Ain Shams University

This Phase 4 trial tests whether adding nicotinamide (vitamin B3) to standard sepsis care can reduce organ failure and inflammation in ICU patients. Researchers will give 60 adults with sepsis either nicotinamide or a placebo for 7 days, measuring changes in organ function and bl…

This study tests whether a supplement called palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) can help people with mild-to-moderate ulcerative colitis. Researchers will measure changes in disease activity, quality of life, and inflammation markers in 60 participants. The goal is to see if adding PEA …

This study compares two treatments for severely damaged lower molars: a tooth-saving surgery called hemisection (removing the damaged root) versus replacing the whole tooth with a dental implant. Researchers will track 28 participants over 12 months to see which option leads to b…

This study looks at whether adding a liquid called Theravex to a bone graft helps people with low bone in the upper jaw get stronger dental implants. Sixteen adults will receive either the standard bone graft or a graft mixed with Theravex during a sinus lift procedure. The main …

This study compares two treatments for severely damaged upper molars: root amputation (removing only the damaged root and keeping the rest of the tooth) versus replacing the whole tooth with a dental implant. Researchers will track pain, bone healing, and implant stability over 1…

This study tests whether adding alpha lipoic acid (a strong antioxidant) to standard chemotherapy helps people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer. About 60 adults with stage III or IV lung cancer will take 600 mg of alpha lipoic acid daily alongside their chemo. Researchers…

This study tests whether taking a daily probiotic capsule for 12 weeks can reduce the chance of atrial fibrillation (AF) returning in people who have just had a cardioversion (a procedure to restore normal heart rhythm). Fifty-six adults aged 40 and older with persistent AF will …

This study compares two treatments for stress urinary incontinence (leaking urine when you cough, sneeze, or exercise). One group gets a shot of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) made from their own blood, while the other gets a standard surgical sling. The trial will enroll 42 women an…

This study tests whether adding erythropoietin gel to a bone graft helps preserve bone and gum tissue around dental implants placed right after a tooth is pulled. Twenty-six adults aged 20 to 50 who need a front tooth implant will be randomly assigned to receive either the gel-pl…

This study compares two different antibiotic combinations to see which works better at wiping out multi-drug resistant bacteria in adults. Sixty hospitalized patients will receive either Colistin plus Meropenem or Imipenem/cilastatin plus Tigecycline. Researchers will track lab r…

This study compares two suction-assisted techniques used during minimally invasive kidney stone surgery. The goal is to see which method better clears stones and lowers the risk of infection. About 126 adults with medium-sized kidney stones (2-3 cm) will be randomly assigned to o…

This study tests whether tributyrin, a dietary supplement that turns into butyrate in the body, can improve blood sugar control, reduce inflammation, and lower heart disease risk in people with type 2 diabetes. Sixty participants at high risk for heart problems will receive eithe…

This study tests whether adding melatonin to the strong antibiotic colistin helps patients with multidrug-resistant bacterial infections. These infections are hard to treat and often deadly. The trial will give 70 adults either melatonin or a placebo alongside their regular treat…

This study tests whether the antioxidant alpha-lipoic acid can help people recover from sudden worsening of COPD (called exacerbations). 75 adults will receive either a low dose (600 mg), a high dose (1200 mg), or a placebo pill for 10 days, alongside standard hospital care. Rese…

This study tests whether adding venlafaxine, a common antidepressant, to standard rheumatoid arthritis (RA) treatment can better control disease activity. About 70 adults with moderate to severe RA who are already on stable medication will receive either venlafaxine or a placebo …

This study tests whether taking vitamin C and coenzyme Q10 can prevent kidney damage in cancer patients receiving cisplatin chemotherapy. About 75 adults with various cancers who have not had chemo before will take these supplements alongside their treatment. The goal is to see i…

This study tests whether a specific ventilator mode called APRV can improve breathing and oxygen levels in very obese patients after elective heart surgery. 180 adults with a BMI of 40 or higher (or 35 with related health issues) will be randomly assigned to receive either APRV o…

This study tests whether adding N-acetylcysteine (NAC) to standard care helps newborns with sepsis. Sepsis causes dangerous inflammation and cell damage. NAC may reduce this damage by boosting the body's defenses. The trial will enroll 50 near-term and term infants to see if NAC …

This study compares two dental procedures—functional crown lengthening and deep margin elevation—for treating deep cavities on back teeth. Twenty adults aged 20-50 with healthy gums will be randomly assigned to one procedure. Researchers will measure gum pocket depth, bleeding, a…

This study tests whether taking rutin (a plant compound found in buckwheat and citrus) along with vitamin C can reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in people with metabolic fatty liver disease (MASLD). 120 adults will take either rutin plus vitamin C, vitamin C alone, or fol…

This study tests whether giving tranexamic acid (TXA) through a vein during weight-loss surgery can reduce blood loss in patients with a very high body mass index (BMI over 45). About 128 high-risk adults will receive TXA or a placebo to see if it lowers the need for blood transf…

This study looks at 115 children aged 6 months to 5 years who have a hole in the heart (VSD) and need surgery. Doctors want to see if an ultrasound probe placed in the food pipe (TEE) can measure heart pressure as accurately as the standard method using a thin tube (catheter) ins…

This study will test whether artificial intelligence can help diagnose oral lesions that might turn into cancer. Researchers will use photos of the lesions and cell samples from the mouth, along with a special blue stain, to train an AI model. The goal is to see if the AI can mat…

