chinese individuals

  This study is testing a new machine learning tool to see if it can better predict heart risks for people in Hong Kong who have a history of heart problems.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06262828

• Vericiguat for small-vessel (microvascular) heart disease causing stable chest pain

  This trial gives vericiguat to people aged 40–75 with chest pain from coronary microvascular dysfunction to see if it improves blood flow in the heart on stress CMR.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06239974

• Nurse-led advance care planning intervention in residential care homes

  This study is testing whether having trained nurses lead discussions about advance care planning can help older residents in care homes in Hong Kong talk more about their future healthcare wishes.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06238063

• Non-invasive radiofrequency treatment for dry eye disease

  This study is testing if a new non-invasive radiofrequency treatment combined with a special eye massage can help people with stubborn dry eye feel better compared to just the massage alone.

  Recruiting at 2 sites The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Hong Kong and 1 other locations · NCT06220474

• Program to manage fear of cancer recurrence in patients

  This study is testing a new program to help cancer patients manage their fear of cancer coming back by providing better support in clinics.

  Recruiting at 2 sites The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong and 1 other locations · NCT06181344

• Managing fear of cancer recurrence in survivors through a stepped-care intervention

  This study is testing a new way to help cancer survivors manage their fear of cancer coming back by trying different support methods based on how they respond.

  Recruiting The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06181331

• Using SGLT2 inhibitors to treat lupus nephritis in patients with chronic kidney disease

  This study is testing if the medication dapagliflozin can improve kidney function in people with lupus nephritis and chronic kidney disease who are already receiving standard treatment.

  Recruiting Phase 2 The University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong · NCT06155604

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How many clinical trials run by The University of Hong Kong are recruiting right now?

192, as of November 12, 2026. 1 of them was 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 3 countries. The most sites are in Hong Kong (175 trials), China (20 trials), Germany (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.

What phases are they in?

Phase 3: 9, Phase 2: 9, Phase 4: 4, Early Phase 1: 1. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.

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