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This clinical trial evaluates whether having a trained peer navigator helps African American men with prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body (metastatic) understand and navigate the genetic testing process better than not having a peer navigator. Genetic testi…

Ovarian cancer (OC) is one of the most lethal cancers in the world due to late-stage disease at diagnosis. Standard therapy consists of debulking surgery and chemotherapy. However, despite this aggressive treatment, recurrent disease almost invariably occurs resulting in a five-y…

Objective We investigated the value of stress cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) imaging with vasodilators for predicting long-term all-cause mortality in patients with known or suspected ischemic heart disease, using data from a large 15-year registry. Materials and Methods A tot…

This project is a single center, prospective randomized controlled trial (N=198) primarily evaluating the efficacy of the Survivorship Sleep Program vs. Enhanced Usual Care on insomnia severity among cancer survivors. The investigators will also examine secondary outcomes associa…

This study evaluates the safety and effectiveness of an innovative care assessment tool for early feeding and mobilization following thoracic surgery, based on the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocol. The aim is to improve postoperative recovery by helping healthcare …

This study investigates whether adding Baduanjin exercise, a gentle and easy-to-learn traditional Chinese mind-body practice, can contribute to rehabilitation in individuals with Parkinson's disease. Parkinson's disease commonly leads to impairments in balance, walking, and overa…

Hemodialysis is a life-sustaining therapy for individuals with chronic kidney disease; however, it is often accompanied by adverse effects such as fatigue and poor sleep quality. Fatigue is one of the most frequently reported symptoms among hemodialysis patients and can significa…

The goal of this observational study is to test whether the discontinuation of antidepressant medications for patients with depression can be decided after the normalization of biological parameters. The main questions it aims are: 1. When patients with depression treated with a…

Essential Tremor (ET) is prevalent, affecting approximately 3% of the adult population. Involuntary shaking of the hands during action is a prominent feature, interfering with feeding and writing and other manual tasks. The involuntary movement is visible to observers, some of wh…

This research was designed as a randomized controlled experimental study to determine the effects of laughter yoga and emotional freedom techniques(EFT) on anxiety in pregnant women.

Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a major health concern amongst Veterans as it causes functional impairments and decreased quality of life. Current AUD treatments show limited effectiveness in reducing withdrawal-related psychological and physical distress, which drives the urge to …

This study aimed to compare the clinical effectiveness of different intra-articular adjunctive therapies used with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) arthrocentesis in patients with temporomandibular joint disorders. TMJ arthrocentesis is a minimally invasive procedure commonly used t…

The purpose of this study was to compare the effect of extracorporeal shock wave therapy and pulsed electromagnetic field in reducing pain, improving function, and increasing ROM in knee osteoarthritis patients.

This prospective clinical study aims to evaluate the clinical performance of digitally assisted immediate implant placement and immediate loading in geriatric patients. The study will assess biological outcomes, including implant survival and marginal bone level changes, as well …

Obesity, severe overweight, is a growing problem worldwide and increases the risk of heart failure, especially a type called heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF). In HFpEF, the heart becomes stiffer. This makes it harder for the heart to fill with blood, which …

The aim of the study is to evaluate in diabetic patients affected by diabetic retinopathy epivascular glia regression and macular pigment restoration after faricimab injection in diabetic retinopathy in a 1 year follow up

Dual therapy for Helicobacter pylori refers to a treatment regimen that combines two agents: a potent acid suppressor (such as a proton pump inhibitor \[PPI\] or a potassium-competitive acid blocker \[PCAB\]) and the antibiotic amoxicillin. This approach is increasingly recognize…

Breast cancer stands as the foremost cause of cancer-related deaths among women worldwide, with the highest incidence of any cancer type. The choice of therapeutic interventions hinges upon factors like cancer stage, cell subtype, and tumor size. Consequently, individuals with mo…

This is a prospective, single-center, observational diagnostic accuracy study designed to evaluate whether three-dimensional electronic pulse diagnosis can support traditional Chinese medicine syndrome identification in patients with sleep disorders. Participants underwent standa…

Acute ischaemic strokes occur despite the use of direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs). Evidence-based scale is necessary to assess ischemic stroke risk in atrial fibrillation (AF) patients.