Beni-suef University

This study tested whether adding dapagliflozin (a diabetes drug) or metformin to the standard fertility drug letrozole helps women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) ovulate and become pregnant. 200 women participated. The goal was to see if these combinations improve ovulatio…

This study compared two exercise programs—high velocity resistance training and the Otago exercise program—to see which better reduces fall risk in older adults. Forty people aged 65 and older who were worried about falling took part. Participants did their assigned exercises twi…

This study tested whether adding dapagliflozin (a diabetes drug) or metformin to the standard ovulation drug letrozole helps women with PCOS ovulate and become pregnant more often. 500 women aged 20-40 with PCOS and infertility took part. The goal was to see if these combinations…

This study compared two hormone protocols for women with high ovarian response undergoing IVF. One used progesterone (dydrogesterone) and the other used a GnRH antagonist. The goal was to see which approach leads to more eggs retrieved and higher pregnancy rates. 200 women partic…

This study compared two surgical techniques for removing early-stage bladder tumors: a new laser method (holmium laser en-bloc resection) and the standard approach (conventional transurethral resection). 100 adults with suspected non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer were randomly a…

This study looked at 121 people with heart disease who were getting a stent. Researchers checked if they also had a silent H. pylori stomach infection and whether treating that infection reduced stomach symptoms or bleeding. The goal was to see if eradicating the bug helps patien…

This study compared the effects of liraglutide and metformin in 150 obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) who were trying to conceive. Researchers measured weight loss, hormone levels, and metabolic changes. The goal was to see if liraglutide offers better results tha…

This study tested a modified surgical technique for open-angle glaucoma, adding a tiny mattress stitch to the standard deep sclerectomy procedure. 26 adults with glaucoma that was not controlled by eye drops were randomly assigned to receive either the standard or modified surger…

This completed phase 4 trial compared two common diabetes drugs, dapagliflozin and empagliflozin, added to metformin in 108 adults with type 2 diabetes and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Participants took one of the two drugs daily for six months. Researchers used live…

This study compared two surgical techniques for fixing a broken thigh bone near the knee: using one metal plate on the side versus two plates. Thirty-eight adults with fresh fractures were randomly assigned to one method. Researchers measured knee function and bone healing over a…

This completed trial looked at whether taking two cholesterol-lowering drugs (rosuvastatin and ezetimibe) is more effective and safer than taking just one (rosuvastatin) for people with heart disease. 66 adults with high cholesterol were randomly assigned to one of the two treatm…

This study tested whether using computer-guided surgery is better than the standard approach for fixing a jaw that keeps dislocating. Seven adults with the condition took part. The main goal was to see if the jaw stayed in place after surgery, and the study also measured how wide…

This study tested two different bone graft materials to repair a common birth defect called alveolar cleft (a gap in the upper jaw). Fourteen children aged 8 to 12 received either a standard graft or one mixed with a special blood product. The goal was to see which material led t…

This completed trial tested whether natural supplements like omega-3, black seed oil, Indian costus, and quinine could boost the immune system of 150 COVID-19 patients. Participants had mild to moderate symptoms and were monitored for recovery time, fever, lung inflammation, and …

This completed trial tested whether a gelatin sponge works as well as a bone matrix for lifting the sinus floor during dental implant placement. Fourteen patients with low bone height in the upper jaw received one of the two materials. The study measured bone gain and implant sta…

This study tested whether measuring a protein called Clara cell protein 16 (CC16) in the blood can help doctors tell the difference between two types of lung fluid buildup: one caused by heart problems and another caused by lung injury. Researchers measured CC16 levels in 100 ICU…

This study looked at whether doing a structured exercise program for six weeks before ACL knee surgery helps people recover faster and better. 76 adults with a torn ACL were split into two groups: one did pre-surgery exercises (prehabilitation), and the other had standard care. R…

This study compared two treatments for an enlarged prostate (BPH): a newer steam-based procedure called Rezum and a standard surgery called TUEP. Researchers measured how well each improved urinary symptoms, urine flow, and sexual function in 70 men over age 50. The goal was to s…

This study tested two non-drug treatments—kinesio taping and low-level laser therapy—on 66 women with arm swelling (lymphedema) after mastectomy for stage II breast cancer. The goal was to see which method better reduced arm size, improved hand grip strength, and eased shoulder p…

This study tested two non-drug treatments for piriformis syndrome, a condition where a muscle in the buttock presses on a nerve, causing pain. Seventy adults received either low-level laser therapy or radial shockwave therapy, both combined with exercise, over four weeks. Researc…

This study looked at 110 men with an enlarged prostate to compare two minimally invasive treatments: laser surgery (HoLEP) and water vapor therapy (Rezum). The goal was to see which one better protects sexual function, especially ejaculation. Participants filled out questionnaire…

