Benha University

This study examines how well a biosimilar (a lower-cost copy) of the drug ranibizumab works for diabetic macular edema, a condition that causes vision loss in people with diabetes. Researchers will review medical records of 60 adults who received at least one injection of the bio…

This study looked at 102 adults in the intensive care unit who were at high risk of needing a breathing tube again after it was removed. Researchers compared two types of breathing support: noninvasive ventilation (a mask that helps push air into the lungs) and high-flow nasal ca…

This study compares two ways of injecting BOTOX into the prostate for men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) who still have bothersome urinary symptoms despite medication. One group receives BOTOX only in the prostate gland, while the other gets injections in the prostate, b…

This study looked at 156 men with mild to mild-moderate erectile dysfunction who had not responded well to previous treatments. Half received platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections into the penis plus a daily 5 mg tadalafil pill, while the other half got PRP injections alone. The …

This study tested whether giving tranexamic acid, a drug that helps blood clot, through a vein and in surgical fluid can reduce bleeding during kidney stone removal. 90 adults with large kidney stones were randomly assigned to receive the drug or a placebo. The goal was to see if…

This study tested special glasses called C.A.R.E. lenses in 100 children aged 6-12 with nearsightedness. The lenses have rings that change how light hits the eye to slow down eye growth. After 12 months, researchers measured changes in eye length and prescription strength to see …

This study tested a new way of stitching the uterus after a first-time C-section to see if it could prevent a scar defect called a 'niche.' 380 women were randomly assigned to get either the new stitch method or the standard one. The researchers then used ultrasound to check for …

This study looked at 30 people with Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada (VKH) disease, a rare autoimmune condition that causes eye inflammation and can lead to vision loss. Researchers compared two initial treatments: oral prednisolone (steroid pills) and steroid injections near the eye. They c…

This study tested whether rutin, a natural compound found in plants, can help people with ulcerative colitis. 60 adults took rutin tablets or a placebo for 30 days. The goal was to see if rutin reduces gut inflammation and improves symptoms like diarrhea and abdominal pain.

This study tested three ways to treat warts: a topical acid solution, injections of candida antigen (a yeast extract), and a combination of both. 126 people with warts took part. The goal was to see which approach cleared warts best, including warts not directly treated, and how …

This study tested whether a surgical stitch (cervical cerclage) plus a hormone gel (vaginal progesterone) works better than standard care to prevent preterm birth in women carrying twins with a short cervix. 59 women participated, and researchers also checked if the treatment red…

This study tested two different injections for treating skin warts caused by HPV. One group received a mix of furosemide and digoxin (drugs usually used for heart conditions), while the other got polidocanol, a standard treatment. Researchers tracked how well each cleared the war…

This study tested a simple change during repeat C-sections: removing the old scar before closing the uterus. Researchers wanted to see if this would prevent a 'niche' (a pocket in the scar) that can cause bleeding and pain. 170 women having a repeat C-section took part. The goal …

This study tested whether adding a procedure called fiberoptic bronchoscopy to standard care helps adults with severe ventilator-associated pneumonia. One hundred patients were split into two groups: one got usual treatment (antibiotics, suctioning), the other got the same plus d…

This study looked at whether measuring tiny molecules called microRNAs in the blood can help diagnose liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) in people with hepatitis C. Researchers tested blood samples from 84 participants, including healthy people and those with hepatitis C, wi…

This study looked at whether measuring a substance called interleukin-6 (IL-6) in the blood can predict which newborns will develop meconium aspiration syndrome, a serious breathing problem. Researchers tested 120 full-term infants born with meconium-stained amniotic fluid. The g…

This study tested whether simple blood test ratios, like CRP-to-albumin, can help monitor disease activity in people with ulcerative colitis. Researchers compared these blood markers to standard colonoscopy and symptom scores in 80 patients. The goal was to find a less invasive, …

This study reviewed 1,284 patients to see if wearable wristbands that track white blood cells and C-reactive protein can detect infections after surgery. The wristbands also use artificial intelligence to spot infections early. The goal is to find out if these devices are accurat…

This study tested whether a quick, non-invasive scan called FibroScan can diagnose fatty pancreas, a condition usually found with MRI or ultrasound. Researchers studied 50 adults aged 30–70, with or without obesity or diabetes. The goal was to see if FibroScan could be a simpler,…

This study tested whether combining standard infection markers (like lactate, CRP, and procalcitonin) with albumin levels could better predict death in sepsis patients in a surgical ICU. Researchers looked at 30 patients and calculated three ratios (lactate-to-albumin, CRP-to-alb…

This study tested whether a 12-week Pilates program could improve erectile function in 60 men aged 40-60 with type 2 diabetes and erectile dysfunction. Participants did Pilates three times a week for 60 minutes each session. The study measured blood flow in the penis and used a q…

This pilot study tested a combined program of hold-relax stretching and progressive exercises in 6 adolescent athletes with Osgood-Schlatter disease. The goal was to see if it could reduce knee pain and improve range of motion. Results are preliminary and need confirmation in lar…

This study tested whether giving numbing medicine through a thin tube (catheter) placed in the spine provides better pain relief after hip surgery than a single injection. 105 patients over age 60 were randomly assigned to one of three groups: continuous spinal anesthesia, single…

This study tested whether giving elderly patients either lidocaine or dexmedetomidine during an ERCP procedure could help prevent confusion and memory problems afterward. Thirty adults aged 65 and older took part. The goal was to see which medicine better protects brain function …

This study tested a special lens implanted during cataract surgery to see if it improves vision at far, middle, and close distances. Thirty adults with cataracts received the lens in both eyes. Researchers measured their vision and satisfaction 1 and 3 months after surgery.

