Clinical trials: sponsored by University of Calgary
Pathological Gambling
Minimal and Brief Treatments for Pathological Gamblers
The purpose of the study is to examine whether problem gamblers who receive therapy calls in addition to a self-help manual will be more likely to quit or cut back on their gambling when compared with problem gamblers who receive…
- Trial name
- NCT00203645
- Testing
- Self-help treatment
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 312 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Achilles Tendinopathy, Achilles Tendon Enthesopathy
Treatment for Achilles Tendinopathy
The purpose of this study is to determine whether sclerotherapy using a 25% dextrose and 1% lidocaine solution is an efficacious treatment for patients with chronic Achilles tendinopathy who have failed a home based, heavy load…
- Conditions
- Achilles Tendinopathy, Achilles Tendon Enthesopathy, Mid-Portion Achilles Tendinopathy, Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy
- Trial name
- NCT00835939
- Testing
- 25% Dextrose and 1% Lidocaine, Lidocaine, sclerotherapy
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 17 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Bradycardia, Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial Pacing for Termination and Prevention of Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common sustained arrhythmia and is associated with substantial morbidity and mortality. Present treatment strategies are aimed at termination of AF and prevention of AF recurrence using…
- Trial name
- NCT00123344
- Testing
- AT501 pacemaker
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 120 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Atherosclerosis
High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) Modulation and Endothelial Function
It is well known that lowering low-density lipoprotein (LDL) (bad cholesterol) is beneficial for decreasing heart attacks and death. More recently, focus has been on trying to raise HDL (good) cholesterol.
- Trial name
- NCT00150722
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 75 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Diabetes Mellitus
Glitazones and Endothelial Function (GATE)
The purpose of the study is to determine if the addition of rosiglitazone to subjects with fair glucose control on other oral agents improves endothelial function, a surrogate marker of vascular health.
- Trial name
- NCT00203632
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Sarcoidosis, Mediastinal Diseases
Endobronchial Ultrasonography in the Diagnosis of Sarcoidosis
Sarcoidosis is a benign, inflammatory condition which will typically involve the lungs and lymph glands in the chest. Diagnosis is often confirmed with bronchoscopic biopsy.
- Trial name
- NCT00373555
- Testing
- Bronchoscopy
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 50 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Prostate Cancer
A Randomized Trial of External Beam Radiotherapy Versus Cryoablation in Patients With Localized Prostate Cancer
A trial to determine if cryoablation is as effective as radiation in the treatment of men with localized prostate cancer.
- Trial name
- NCT00489060
- Testing
- Cryoablation and External Beam Radiation
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 244 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, Hypoglycemia
Skittles(TM) Effective for Treating Hypoglycemia in Children With Type 1 Diabetes
The purpose of this study is to determine the most effective treatment option for managing naturally occurring hypoglycemia in children with type 1 diabetes. Hypotheses: 1.
- Trial name
- NCT00706693
- Testing
- Ingestion of BD glucose tablets (TM), Ingestion of Skittles (TM), Ingestion of Fruit to Go (TM)
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 33 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Coblation-Tonsillotomy vs Electrocautery-Tonsillectomy for the Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) in Children
Removal of the adenoid and tonsils, known as an adenotonsillectomy (AT) is one of the most frequently performed surgical procedures in North America.
- Trial name
- NCT00694772
- Testing
- Electrocautery-tonsillectomy, Coblation-tonsillotomy
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 100 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Obesity
Prebiotic Fiber as a Modifier of Satiety Hormones and Body Weight in Overweight and Obese Adults
The purpose of this study is to determine if oligofructose supplementation promotes weight loss in overweight and obese adults.
- Trial name
- NCT00522353
- Testing
- Oligofructose
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 48 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Transient Ischemic Attack, Stroke
Fast Assessment of Stroke and Transient Ischemic Attack to Prevent Early Recurrence (FASTER)
Current management of patients with TIA (transient ischemic attack) or minor stroke includes the prompt investigation and treatment in the days and weeks after the event.
- Trial name
- NCT00109382
- Testing
- Aspirin, Clopidogrel, Simvastatin
- Where
- 18 sites in United States, Canada
- Volunteers
- 500 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Cardiovascular Diseases, Hypertension
ICA-CHAMP: Indo-Central Asian Cardiovascular Health Assessment and Management Program
Research has shown that the presence of heart disease and stroke is higher in the Indo-Asian population compared to other ethno-cultural groups.
