Ankara University

This study is testing a procedure called radiation segmentectomy for adults with liver cancer. Doctors deliver tiny radioactive resin beads directly to the tumor's blood supply to kill cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue. The goal is to find the best radiation dose for comp…

This study tests a new imaging agent called F-18 TFB for PET/CT scans in people who have had surgery and radioactive iodine for differentiated thyroid cancer but still have high tumor markers. The goal is to see if F-18 TFB finds cancer lesions better than the standard FDG PET/CT…

This study looks at whether two simple relaxation methods—progressive muscle relaxation and deep breathing exercises—can reduce shortness of breath and severe tiredness in people with advanced cancer receiving palliative care. About 90 participants will be assigned to one of the …

This study tests whether dual-task training—doing cognitive tasks like counting backwards while performing hand exercises—can improve upper limb function and muscle thickness in people with Parkinson's disease. 38 participants will be assigned to either the training group or rout…

This study looks at whether a combination of reflexology (a type of foot massage) and cold application before removing chest tubes can lower pain and anxiety in people who have had heart bypass surgery. Chest tube removal is often very painful and stressful. The researchers will …

This study tests two simple, low-cost methods—chewing sugar-free gum or gargling cold water—before a bronchoscopy to see if they reduce sore throat and swallowing difficulty afterward. About 100 adults scheduled for diagnostic bronchoscopy will be randomly assigned to one of thes…

This study tests whether a newer root canal medication called Bio-C Temp causes less pain between dental visits than the standard calcium hydroxide. Sixty adults needing root canal retreatment will receive one of the two medications. Their pain levels and painkiller use will be t…

This study is testing whether laughter yoga can improve psychological well-being and reduce depressive symptoms in adults aged 65 and older. Seventy participants will be split into two groups: one doing laughter yoga sessions and a control group. Researchers will measure changes …

This study tests whether following a Mediterranean diet for three months after deep brain stimulation surgery helps Parkinson's patients control weight gain and improve body composition. Researchers will compare a diet group to a usual-diet group using weight, appetite, and quali…

This study tests whether live, online yoga classes (Tele-Yoga) can reduce chronic pelvic pain, fatigue, and improve quality of life in women with endometriosis. About 66 women will be randomly assigned to either Tele-Yoga or usual care. The goal is to see if a gentle, at-home exe…

This study looks at when to perform a lung recruitment maneuver—a procedure that reopens collapsed lung areas—during robotic prostate surgery. Researchers will compare doing it before or after the patient is tilted head-down and gas is pumped into the abdomen. The goal is to see …

This study looks at how Parkinson's disease impacts breathing, muscle strength, and physical fitness. Researchers will compare 100 people aged 50-80 with Parkinson's to healthy volunteers. Participants will do breathing tests, fitness assessments, and disease severity evaluations…

This study looks at a specific layer of tissue in the lower back (thoracolumbar fascia) in people who had a stroke at least six months ago. Researchers will measure its thickness using ultrasound and see if it relates to balance, trunk control, flexibility, and daily independence…

This study tests whether the CONOX monitor, which measures brain waves, can detect pain in 120 adults undergoing urological procedures like cystoscopy under sedation. Researchers will compare the monitor's readings to traditional signs like heart rate and blood pressure. The goal…

This study looks at two different ways to measure how well muscles recover from deep paralysis during surgery. About 199 adults aged 18-65 with a healthy weight will take part. The goal is to see which measurement method better ensures it is safe to remove the breathing tube afte…

This study looks at how often fatigue occurs in people who have had their first stroke and what factors might make it worse. Researchers will measure fatigue using simple questionnaires and also check things like pain, mood, sleep, and physical ability. The goal is to better unde…