This study looked at 166 women who had abnormal bleeding after a C-section due to a uterine scar. It compared two hormone treatments: birth control pills and a hormonal IUD. The goal was to see which one better reduced spotting and improved quality of life.

This study tested whether an ultrasound-guided nerve block (PENG block) works better than IV sedation for reducing pain when a dislocated shoulder is put back in place. 42 adults participated, and researchers measured pain levels, reduction time, and hospital stay. The goal is to…

This study tested a combination of three procedures—spinal fixation, nerve heat treatment, and anti-inflammatory injections—for people with ongoing back and leg pain after disc surgery. 63 participants were split into two groups to see if the triple approach worked better than sp…

This study tested whether using a combination of dexmedetomidine and lignocaine (opioid-free anesthesia) could control pain as well as standard fentanyl (opioid-based anesthesia) in 60 adults undergoing nasal surgeries like sinus surgery or septoplasty. The goal was to see if the…

This study tested a nerve block called the high-thoracic erector spinae plane block to see if it could reduce pain and improve diaphragm function after posterior cervical spine surgery. 50 adults undergoing this surgery received either the block or standard care. The goal was to …

This study tested whether a single dose of ketamine, given during spinal surgery, can reduce depressive symptoms afterward. 110 adults with moderate to severe depression received either ketamine or a saltwater placebo. The goal was to see if ketamine could lower depression scores…

This study tested whether taking misoprostol under the tongue two hours before surgery for uterine niche (a scar complication after C-section) helps reduce postmenstrual spotting. Fifty-six women with prior C-section and abnormal bleeding were randomly assigned to receive misopro…

This study looked at whether taking probiotics can reduce a protein in the blood linked to acne inflammation. Researchers measured this protein in 50 adults with mild to moderate acne before and after probiotic treatment. The goal was to see if probiotics could help ease acne sym…

This study tested whether an intravenous fat emulsion called intralipid can reverse the effects of spinal anesthesia in people having day surgery. Two hundred adults aged 18 to 65 took part. Researchers measured how quickly motor function returned and when patients were ready to …

This study tested whether adding extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) to standard exercises helps people with chronic mechanical neck pain. Fifty-two adults aged 18 to 29 with neck pain lasting over three months took part. The goal was to see if ESWT improves pain, pressure to…

This study looked at ways to manage pain after elective lower back surgery without relying on opioids. The goal was to see if using a combination of non-opioid pain medicines could reduce pain and avoid side effects like nausea or breathing problems. 75 adults having lumbar disc …

This study compared two ultrasound-guided nerve blocks—PENG block and caudal block—for managing pain after hip surgery in 80 children aged 1 to 7. Both blocks use the numbing drug bupivacaine. The goal was to see which provides better pain relief and reduces the need for opioids,…

This study tested two different knee injections for people with knee osteoarthritis. One injection was a common steroid (triamcinolone), and the other was a long-acting anti-inflammatory (tenoxicam). The goal was to see which one reduced pain and improved knee function better, wh…

This study tested whether adding hyaluronidase to the numbing drug bupivacaine improves pain relief after cesarean section. 114 women received a nerve block with either bupivacaine alone or bupivacaine plus one of two doses of hyaluronidase. The goal was to see if the combination…

This study looked at 20 adults with severe alopecia areata (hair loss) to see how the drug baricitinib changes certain immune markers in the blood. Researchers measured levels of two proteins, interleukin-15 and interferon gamma, before and after six months of treatment. The goal…

This study looked at how two different training methods—speed and agility drills versus small-sided games—affect the heart health of teenage football players. Eighteen boys aged 14 to 16 took part in an 8-week program. Researchers measured changes in resting heart rate and blood …

This study tested a special nursing program that teaches pregnant women with preeclampsia about climate-related health risks, like heat and pollution. 104 women took part, with half receiving the program plus usual care and half receiving usual care alone. The goal was to see if …

This study looked at 110 people who needed surgery for a broken wrist. Some had an extra procedure to release the carpal tunnel at the same time, while others waited to see if carpal tunnel symptoms developed later. The goal was to see which approach led to fewer repeat surgeries…

This study examined whether a specific change in the TLR7 gene is more common in people with alopecia areata, an autoimmune condition that causes hair loss. Researchers compared 120 participants (patients and healthy volunteers) to see if the gene variant is linked to the disease…

This study looked at whether a specific gene (NR3C1) that helps control inflammation is linked to alopecia areata, an autoimmune condition that causes hair loss. Researchers compared 120 people with and without the condition to see if gene variations affect disease risk or severi…

This study looked at 750 first-time mothers who had a C-section and wanted birth control. Half got a copper IUD placed right after delivery, and the other half took progesterone-only pills. The goal was to see if the IUD increased the chance of a scar defect (niche) in the uterus…

This study looked at whether a specific gene (TLR9) influences how children's bodies react to H. pylori, a bacteria that can cause stomach pain and inflammation. Researchers compared 50 infected children with 50 uninfected children, all aged 1 to 18, using endoscopy and genetic t…