Aga Khan University

This study tests whether eating a traditional, balanced meal made from local foods once a day during pregnancy can help women in rural Pakistan handle heat stress better and have healthier babies. Researchers will compare 292 women who eat the meal with those who eat as usual, ch…

This study compares two ways to prevent long-term pain after breast cancer surgery: a nerve block (Pecs block) plus ketamine versus ketamine alone. About 120 women having mastectomy will be followed for 6 months to see which approach reduces chronic pain better. The goal is to fi…

This study will test if a mobile app called m-LIfE can help office workers in Pakistan sit less, move more, and eat healthier to prevent heart disease. About 84 bank employees will either use the app for 12 weeks or get basic health pamphlets. Researchers will check if the app is…

This study tests whether acotiamide is better than itopride at relieving symptoms of functional dyspepsia, like feeling overly full after meals or stomach pain. About 368 adults with these symptoms will take one of the two pills three times daily for 4 weeks and track their progr…

This study tests if using ultrasound to guide a nerve-blocking procedure works better than the standard X-ray method for people with long-term knee osteoarthritis. About 52 adults over 50 with severe knee pain will receive one of the two treatments. The goal is to see which metho…

This study tests whether a special support group can boost the confidence (self-efficacy) of primary caregivers for children with spinal muscular atrophy or Duchenne muscular dystrophy. About 30 caregivers will take part, and their confidence levels will be measured before and af…

This study will observe how well pain management treatments work for 100 adults with abdominal or pelvic cancer. Researchers will track pain scores and any side effects. The goal is to learn which interventions are most effective for these patients.