Alexandria University
Clinical trials sponsored by Alexandria University, explained in plain language.
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Doctors test best way to dose Kids' ringworm pill
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study aims to find out which dosing schedule works better for treating scalp ringworm in children. Researchers will compare taking the antifungal medication itraconazole daily versus in weekly pulses. The study will enroll 120 children aged 5 to 18 and assess cure rates usin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Natural gels tested to stop mouth spots from turning cancerous
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether two antioxidant gels (Coenzyme Q10 and curcumin) applied directly to oral leukoplakia patches can shrink these white mouth lesions and prevent them from developing into cancer. Researchers will measure changes in lesion size and check saliva for sign…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Doctors test new techniques to make fibroid surgery safer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares different surgical techniques to reduce blood loss during laparoscopic fibroid removal. Researchers will test three methods of temporarily blocking uterine arteries (clipping, suturing, or coagulation) against standard surgery without artery blocking. The goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Light and oxygen fight back against gum disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing if adding new steps to the standard deep cleaning for serious gum disease leads to better results. Researchers want to see if applying an oxygen-releasing gel, sometimes with a special light treatment, helps reduce harmful bacteria and improves gum health mo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:35 UTC
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3D-Printed jaw plates aim to improve surgery results
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing custom-made, 3D-printed metal plates designed to help rebuild a person's jawbone after part of it is removed. It involves 14 patients who need jaw reconstruction due to tumors, infection, or injury. Researchers will check if these patient-specific plates lea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC
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Can gut bugs boost psoriasis treatment? small study investigates
Disease control Recruiting nowThis small, early-stage study is investigating whether taking probiotic supplements alongside the standard psoriasis drug methotrexate can help patients get better results. Researchers will compare two groups of 24 newly diagnosed adults: one taking methotrexate plus probiotics, …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC
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New gel tested to boost bone for dental implants
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing two different gels to help grow new bone in the upper jaw for people getting dental implants. It will compare a standard gel to one enhanced with a protein called erythropoietin. Researchers will measure how well the bone grows, how stable the implant become…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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New study tests ways to give premature babies a better start
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study aims to find the best way to transfer extra blood from the placenta to premature babies right after birth. Researchers will compare three different techniques to see which one most improves the babies' blood health and reduces complications in their first days. The goa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New hope for ulcerative colitis patients in clinical trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether rupatadine, a medication, can help control ulcerative colitis symptoms and reduce inflammation. Researchers will enroll 60 adults with mild-to-moderate ulcerative colitis to evaluate safety and effectiveness. The goal is to see if this treatment can …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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3D-Printed smiles: High-Tech fix for Kids' rotten teeth
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is comparing different ways to treat deep cavities in children's baby molars to save the tooth. It tests two filling materials and two types of crowns—traditional stainless steel versus new 3D-printed resin crowns—over a year. The goal is to see which combination works…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 16, 2026 15:24 UTC
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Doctors test which hand sanitizer best protects fragile newborns
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study aims to find out which hand cleaning method works better to prevent infections in premature babies in the hospital. It will compare two common sanitizers used by healthcare workers. The goal is to see which one leads to fewer infections in these vulnerable infants duri…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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New hope for cancer patients: two simple procedures battle debilitating dry mouth
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study aims to prevent severe dry mouth, a common and debilitating side effect of radiation therapy for head and neck cancer. Researchers will compare two preventive approaches—a minimally invasive duct-clearing procedure and a non-invasive light therapy—against basic oral ca…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC
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Enzyme test aims to ease feeding struggles for tiniest babies
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether giving lactase enzyme supplements to very premature babies can help prevent feeding problems. It will involve 120 babies born at 32 weeks or earlier in a hospital's intensive care unit. Researchers will check if the enzyme reduces issues like vomitin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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Virtual reality speeds up surgery recovery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether virtual reality (VR) relaxation sessions can help people recover better after major abdominal surgery. Patients will use VR headsets with guided relaxation programs before and after their operation to see if it reduces pain, anxiety, and how long the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Can a simple workout during dialysis ease depression and improve sleep?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a light exercise program performed during regular kidney dialysis sessions can help improve sleep quality and reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. It will involve 100 adults who have been on long-term dialysis. Researchers will measure changes …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC
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Common allergy pill vs. Vitamin-Like supplement: the fight against cancer treatment pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study aims to find the best way to prevent severe bone pain, a common side effect of a drug (G-CSF) used to boost white blood cells in people with blood cancers like leukemia. Researchers are comparing a common allergy pill (loratadine), a plant-based supplement (diosmin-hes…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC
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New study aims to cut pain after weight loss surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing which of two pain-relieving drugs, lidocaine or dexmedetomidine, works better for pain control after weight loss surgery. The goal is to improve patient comfort and recovery while reducing the need for strong opioid painkillers. The study will involve 40 adu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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New ear stent challenges traditional mouthguard for jaw pain relief
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing which of two simple, non-surgical devices works better for people with jaw muscle pain (a type of TMD). Researchers will compare a standard mouthguard to a newer device called an ear stent. They will measure changes in muscle activity, pain levels, and how w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:17 UTC
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New injection offers hope for debilitating shingles pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing if a targeted injection called an erector spinae plane block works better than standard pain medications for people with long-term nerve pain after shingles. Researchers will compare pain relief, patient satisfaction, and side effects between the two approac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:16 UTC
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New dental tool tested to zap root canal pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study aims to see if a newer, faster root canal cleaning method causes less pain after the procedure than the standard method. Researchers will enroll 34 adults with painful tooth infections and randomly assign them to receive one of the two techniques. They will measure pat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 09, 2026 14:25 UTC
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Can a Nurse's text message save a life? study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how nurses using smartphones and apps like WhatsApp for work communication affects patient safety. Researchers will survey and interview 384 nurses to see if this instant messaging helps them act faster on urgent patient needs and reduces the chance …
Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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Surgeons test 3D blueprints to perfectly remove jaw tumors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether using detailed 3D computer planning before surgery helps surgeons remove a specific type of jaw tumor (ameloblastoma) more precisely. It involves 10 patients who need surgery. The main goal is to see if this high-tech planning leads to cleaner remova…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC
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AI tutors vs. human professors: the future of dental school?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether new AI software can help dental students learn a core skill—preparing a tooth for a crown—as well as or better than traditional feedback from instructors. It involves 36 third-year dental students who will use either AI tools or get standard faculty …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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Can quick digital drills make better nurses?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new digital training method for nursing students. It will see if short, embedded practice scenarios can improve how students make clinical decisions and stay motivated in their studies. The trial involves 60 male nursing students at a university in Saudi A…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Researchers investigate why some kidney transplant patients become frail
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how common frailty is among kidney transplant patients and whether it's linked to declining kidney function over time. Researchers will observe 80 transplant recipients at Alexandria University Hospitals, measuring frailty, nutrition, muscle strength…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:09 UTC