Aga Khan University

This study tested whether giving weekly iron and folic acid supplements along with nutrition education and a small cash payment to mothers could reduce anemia in adolescent girls in flood-affected areas of Pakistan. Over 2,100 girls aged 15-19 took part. The goal was to see if th…

This study tested whether the drug metformin can improve fertility-related hormones and reduce inflammation in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). 110 women with PCOS took metformin for 8 weeks and provided blood samples and symptom reports. The goal was to see if metfor…

This study tested whether a scalp nerve block (injecting numbing medicine into the scalp) controls pain better than morphine during and after brain surgery. 62 adults having brain tumor surgery were randomly assigned to receive either a scalp block or morphine. Researchers measur…

This study tested whether a water flosser or an interdental brush is better at keeping gums healthy in people with a permanent retainer glued behind their lower teeth. 70 participants used one of the two methods for six months. Researchers measured plaque, bleeding, and gum infla…

This study tested whether low level laser therapy (LLLT) can reduce pain, speed up tooth movement, and improve gum health in people getting braces. 108 Pakistani patients aged 18-30 received either standard braces or braces plus laser treatment on their front teeth every three we…

This study tested whether an ultrasound-guided PECS nerve block could reduce opioid use and improve pain control in 70 women undergoing breast cancer surgery. Participants received either the nerve block or standard care. The goal was to see if the block leads to less pain, less …

This study reviewed medical records of 227 adults aged 30-80 who had heart bypass surgery while taking the blood thinner clopidogrel. Researchers wanted to see how often these patients needed platelet transfusions and how much they bled after surgery. The goal was to better under…

This study observed 100 adults having planned heart surgery to see how many develop delirium (sudden confusion) and whether a standard risk score called EuroSCORE II could predict it. Researchers checked patients for delirium using a special test. The goal was to better understan…

This study looked at whether a 12-month lifestyle program could lower body fat and change certain gene markers in 26 adults with metabolic syndrome. Participants tracked their food and activity using a mobile app, and had blood tests and body scans at the start and end. The goal …

This study looked back at the medical records of 134 adults with chronic cancer pain to see how well different pain management strategies worked. Researchers measured pain severity using a standard 0–10 scale and noted the types of pain and treatments used. Because it was a revie…