Ankara Etlik City Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Ankara Etlik City Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Custom lung protection during surgery may reduce Post-Op collapse
Prevention OngoingThis study compares two ways of setting the breathing machine during gynecologic laparoscopic surgery to prevent lung collapse (atelectasis). One method uses a standard fixed pressure, while the other adjusts the pressure to each patient's lung mechanics. The researchers will use…
Sponsor: Ankara Etlik City Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Teens with scoliosis try futuristic balance trainer in new study
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether adding special balance training to standard scoliosis exercises can improve balance in teenagers with mild scoliosis. About 72 teens aged 10-17 will either use a high-tech platform that gives real-time feedback or do simple balance exercises at home. T…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ankara Etlik City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Could a gentle zap to the diaphragm help kids with cerebral palsy breathe easier?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether adding a mild electrical stimulation to the diaphragm (the main breathing muscle) can improve lung function, head control, and sitting balance in children with severe cerebral palsy who cannot walk. Thirty children aged 5-18 will receive either standard r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ankara Etlik City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Knee block study aims for better pain relief and fewer falls after surgery
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests two different injection spots for a nerve block in the thigh (adductor canal block) to see which provides better pain relief and reduces the risk of falls after total knee replacement. 68 adults having knee surgery under spinal anesthesia will be randomly assigne…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ankara Etlik City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New technique aims to ease Back-of-Knee pain after replacement
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a nerve block combined with a thigh tourniquet can reduce pain in the back of the knee after total knee replacement. About 60 adults aged 40-85 will participate. The goal is to improve comfort and reduce the need for strong painkillers.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ankara Etlik City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Knee surgery study: when to remove the drain for best results?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looked at 104 people having knee replacement surgery to see if removing the surgical drain before or after starting gentle knee movement exercises (called continuous passive motion) reduces fluid buildup. The goal is to find the best timing to help healing and reduce s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ankara Etlik City Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC