American University Of Beirut Medical Center
Clinical trials sponsored by American University Of Beirut Medical Center, explained in plain language.
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Can a switch to a cheaper drug keep leukemia at bay?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether people with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) who achieved a good response to the drug nilotinib could safely switch to a different drug, imatinib, to maintain that response. The goal was to see if imatinib could keep the cancer under control while poten…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: American University of Beirut Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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New online therapy eases anxiety and depression in MS patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested an 8-week online program designed to help people with multiple sclerosis (MS) improve their problem-solving and coping skills. The goal was to see if the program was easy to use and could reduce anxiety and depression. Thirty adults with MS in Lebanon took part,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: American University of Beirut Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC
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New oxygen method may prevent breathing drops during sedation
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether a high-flow nasal cannula (a device that delivers oxygen) can prevent oxygen levels from dropping in patients undergoing a procedure called ERCP under sedation. 60 adults were randomly assigned to receive oxygen at different flow rates or standard car…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: American University of Beirut Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 15:58 UTC
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Fortified bread study: can phosphorus and lysine tweak your metabolism?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether adding phosphorus and lysine to white bread can affect blood sugar levels and how much energy the body burns after eating. Sixteen healthy adults ate different types of fortified bread, and researchers measured their blood sugar and energy use. The go…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: American University of Beirut Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 07:11 UTC
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Tiny tubes, big difference: study tests two blades for safer baby intubation
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested two different video laryngoscope blades (straight vs. curved) in 39 newborns and small infants weighing up to 5 kg. The goal was to see which blade gives doctors a better view of the airway to place a breathing tube safely. Results will help guide which tool to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: American University of Beirut Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:57 UTC
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New tube placement could make pediatric anesthesia safer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at a new way to place a breathing tube in children aged 1 month to 6 years during surgery. Instead of putting the tube past the vocal cords, doctors placed it just above them in the throat. The goal was to see if this method is easy, safe, and works well. The st…
Sponsor: American University of Beirut Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:02 UTC