Clinical trials
Retention clinical trials
Below are recruiting retention clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 95 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05269277Enrolling by invitation
Study ways to help nurses stay working during COVID-19
This study looks at what hospital teams can do to help nurses stay in their jobs during the ongoing COVID-19 period. It will gather information from nurses and adult hospital staff to better understand what helps and what makes work harder.
Loveland, ColoradoAges Any age - NCT04597372RecruitingPhase 2
Tamsulosin for bladder urine retention after pelvic surgery
This trial studies whether tamsulosin can help drain the bladder when urine builds up after pelvic reconstructive surgery. It may help reduce the time and problems caused by “post-operative urinary retention.”
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07435259Recruiting
Treating jaw bone problems around dental implants: keep or remove?
This study compares two ways to treat a jaw bone problem caused by medications (called MRONJ) when it happens around a dental implant. One option is to keep the implant and treat the bone, the other is to remove the implant. The goal is to see which approach leads to better healing.
Seoul, SeoulAges 20 years+ - NCT07603011Recruiting
Catheter timing after prostate laser surgery for urinary problems
This study looks at how long patients should keep a urinary catheter (a tube that drains urine) after having laser surgery to remove prostate tissue. Researchers want to understand what timing works best for patients who couldn't urinate before surgery.
Eskişehir, EskişehirAges 18 years+ - NCT07496164Recruiting
Testing three new denture adhesives against no adhesive
This study tests whether three new denture adhesives help people who have a full upper denture (false teeth on the top) and some natural or false teeth on the bottom. You will try each adhesive and also a period with no adhesive to see how well your denture stays in place.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18 years+ - NCT07425925Recruiting
Peer support to reduce HIV stigma in teens
This trial tests a digital peer-support program to help adolescents living with HIV in Ethiopia feel less stigma. It uses group chats with trained peers to share experiences and support.
Arba Minch, South EthiopiaAges 14–22 - NCT07383974Recruiting
12-week study: how diet affects skin and health
This trial tests whether eating more fruits and vegetables for 12 weeks can improve your skin and how you feel physically. It uses a special light scanner to measure skin health.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07372547Recruiting
Does Shower Standing Help Women Empty Bladder After Catheter Removal?
This trial compares standing in the shower versus sitting on a toilet to see which position helps women empty their bladder more completely after a urinary catheter is removed following vaginal surgery.
AshdodAges 18–99 - NCT07346586Recruiting
Tamsulosin to remove catheter earlier after rectal cancer surgery
This study tests whether the drug tamsulosin (used for prostate issues) can help patients pass urine more easily after rectal cancer surgery, allowing the urinary catheter to be removed sooner. It aims to reduce discomfort and shorten recovery time.
Harbin, HeilongjiangAges Any age - NCT07330089Recruiting
Sealant study: pit and fissure sealing for kids
This trial will see if dental sealants work better on healthy teeth versus those with early signs of decay. If you have a child between 7 and 18 with fully grown back molars that have no fillings, they may be able to join.
Islamabad, FederalAges 7–18 - NCT07541417Recruiting
Peer Support for Starting Medication Treatment for Opioid Use
This study tests whether peer coaches—people with lived experience of opioid addiction—can help newly enrolled patients stay engaged with medication-based treatment through a mobile app. The goal is to improve treatment success by combining peer support with digital health tools.
Greenville, South CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07280455Recruiting
Comparing gold vs. steel retainers after braces
This study compares two types of fixed retainers (gold vs. stainless steel) to see which works better after braces are removed. It's for people aged 15–30 who have completed orthodontic treatment and have a well-aligned lower front teeth.
Baghdad, Baghdad GovernorateAges 15–30 - NCT06905301Recruiting
Study on breast cancer medication with a mobile app
This study compares how well breast cancer patients take their medication (ribociclib) with or without using a mobile app. It aims to see if the app helps patients stick to their treatment plan.
Pskov, RussiaAges 18–90 - NCT07214311RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Preventing repeat knee infection after joint-saving surgery
This trial tests a new medicine called PLG0206 to help prevent a knee infection from coming back after a procedure to clean the joint while keeping the artificial knee in place. If you qualify, you'll receive the study medicine or a placebo along with standard antibiotics.
Sarasota, FloridaAges 18–85 - NCT07218211RecruitingPhase 4
Injectable PrEP study for Latine transgender women and gay men
This study offers a long-acting injectable form of PrEP (lenacapavir) to prevent HIV in Latine transgender women and gay men in the South. It aims to make HIV prevention easier by providing a shot instead of a daily pill.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07197801Recruiting
Peer support program for opioid use disorder treatment
This study tests if a peer recovery support program helps people stay in treatment for opioid use disorder. Participants who recently started medication for opioid use disorder may get extra support from a peer who has been through recovery themselves.
Danville, PennsylvaniaAges 18–89 - NCT06491017Recruiting
Better airway clearance for ventilated patients
This trial tests if a special machine (mechanical insufflation-exsufflation) can help remove thick mucus from the lungs of patients who are on a breathing tube and ventilator. The goal is to see if optimized settings clear more mucus than standard care.
BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07107438Recruiting
Digital classroom tool for nursing students
This trial tests whether a digital interactive classroom helps nursing students remember what they learn and stay engaged during an emergency nursing course.
DamanhūrAges Up to 30 years - NCT07104214Recruiting
Predicting stomach retention risk before sedated endoscopy
This study is building a tool to predict if a patient's stomach will empty normally before a sedated upper endoscopy (gastroscopy). It tests risk factors that help doctors plan safer procedures.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT06462807Recruiting
Improving HIV care in Philadelphia clinics
This study looks at how to improve HIV care and viral suppression by making the clinic environment better for both patients and staff. It may help you stay in care and keep your viral load undetectable.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06999811Recruiting
Technology vs. medication monitoring for buprenorphine in pregnancy
This study compares two approaches to help pregnant people stay on buprenorphine (a medication for opioid use disorder): one uses technology to support therapy, and the other uses standard medication monitoring. It aims to see which method works better for keeping you in treatment during pregnancy.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18–45 - NCT06944743Recruiting
Prostate surgery for men with underactive bladder and blockage
This study tests a prostate surgery (TURP) in men with two bladder problems: a blockage leaving the bladder and a bladder that doesn't contract well. The goal is to see if the surgery can help improve bladder emptying.
SohagAges 40–70 - NCT06941974Recruiting
Supporting First-Time Moms With a Pregnancy Navigator
This study tests whether having a personal navigator (a guide who helps you get the care and resources you need) can make pregnancy healthier for first-time moms with low income. If you join, you'll get extra support from a navigator throughout your pregnancy.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 16–50 - NCT05901493Recruiting
Memory learning task study for adults with language difficulty
This study checks how well adults remember and use newly learned language information over time. It compares people with developmental language disorder to people without it to understand what may affect long-term learning.
Newark, DelawareAges 18–55
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for retention?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 95 recruiting retention studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a retention trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a retention trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.