Clinical trials: sponsored by University of Alberta
Ulcerative Colitis
Oligofructose-enriched Inulin for the Treatment of Mild to Moderate Active Ulcerative Colitis
Based on the efficacy of inulin and oligofructose in treating experimental colitis and emerging evidence suggesting probiotics are efficacious in maintaining and inducing remission in human ulcerative colitis (UC), the…
- Trial name
- NCT02093767
- Testing
- Synergy1
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 24 people
- Sponsor
- University of Alberta
Physical Activity
Feasibility of a Walking Program for Cancer Survivors Receiving Radiation Therapy
This pilot study will assess whether a supported pedometer-based walking program is helpful in maintaining physical activity for breast and head-and-neck cancer patients who are undergoing radiation therapy.
- Trial name
- PEDWAY (NCT01886703)
- Testing
- Pedometer Walking Program
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 21 people
- Sponsor
- University of Alberta
Spinal Cord Injury
Precision Versus Endurance Training to Improve Walking After Chronic Incomplete SCI
The objective of the study was to determine the efficacy of two forms of physical therapy training, one emphasizing precise, visually guided walking over obstacles and on targets (Precision Training), the other emphasizing mass…
- Trial name
- NCT01765153
- Testing
- Endurance, Precision
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 21 people
- Sponsor
- University of Alberta
Cardiovascular Diseases, Testicular Neoplasms
High-Intensity Aerobic Interval Training in Testicular Cancer Survivors
This study evaluates the impact of a supervised 12-week high-intensity aerobic interval exercise program (versus a self-directed exercise usual care group) on traditional and novel cardiovascular disease risk factors and…
- Trial name
- HIITTS (NCT02459132)
- Testing
- High-intensity aerobic interval exercise
- Volunteers
- 63 people
- Sponsor
- University of Alberta
Pediatric Obesity
The Resource Information Program for Parents on Lifestyle and Education
Childhood obesity is an urgent public health issue. Roughly one-quarter of Canadian children are overweight, putting them at risk for chronic diseases.
- Trial name
- RIPPLE (NCT02330588)
- Testing
- Eat It, Move It, eHealth Control
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 226 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Alberta
Morbid Obesity
An Analysis of Lipid and Glucose Metabolism Following Bariatric Surgery
Bariatric surgery induce remarkable weight loss and improvement or resolution of type 2 diabetes. Obesity is the primary risk factor for type 2 diabetes, and 90% of all type 2 diabetics are obese.
- Trial name
- NCT02067585
- Testing
- Standardized Lipid meals
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 48 people
- Sponsor
- University of Alberta
Leukemia, Myeloid, Acute, Leukemia, Monocytic, Acute
A Study of Volasertib Plus Induction Chemotherapy for Acute Myeloid Leukemia
This is a Phase I clinical trial to determine the maximum tolerated dose (MTD) of the polo-like kinase-1 inhibitor volasertib which can be safely combined with idarubicin plus cytarabine induction chemotherapy for previously…
- Conditions
- Leukemia, Myeloid, Acute, Leukemia, Monocytic, Acute, Leukemia, Myelomonocytic, Acute, Leukemia, Erythroblastic, Acute
- Trial name
- VIAC (NCT02527174)
- Testing
- Volasertib, Idarubicin, Cytarabine
- Where
- 2 sites in Canada
- Sponsor
- University of Alberta
Obesity
Self-Management and Educational Support in Extremely Obese Patients Awaiting Bariatric Care
Extreme obesity is present in 9% of the Canadian population. Extremely obese people have a high chance of developing health problems and dying early.
- Trial name
- EVOLUTION (NCT01860131)
- Testing
- Weight Wise Community Modules
- Where
- 2 sites in Canada
- Volunteers
- 651 people
- Sponsor
- University of Alberta
Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia
Assessment of Lung Aeration at Birth
To determine if respiratory support at birth guided by RFM decreases BPD.
- Trial name
- NCT01739114
- Testing
- "IPPV group", SI group
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 186 people
- Sponsor
- University of Alberta
Newborn Infant
Confirmation of Correct Tracheal Tube Placement in Newborn Infants - a Randomized Control Trial
Most premature babies have difficulty breathing at birth and need help (resuscitation). The treatment for this is to gently inflate their lungs with a resuscitation device and a facemask.
- Trial name
- NCT01870622
- Testing
- Flow waves, ECO2
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 100 people
- Sponsor
- University of Alberta
Apnea, Bradycardia
MRSOPA-Drills to Improve Mask Ventilation in the Delivery Room
Establishing breathing after birth is vital for survival and long-term health of premature babies. 10% of all preterm babies fail to breathe after birth and require help with breathing.
