Ain Shams University

This study tests whether a low or high dose of alpha-lipoic acid (an antioxidant) can help people hospitalized with a COPD flare-up. Researchers will measure inflammation, oxygen levels, and recovery time. 75 adults will receive either a placebo, 600 mg, or 1200 mg of alpha-lipoi…

This study tests whether adding venlafaxine, an antidepressant, to standard rheumatoid arthritis (RA) treatment can reduce joint inflammation and pain. About 70 adults with moderate to severe RA who are already on stable medication will receive either venlafaxine or a placebo for…

This study tests if adding erythropoietin gel to a standard bone graft helps preserve bone and gum tissue around dental implants placed right after tooth extraction. About 26 adults aged 20-50 with a non-restorable upper front tooth will be randomly assigned to receive either the…

This study tests whether adding rutin (a plant compound) to vitamin C can lower inflammation and fat buildup in the liver better than vitamin C alone. It involves 120 adults with metabolic fatty liver disease (MASLD) and will measure changes in blood markers of inflammation and s…

This study tests whether taking vitamin C and coenzyme Q10 can prevent kidney damage in cancer patients receiving cisplatin chemotherapy. About 75 adults starting chemotherapy will receive these antioxidants alongside their treatment. The goal is to see if these supplements reduc…

This study will test two different medicines added to a standard numbing injection for a nerve block in 60 people with myasthenia gravis undergoing chest surgery to remove the thymus gland. The goal is to see which additive—dexmedetomidine or dexamethasone—provides longer pain re…

This study compares three different drug combinations used to sedate people during an upper GI endoscopy (a camera down the throat). The goal is to see which combination helps patients wake up fastest and provides the best sedation. 75 adults aged 18-65 who need this procedure wi…

This study looks at whether lactoferrin, a protein found in milk, can improve pain control after a planned C-section. Ninety women will receive either lactoferrin or a placebo before and after surgery, along with standard pain medicine. The goal is to see if it lowers pain levels…

This study compares two suction-assisted techniques for removing medium-sized kidney stones (2-3 cm) in adults aged 18-60. The goal is to see which method better clears stones and reduces infection after surgery. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of the two techniques…

This study tests whether a resilience training program can help parents of young children with Down syndrome feel more accepting and less burdened. About 50 parents will be randomly assigned to either the training or usual care. Researchers will measure changes in acceptance, rej…

This study compares three different surgical methods for treating an enlarged prostate (over 80 grams) that causes urinary problems. The goal is to see which technique is safest and allows men to have their urinary catheter removed the soonest. About 105 men will be randomly assi…

This observational study looks at how cerebral small vessel disease (SVD) — a common age-related brain condition — affects walking and balance. Researchers will use brain scans (MRI and EEG) to compare brain activity in 40 older adults with SVD and healthy volunteers. The goal is…