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The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of albumin / fibrinogen ratio, blood viscosity and RDW on the prognosis of a newly diagnosed MM patients

In our study, the impact of administering autologous blood remaining in the cardiopulmonary bypass system during coronary artery bypass surgeries will be evaluated using the ROTEM device to assess its effect on coagulation parameters. Additionally, the influence of this autologou…

Intersectional stigma and medical mistrust are prevalent among Black and Latina/Latino Americans living with HIV and are key contributors to racial/ethnic health disparities; yet, there are no evidence-based provider-level interventions available for HIV care providers to address…

This randomized controlled trial compared the effectiveness and safety of fractional microneedling radiofrequency (FMR) and facial muscle exercises (FME) for facial rejuvenation in females with mild to moderate facial aging. Forty participants aged 32-65 were randomized to either…

This observational study follows children and adults who were hospitalized with tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) in the Czech Republic. The aim is to better understand how individuals recover from TBE, which symptoms may persist after the infection, and which patients may require ad…

This clinical trial tests whether daily fiber supplementation will change the mucosal microbiome of the colon. The microbiome are microorganisms that live in the human gut. They serve a vital role in maintaining health. Certain microbial strains are associated with the growth of …

In this study, quadratus lumborum block (QLB), transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block, and local anesthetic infiltration will be performed preoperatively in patients who will undergo unilateral inguinal herniorrhaphy operation under general anesthesia. Quality of recovery (QoR-1…

The investigators aim to conduct a randomized controlled trial to test the feasibility of a mind-body walking program compared to a health education program for individuals with chronic musculoskeletal pain. The investigators will assess the feasibility of recruitment procedures …

The goal of this study is to evaluate the acceptability and feasibility of a group telehealth exercise program for Veterans with lower extremity osteoarthritis (OA). Methods: This is a randomized pilot trial where Veterans (n=50) receive a group telehealth exercise program (3 mon…

This is a cluster-randomized pilot trial of depression screening and treatment implementation at four Youth-friendly Health Services (YFHS) in primary care clinics, two in Maputo City and two in Maputo Province. YFHS will be stratified by urbanicity, such that one YFHS in Maputo …

As a result of the review in the literature, no study was found in which tele-pulmonary rehabilitation was applied after physiotherapist-supervised lung resection via video conferencing. Therefore, in this study, it was planned to investigate the effectiveness of tele-pulmonary …

This study seeks to compare two methods of trapeziectomy for basilar thumb arthritis. The first is trapeziectomy with ligament reconstruction and tendon interposition, which means removing the trapezium bone and filling the void with a tendon graft. This is the most commonly used…

This study will assess the relative safety, tolerability, and participant satisfaction in participants using the rapid manual push method with Cutaquig®. The hypothesis being that treatment with Cutaquig® by rapid manual push method will improve the safety, tolerability and patie…

The scale, whose validity and reliability were examined in the study, consists of 26 items. The study sample consisted of 202 individuals with diabetes. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews, with approximately 30 minutes allocated to each individual. The study samp…

Three-dimensional echocardiography has become a gold standard to assess right ventricular (RV) function, and investigators plan to use 3D transesophageal echocardiography to assess RV function in 3 types of aortic valve replacement (AVR): full sternotomy surgical AVR (full-SAVR),…

This research study aims to identify MRI-based brain biomarkers that predict an individual's response to Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS). In particular, this study will focus on changes in cognition associated with DBS. A total of 55 participants with Parkinson's Disease planning to…

The absence of social relationships negatively affects physical, psychological, and social health. In other words, it alters people's quality of life and makes active aging difficult. The investigators have designed a study to reduce unwanted loneliness in people over 65 living i…

Background The chronic oroantral fistulas (COAF) is an epithelized communication that is formed between the squamous epithelium of the oral cavity and the pseudo-stratified columnar ciliated epithelium of the maxillary sinus with a high recurrent rate. The use of palatal flaps ha…

Spine surgery for scoliosis correction in pediatric patients is a major procedure associated with a high risk of perioperative blood loss. Homologous blood transfusion carries inherent risks, including immunological reactions, infections, and increased healthcare costs. Identifyi…

The goal of this observational study is to perform an in vivo feasibility study using real time (3D) ultrasound based vector flow imaging in 10 AAA patients (5 with intraluminal thrombus and 5 without intraluminal thrombus). Furthermore, the investigators will investigate the add…