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Aims of the Research: 1. Isolation and identification of Providencia spp. from UTIs. 2. Genotypic confirmation of Providencia isolates. 3. Determination of antimicrobial sensitivity patterns of isolated Providencia spp. 4. Characterization of some virulence factors of Providenci…

The goal of this study is to test if a new type of MRI scanner, called Field-Cycling Imaging (FCI), can tell the difference between tumour growth (progression) and 'pseudo-progression' (which looks like tumour but is not cancerous tissue) in patients with glioblastoma. The main q…

The goal of this observational study is to learn whether functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) can measure brain activity in healthy adults and in people with disorders of consciousness (DoC) in the neuro-intensive care unit (Neuro-ICU). DoC include conditions such as com…

The goal of this procedure-based interventional study without drugs or devices is to investigate the molecular mechanisms underlying metabolically unfavorable obesity and related clinical phenotypes, in order to identify non-invasive biomarkers capable of early prediction of meta…

Epistaxis, commonly known as nosebleed, is a frequent otorhinolaryngological complaint, affecting a large proportion of the population. Approximately 60% of individuals experience at least one episode during their lifetime, while around 6% require medical intervention'. The major…

The purpose of this randomized control trial is to compare how food cravings, food selection, and food consumption change in response to frequent food advertisements compared to non-food advertisements in adults taking GLP-1 (weight loss) medications. The primary question we aim …

Gingival recession is a common condition in which the gum tissue recedes, exposing the root surface of the tooth. This can lead to tooth sensitivity, higher risk of root decay, and aesthetic concerns. A commonly used surgical treatment is the coronally advanced flap combined with…

The main purpose of the study is to learn how the lung cancer medicines work. The study also looks into treatment sequence of these medicines. This study is performed outside of clinical studies in a database in the United States in patients with metastatic or advanced non-small …

This study aims to compare clinical scoring systems, laboratory biomarkers, and computed tomography (CT) findings in patients diagnosed with acute pulmonary embolism in different hospital departments. The study will include patients diagnosed with acute pulmonary embolism at Soh…

Intellectual Disability (ID) is characterized by limitations in cognitive functioning and adaptive behavior, often leading to a sedentary lifestyle and lower quality of life. The main objective of this study is to compare the efficacy of two different 8-week training programs on …

Achilles tendinopathy is a common condition that causes pain and stiffness in the tendon at the back of the ankle. It can make walking, exercise, work, and everyday activities difficult. The main recommended treatment is a programme of progressive tendon-loading exercises, usuall…

The core region is a part of the body composed of axes surrounding the torso and plays a crucial role in maintaining stability. Therefore, it is considered important for maintaining athletic performance in athletes. This study aims to investigate the effects of core strength trai…

The ALTER-EGO study is a monocentric, observational clinical investigation designed to evaluate the safety, usability, and feasibility of the humanoid robotic platform Alter-Ego as an assistive device in hospital and simulated home-care settings. The system is intended to support…

Immersive virtual reality (VR) has emerged as a promising tool to support therapeutic exercise by increasing patient motivation, promoting movement through gamification, and potentially reducing pain perception during movement. However, evidence regarding its use in shoulder tend…

The goal of this clinical trial (randomized controlled trial) is to examine the effectiveness of a holistic lifestyle mHealth intervention in reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus. The study focuses on young adults aged 20-35 years, recruited from public and private univ…

This prospective observational study aims to evaluate the prognostic value of cortisol levels and their dynamic changes in critically ill patients with sepsis and septic shock admitted to the intensive care unit. Cortisol plays a crucial role in maintaining hemodynamic stability …

This randomized controlled study aims to evaluate the effect of motivational interviewing on menopause myths and posttraumatic growth in postmenopausal women. Participants will be randomly assigned to an intervention group receiving four weekly motivational interviewing sessions …

The goal of this qualitative study is to develop a therapy protocol for fathers of children with special needs in Hong Kong. The therapy is called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which helps people cope with difficult emotions by building psychological flexibility - the …

The goal of this observational study is to learn how the immune system responds to myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPN) in adults with known or suspected MPN. Researchers also want to identify immune cells that could help develop future immune-based treatments for MPN. The main qu…

Phyllodes tumor (PT) is a rare type of breast tumor made up of both connective tissue (stroma) and gland tissue (epithelium). It accounts for less than 1% of all breast tumors. The main symptom is a fast-growing, painless lump. Based on its appearance under a microscope, the Wor…