This study tested whether specific osteopathic techniques (rib rising and thoracic lymphatic pump) combined with a manual diaphragmatic release could improve breathing in 66 people with stable moderate-to-severe COPD, aged 60-75. Participants received the hands-on therapy, and re…

This study tested whether a technique called transcutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (TTNS), combined with exercise, could help post-menopausal women who have trouble fully emptying their bladder. Sixty women were split into two groups: one received TTNS plus exercise and advice,…

This study tested whether a gentle, hands-on glide technique applied to the neck and upper back (called SNAG) can help people with chronic medial epicondylitis, also known as golfer's elbow. Sixty adults aged 35 to 50 with pain lasting more than three months took part. The resear…

This study looked at two different chest therapy methods—Vojta reflex and lung squeezing—to help premature babies (28-36 weeks) with breathing problems. 90 babies were split into three groups: one got standard care, the others got standard care plus one of the two extra technique…

This study looked at whether adding exercise during dialysis sessions can help older adults (over 60) with chronic kidney disease improve their muscle strength and daily function. Ninety participants were split into three groups: one did cycling plus breathing exercises, another …

This study tested two therapies—low-level laser (light) therapy and myofascial release (a hands-on muscle technique)—against standard chest physiotherapy in 102 moderate COVID-19 patients in the ICU. All patients also received a 12-week home telerehabilitation program after disch…

This study tested whether nurse-led stretching exercises during dialysis sessions can reduce the burden of muscle cramps. Sixty adults on maintenance hemodialysis who had leg cramps were split into two groups: one did supervised lower-leg stretches during dialysis twice a week fo…

This study tested mirror image postural exercises in 60 teens with chronic low back pain. One group did mirror exercises guided by 3D posture analysis, while the other did standard back stretches and strengthening. Researchers measured pain, posture, and daily function to see whi…

This study tested whether a structured program of therapeutic play activities could improve motor adaptive behavior in 20 Egyptian children aged 5-9 with mild intellectual disability. The children took part in 24 play sessions over 2 months, focusing on core strength, coordinatio…

This study compared two types of nerve blocks for pain relief in 100 people with hip fractures. The goal was to see which block better preserves leg muscle strength while still controlling pain. The PENG block may offer a way to reduce pain without weakening the leg as much as th…

This study tested whether giving a daily oral nutrition supplement (300 calories) to people with gastrointestinal cancer undergoing chemotherapy could improve their body composition, nutrition status, and quality of life. 175 participants took the supplement alongside their regul…

This completed trial tested two anti-inflammatory drugs, tenoxicam and meloxicam, injected into the jaw joint after a routine washout procedure. The goal was to reduce pain, clicking, and improve mouth opening in 30 adults with a specific type of TMJ disorder. The study compares …

This study measured how three common eye surgeries—LASIK, PRK, and corneal cross-linking (CXL)—change the stiffness of the cornea. Using a device called Corvis ST, researchers assessed 150 adults who had undergone one of these procedures at least a month earlier. The goal was to …

This completed study tested different ways to use a nebulizer for asthma medication. 36 people with mild to moderate asthma received the drug salbutamol through various nebulization modes. The goal was to see which mode delivers more medication to the lungs and reduces waste. Res…

This study examined how well CDK4/6 inhibitors (a type of targeted therapy) work for people with advanced breast cancer in Egypt. Researchers looked at 206 patients to measure how long the drugs kept cancer from growing, side effects, and overall costs. The goal was to see if the…

This study looked at whether a mobile app (Biotonix Posture Assistant) can accurately measure spine curves in teenage girls with scoliosis, compared to standard X-rays. Thirty girls aged 14-17 with moderate scoliosis had one posture check using the app and one spinal X-ray. The g…

This completed study tested a program where pharmacists used smartphone apps to review medications for hospitalized adults and children. The goal was to find and prevent medication errors. Over 3,600 patients took part, and no experimental drugs or devices were used.

This study looked at whether having a clinical pharmacist review medications daily, with help from a mobile app, could reduce errors in hospitalized children aged 2 to 15. About 2000 kids took part, with some getting usual care and others getting extra pharmacist checks. The goal…

This study surveyed 2,000 healthcare professionals in Egypt—including doctors, pharmacists, nurses, and physical therapists—to understand their opinions about clinical pharmacy practice. The goal was to identify how pharmacists can better work with other hospital staff to improve…

This study looked at 100 older adults (60+) to see if those with severe vision loss from age-related macular degeneration have more shoulder pain, stiffness, and movement problems compared to those with normal vision. Researchers measured pain, range of motion, and daily living a…