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Through the HOPE study, the intention would be to determine whether exhaled breath volatile organic compound (VOC) profiles in Primary care differ from Secondary care. The intention would also be to assess intra-subject variability of participants. This would allow us to determin…

Ten patients with short intestines in clinical practice were intervened with dietary fiber. Serum and feces before and after the dietary fiber intervention were collected, and relevant indicators of nutrition and intestinal barrier were collected to observe the improvement of die…

This is a research study to evaluate the effectiveness of 3 different types of routine pain management regimens used during clinically indicated, minimally invasive oncologic (cancer) surgery. This project is considered "Research" and participation is voluntary. Upon enrollment i…

The purpose of this study is to establish an electrocardiogram (ECG) data library to facilitate future studies on heart disease. Additionally, the study will be used to monitor changes in the patient's standard of care throughout the study period and gather patient perspectives o…

The HOT (HCV One-step Test) Study is an observational prospective study to evaluate the use of a recently FDA-approved point-of-care RNA test for hepatitis C virus (HCV) in a sample of clients of a syringe services program (SSP). The investigators aim to answer the following ques…

Patients undergoing major spinal surgery usually experience moderate to-severe postoperative pain. Inadequate pain control may lead to severe complications. Local infiltration analgesia (LIA) with a local anesthetic, is a simple, minimally invasive, and effective postoperative p…

Annexin A2 (ANXA2), an endothelial cell receptor for plasminogen and tissue plasminogen activator, plays a pivotal role in regulation of fibrinolysis in vitro and in vivo and has been identified as a new autoantigen in antiphospholipid syndrome (APS). ANXA2 can exist as a monomer…

The main goal of COCAP is to compare COHb (carboxyhemoglobin) levels measured from venous or arterial samples with those measured from capillary samples in patients suspected of Carbon Monoxide intoxication.Patient participation in the study will be limited to capillary sampling …

The aim of this observational study is to gain knowledge on the microbial and immunological factors behind implant-related infections in patients with skeletal sarcoma. The main research question the project aims to answer is: • Are immunological factors more important than mic…

The aim of this randomized controlled trial is to test the null hypothesis that parent education using an intraoral camera has no effect on children's oral hygiene levels, parental oral health literacy, or plaque accumulation on first permanent molars compared with standard verba…

The use of Heat and Moisture Exchangers (HMEs) and their positive impact on pulmonary health have been extensively studied in patients with head and neck cancer but have not been systematically explored in other patient populations breathing through a neck stoma. The objective o…

Fasting in intensive care is mainly studied in mechanically ventilated patients or those in the weaning phase. Recent research challenge the common assumption of fasting and suggests that continuing enteral nutrition before extubation may be beneficial. Fasting is also practiced …

The goal of this study is to explore a new intervention that supports physical activity within the first 6 weeks after stroke. All participants will complete assessments at weeks 0 and 7. During weeks 1 through 6, participants will use a Fitbit Inspire to track their step counts …

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), incorporating exposure/response prevention (ERP) and cognitive therapy, is considered the gold-standard first-line treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Because CBT is a psychological treatment that aims to change patterns of thin…

The purpose of this study is to learn whether the Paso weight loss program is feasible for Mexican and Central American patients with fatty liver disease. In addition, the investigators will also look at whether the program improves weight loss, fatty liver disease, physical acti…

This longitudinal study is designed to test bidirectional relationships between preteen girls' mental health and social media experiences. We will explore how pubertal development and experiences of rejection influence these relationships.

This randomized controlled trial evaluates the clinical efficacy of ultrasound-guided intra-articular hyaluronic acid injection combined with rehabilitation in patients with adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder). Participants were randomly assigned to either an injection plus re…

Digital technology is playing an increasingly important role in dentistry, because of its ability to support the practitioner and increase work efficiency. Among digital tools, orthopantomogram (OPT or panoramic) radiography is currently the most widely used. It provides a globa…

In recent years, cancer has become one of the leading causes of death worldwide, with an increasing number of people being diagnosed with the disease. Current cancer treatments include surgery, chemotherapy (CT), radiotherapy (RT), concurrent chemoradiotherapy (CCRT), targeted th…

This clinical trial studies whether the use of a grocery delivery service (Instacart) and nutrition navigation improves food insecurity in cancer survivors. The American Cancer Society recommends a normal body mass index, regular physical activity, and a healthy diet for cancer p…