- Trial name
- MRSOPA (NCT02375230)
- Testing
- Control group, MR SOPA
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 56 people
- Sponsor
- University of Alberta
Morbid Obesity
Evaluation of the Safety and Effectiveness of Stomaphyx for Transoral Incisionless Reduction of the Enlarged Gastric Pouch and Stoma
Executive Summary Aims and Hypotheses of the Study: The aim of the study will be to evaluate the safety, effectiveness and early outcome of the StomaphyX procedure for reducing the enlarged gastric pouch and stoma in…
- Trial name
- NCT01025076
- Testing
- StomaphyX
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 14 people
- Sponsor
- University of Alberta
Nosocomial Infection
Glutamine to Improve Outcomes in Cardiac Surgery
Patients undergoing heart surgery with a heart-lung machine (termed cardiopulmonary bypass) are at an increased risk of having abnormal "inflammation" in their body after surgery.
- Trial name
- GLADIATOR (NCT01704430)
- Testing
- Glutamine, Maltodextrin
- Where
- 2 sites in Canada
- Volunteers
- 60 people
- Sponsor
- University of Alberta
Liver Failure, Acute Kidney Disease
Intraoperative Dialysis in Liver Transplantation
Patient with liver failure waiting for liver transplantation are often hospitalized and commonly supported in an intensive care unit prior to surgery.
- Conditions
- Liver Failure, Acute Kidney Disease, Multi-organ Failure
- Trial name
- INCEPTION (NCT01575015)
- Testing
- Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), Standard intraoperative support
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 32 people
- Sponsor
- University of Alberta
Type 2 Diabetes
The Alberta Diet: Effectiveness Study
The study hypothesis is that individuals with type 2 diabetes (T2D), who adhere to the PANDA intervention, will have improved compliance with the nutritional therapy recommendations of the Canadian Diabetes Association.
- Trial name
- NCT01625507
- Testing
- PANDA intervention
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 73 people
- Sponsor
- University of Alberta
Mobility Limitation
Mobility of Vulnerable Elders (MOVE): Translating Knowledge to Health Care Aides in Long-term Care Facilities
Almost 90 percent of residents living in long-term care facilities have some type of mobility limitation, which worsens quickly once they move into a long-term care facility.
- Trial name
- MOVE (NCT01474616)
- Testing
- Sit-to-Stand Activity
- Where
- 4 sites in Canada
- Volunteers
- 113 people
- Sponsor
- University of Alberta
Gastric Antral Vascular Ectasia
Endoscopic Band Ligation Versus Argon Plasma Coagulation for the Treatment of Gastric Antral Vascular Ectasia: a Randomized Clinical Trial
The investigators goal is to compare the standard argon plasma coagulation (APC) treatment with endoscopic band ligation (EBL) in patients with Gastric Antral Vascular Ectasia.
- Trial name
- NCT01601639
- Testing
- Endoscopic Band Ligation, Argon plasma Coagulation (APC) for GAVE
- Where
- 2 sites in Canada
- Volunteers
- 30 people
- Sponsor
- University of Alberta
Spinal Cord Injury, Quadriplegia
In-home Telerehabilitation for Quadriplegic Hand Function
1. To evaluate improvements in hand function in stable, cervical spinal cord injured (SCI) subjects treated with functional electrical stimulation (FES)-assisted exercise; 2.
- Conditions
- Spinal Cord Injury, Quadriplegia, Tetraplegia
- Trial name
- SCI-IHT (NCT00656149)
- Testing
- Telerehabilitation of hand function, Conventional exercise therapy
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 13 people
- Sponsor
- University of Alberta
Scoliosis; Adolescence
Ultrasound-Assisted Brace Casting for AIS
Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS) is a three-dimensional deformity of the spine associated with vertebral rotation. Brace treatment is the most commonly used non-surgical treatment.
- Trial name
- NCT02996643
- Testing
- Ultrasound Assisted Group
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 34 people
- Sponsor
- University of Alberta
Crohn's Disease
Fecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT) in the Management of Active Crohn's Disease
Manipulation of the intestinal microbiota through FMT is a potential therapeutic target for CD patients. Studies are now required to determine if repeated FMT can overcome the apparent immune response to FMT thereby maintaining…
- Trial name
- NCT02199561
- Testing
- Fecal Microbiota Transplant
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 3 people
- Sponsor
- University of Alberta