American University Of Beirut Medical Center

This study tests whether taking a daily vitamin C pill for 10 days can prevent catheter-associated urinary tract infections in women having elective gynecologic surgery. Half of the 180 participants will receive vitamin C, and half will receive a placebo. The goal is to see if th…

This study looks at two types of nerve blocks given before mastectomy to see which one better prevents chronic pain. About 132 adults having a mastectomy will be randomly assigned to receive either an erector spinae block or a paravertebral block. Researchers will track pain, opi…

This study tests whether a simple head-and-body movement called the Epley maneuver can quickly relieve dizziness from benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) in the emergency department. About 118 adults with BPPV will either get the real maneuver or a fake one. Researchers w…

This study looks at whether intermittent fasting (the 16/8 method, where you eat only during an 8-hour window each day) can improve mental health in women going through perimenopause. About 140 women aged 45-55 will be split into two groups: one that follows the fasting plan and …

This study compares two methods of placing a breathing tube during general anesthesia without using opioid painkillers. The goal is to see which method—fiberoptic or direct laryngoscopy—causes less change in heart rate and blood pressure. Researchers will study 90 adults aged 18 …