This study tests whether the sedative drug dexmedetomidine can prevent new-onset atrial fibrillation (a fast, irregular heartbeat) in the days after mitral valve surgery. Researchers will randomly give 140 adults either the drug or a placebo during and after surgery. The goal is …

This study tests whether the supplement glutamine can prevent nerve damage caused by the chemotherapy drug vincristine in children and teens with cancer. About 70 participants, aged 6 to 18, will take glutamine twice daily for 14 days during their treatment. Researchers will trac…

This study tests whether a numbing injection called a superficial parasternal intercostal plane block (SPIPB) can widen the internal thoracic artery, making it easier for surgeons to harvest during coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). The trial involves 50 adults aged 22 to 65…

This study tests whether adding dexamethasone to the standard painkiller bupivacaine improves pain relief for newborns undergoing inguinal hernia repair. 150 full-term infants will be randomly assigned to receive either the combination or bupivacaine alone via a caudal injection.…

This study will compare two ultrasound-guided nerve blocks—paravertebral plane block and erector spinae plane block—for pain relief after total abdominal hysterectomy. Forty-eight women aged 30-60 will receive one of the two blocks before surgery. The main goal is to see which bl…

This study looks at whether adding a nerve block to the back of the hip to two standard front-hip blocks can improve pain relief after hip surgery. About 50 adults having hip surgery will be split into two groups to compare pain scores and the need for extra pain medicine in the …

This study compares two ways of using an anti-inflammatory drug (ketorolac) during root canal treatment: one at room temperature and one chilled. The goal is to see if the cold version reduces pain better after the procedure. Sixty adults with tooth infections will be enrolled, a…

This study tests whether lactoferrin, a natural protein found in milk, can help manage pain after a cesarean section. Ninety women having planned C-sections will receive either lactoferrin or a placebo before and after surgery, alongside standard painkillers. The goal is to see i…

This study compares two common drugs, silodosin and tamsulosin, to see which one better relieves moderate to severe urinary symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate. About 140 men aged 50 and older will take each medication for four weeks in a crossover design, with no washout per…

This study compares standard fentanyl pain medicine to an opioid-free mix of acetaminophen, ibuprofen, ketamine, and dexamethasone in 64 children aged 5-10 with mild to moderate sleep apnea undergoing tonsil surgery. The goal is to see if the opioid-free option controls pain just…

This study tests whether adding dexmedetomidine or dexamethasone to a standard numbing drug (bupivacaine) can provide longer pain relief after thoracoscopic thymectomy in people with myasthenia gravis. Sixty patients will be randomly assigned to one of three groups. The main goal…

This study compares three different surgical techniques for men with enlarged prostates (over 80 grams) who have trouble urinating. The goal is to see which method is safest and works best in the short term. About 105 men will take part and be followed for at least one year after…

This study compares two different medicines placed inside a tooth during a root canal to see which one is better at killing bacteria and reducing pain afterward. About 52 adults with infected single-root teeth will take part. The goal is to find which treatment leads to less disc…

This study tests whether two common antioxidants, N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) and Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA), can improve pain control and reduce the need for strong painkillers after laparoscopic appendix removal. 180 adults aged 18-65 undergoing this surgery will receive either NAC, AL…

This study tests whether avoiding opioids during heart bypass surgery helps elderly patients recover faster. Sixty patients aged 65 and older will receive either opioid-free anesthesia with dexmedetomidine and ketamine or standard opioid-based anesthesia. The goal is to see if th…

This study compares melatonin, a natural sleep hormone, to midazolam, a common sedative, for calming children before tonsillectomy. About 195 children will receive either melatonin or midazolam before surgery. The goal is to see if melatonin reduces anxiety and confusion after wa…

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 tests whether a single dose of gabapentin, given before weight-loss surgery, can reduce pain and the need for other painkillers in the first 24 hours after the operation. About 102 people having bariatric surgery will receive either gabapentin or a placebo. The goal is…

This study looks at men over 50 with an enlarged prostate who cannot empty their bladder and need a catheter. They will all have a standard surgery called TURP to remove part of the prostate. Researchers want to see if those with weak bladder muscles (detrusor underactivity) are …

This study looks at whether the LASMAR scoring system can predict how well hysteroscopic myomectomy works for women with submucous fibroids. Researchers will check if the score matches surgery time, number of sessions, fluid use, and complications. The goal is to help doctors pla…

This study will compare the accuracy of three facial scanning techniques: a stationary scanner, a handheld scanner, and a mobile phone app. Sixty volunteers will have their faces scanned with each method, and the results will be compared to a traditional mold. The goal is to find…

This study looks at how sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss) is connected to fatigue and orthostatic intolerance (dizziness when standing up) in people aged 65 and older. Researchers will compare 90 older adults with and without sarcopenia to see if those with muscle loss experie…

This study looks at how cerebral small vessel disease—a common brain condition in older adults—affects walking and balance. Researchers will use brain imaging and EEG to compare brain activity in 40 people with the disease and healthy controls. The goal is to understand which bra…

This study looks at whether certain blood markers can predict delirium (sudden confusion) in older adults with heart failure. Researchers will compare two markers: one for inflammation (SII) and one for blood sugar and fat levels (TyG). They aim to find a simple way to identify h…

This study will check if measuring CO2 gap, lactate, and oxygen in the blood can help predict serious problems after heart bypass surgery. About 130 adults having planned bypass surgery will be followed for 7 days after their operation. The goal is to see if these simple tests ca…

This study looks at 100 older women (60+) newly diagnosed with breast cancer to understand how frailty affects their quality of life. Researchers will use geriatric assessments and questionnaires to measure frailty and well-being over 6 months. The goal is to help doctors make be…