- Conditions
- Cardiovascular Diseases, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia
- Trial name
- ICA-CHAMP (NCT00627159)
- Testing
- High risk assessment, Low to moderate risk
- Where
- 2 sites in Canada
- Volunteers
- 375 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Hypertension, Hypotension
Trial Assessing the Effect of Preoperative Furosemide on Intraoperative Blood Pressure
The purpose of this study is to determine whether continuing or discontinuing furosemide (a diuretic) on the day of elective noncardiac surgery for those who take furosemide on a chronic basis, causes more intraoperative…
- Conditions
- Hypertension, Hypotension, Edema, Congestive Heart Failure
- Trial name
- NCT00115726
- Testing
- furosemide
- Where
- 3 sites in United States, Canada
- Volunteers
- 198 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Rotator Cuff Tear
A Randomized Clinical Trial Comparing Open to Mini-Open Rotator Cuff Repair for Full-Thickness Rotator Cuff Tears.
This study compares standard open rotator cuff repair versus arthroscopic mini-open rotator cuff repair by measuring the disease-specific quality of life at 2 years in patients with full thickness rotator cuff tears.
- Trial name
- NCT00251147
- Testing
- Open acromioplasty with rotator cuff repair, Arthroscopic acromioplasty with mini-open repair
- Where
- 4 sites in Canada
- Volunteers
- 73 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Cardiac Surgery, Brain Injury
The Erythropoietin NeuroProtective Effect: Assessment in CABG Surgery (TENPEAKS)
Context: Neurocognitive dysfunction complicates coronary artery bypass graft surgery. Neurocognitive dysfunction is a measurable problem with thinking. Erythropoietin may be a neuroprotectant.
- Trial name
- NCT00336466
- Testing
- Human recombinant erythropoietin
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 32 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Prematurity, Oxidative Injury
Comparison of Different Oxygen Delivery Strategies During Resuscitation of Babies
Preterm infants are born with immature lungs and often require help with breathing shortly after birth. This currently involves administering 100% oxygen.
- Conditions
- Prematurity, Oxidative Injury, Respiratory Distress
- Trial name
- NCT00356902
- Testing
- titration of oxygen during resuscitation
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 215 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Syncope
Exercise and Prevention of Syncope: EXPOSE
The purpose of this study is to determine whether eight weeks of exercise performed at an intensity of approximately 65% VO2max will improve symptoms associated with fainting (vasovagal syncope).
- Trial name
- NCT00203593
- Testing
- Exercise, Blood volume, VO2max test
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 20 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Thrombosis, Thromboembolism
Trial of the Effect of Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin (LMWH) Versus Warfarin on Mortality in the Long-Term Treatment of Proximal Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) (Main LITE Study)
The purpose of this study is to assess the long-term treatment of patients with proximal venous thrombosis through the administration of subcutaneous low-molecular-weight heparin (tinzaparin sodium) versus the standard care use…
- Conditions
- Thrombosis, Thromboembolism, Venous Thrombosis
- Trial name
- NCT00203580
- Testing
- Tinzaparin sodium
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 910 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Thrombosis, Thromboembolism
Assessment of Long-Term Out-of-Hospital Treatment of Patients With Proximal Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Using Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin (LMWH) Versus LMWH Followed by Warfarin
The purpose of this study is to assess the long-term out-of-hospital treatment of patients with proximal venous thrombosis through the administration of subcutaneous low-molecular-weight heparin (tinzaparin sodium) versus…
- Conditions
- Thrombosis, Thromboembolism, Venous Thrombosis
- Trial name
- NCT00203658
- Testing
- Tinzaparin sodium
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 400 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Prematurity, Oxidative Pulmonary Injury
The Effect of Oxygen Exposure During Newborn Resuscitation on Lung Injury
Hypothesis: In this feasibility study, hyperoxemia, as approximated by transcutaneous hemoglobin saturation with oxygen (Sp02), at the time of birth will cause sustained pulmonary oxidative stress as demonstrated by elevation of…
- Trial name
- NCT00355875
- Testing
- titration of oxygen during resuscitation
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 30 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary