Congenital esophageal stenosis

This study tested whether a special stent (a small mesh tube) usually used for bile ducts could help children with a narrowed esophagus (food pipe). Forty children were randomly assigned to get either the stent or standard surgery. The main goal was to see how often the narrowing…

This study tested whether tranexamic acid, a drug that helps blood clot, can lower the chance of infection after gastrointestinal surgery. Over 3,300 adults at higher risk for complications took part. The goal was to see if the drug reduces surgical site infections compared to a …

This study tested a 12-week online mind-body program for adults with chronic conditions like heart failure, cancer, and liver disease. The program included mindful movement, meditation, breathwork, and coping skills. Researchers measured changes in anxiety, depression, fatigue, a…

This study tested whether giving a small amount of s-ketamine during chest surgery could reduce the risk of postoperative delirium (sudden confusion) in patients aged 60 and older. Over 500 participants were randomly assigned to receive either s-ketamine or another drug (dexmedet…