Alexandria University
Clinical trials sponsored by Alexandria University, explained in plain language.
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Kidney drug shows promise for eye health in new trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will test if the drug finerenone can protect the retina (the light-sensitive part of the eye) in 40 adults with chronic kidney disease. Researchers will measure changes in the thickness of the retinal nerve fiber layer using a special camera. The goal is to see if fine…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:33 UTC
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New flap surgery aims to rebuild mouths after cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a surgical technique using a muscle flap from the jaw to rebuild small to medium-sized defects in the floor of the mouth, often caused by cancer removal. Twenty adults will receive the procedure, and researchers will measure pain, speech, swallowing, and healing.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:33 UTC
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New trial aims to find the best surgery for anal fistula
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares three different surgeries for a type of anal fistula that goes through the muscle. About 90 adults having their first surgery will be randomly assigned to one of the three procedures. The goal is to see which method heals the fistula best, causes fewer recurre…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:51 UTC
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Laser showdown: can light therapy tame the 'Suicide Disease'?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two non-invasive laser treatments—high-intensity and low-level—for people with trigeminal neuralgia, a condition causing severe facial pain. About 38 adults who haven't found relief from medication or can't have surgery will receive one of the laser therapies.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:31 UTC
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New shot may slash opioid use after heart surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new type of nerve block (SPSIPB) to see if it can reduce pain and the need for strong painkillers after heart surgery. About 120 adults having planned heart surgery through a chest incision will be randomly assigned to get either the nerve block or standard car…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Sniff away the fear: lavender and rosemary oils tested for dental anxiety in children
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test if smelling lavender oil, rosemary oil, or a mix of both can help children feel less anxious and experience less pain during a tooth extraction. Eighty healthy children who need a lower baby tooth pulled will be randomly assigned to one of four groups: lavend…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New injection technique aims to make dental visits less painful for children with MIH
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares a new injection method (combining a standard numbing shot with a very short needle into the jawbone) against the usual approach for children aged 6-12 with molar incisor hypomineralization (MIH), a condition causing sensitive, weak enamel. The goal is to see i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Simple blood test may forecast surgery complications
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether measuring carbon dioxide and oxygen levels in the blood can help predict problems after Whipple surgery, a complex operation on the pancreas and nearby organs. Researchers will track 120 adults having this surgery to see if certain blood gas ratios giv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC