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Clinical trials sponsored by Bursa City Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Skin scan may reveal why bone drugs fail for some
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study aims to understand why some people with osteoporosis continue to break bones even while taking bone-strengthening medication. Researchers will use a quick, non-invasive skin scan to measure 'AGEs,' natural waste products that build up over time and may weaken bone qual…
Sponsor: Bursa City Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC
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Study tests if letting kids drink closer to surgery eases fear and discomfort
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find the best way for children to fast before surgery. It will compare three different rules about when to stop drinking clear liquids to see which one causes less anxiety and stomach discomfort. Researchers will measure children's anxiety and use an ultrasound…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bursa City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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New shot could slash pain and opioid need after major heart surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a new combination of nerve blocks to better manage pain after open-heart surgery. Researchers want to see if this approach reduces the need for strong opioid painkillers, which can cause side effects like nausea and breathing problems. The goal is to help pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bursa City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Scientists seek perfect dose to numb surgery pain
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find the smallest effective dose of a numbing medicine (bupivacaine) for a specific type of pain-relief injection given after minimally invasive lung surgery. Researchers will test different amounts in a small group of patients to find the dose that works for h…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bursa City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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New nerve block could ease agony after major heart surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see if a new type of nerve block is better at controlling pain after open-heart surgery. It will compare this new block to the current standard pain control method in 70 patients. The main goal is to see if the new block reduces the need for strong painkillers …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bursa City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:35 UTC
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New nerve block could slash shoulder surgery pain
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a new nerve-blocking technique can better control pain after shoulder surgery. Researchers will compare pain levels, opioid use, and recovery quality in 80 patients having shoulder surgery. The goal is to see if this new approach helps patients feel less …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bursa City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Tape vs. needles: the battle for shoulder pain relief
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will compare two common physical therapy treatments for persistent shoulder pain caused by impingement. Researchers want to see if kinesiology taping, dry needling, or a combination of both works better to reduce pain and improve shoulder movement. The trial will enrol…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bursa City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC
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New nerve block challenge: which method cuts back surgery pain best?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find the better method for managing pain after a common back surgery called lumbar microdiscectomy. Researchers will compare two ultrasound-guided nerve-block techniques given before surgery to see which one reduces the need for opioid painkillers and improves …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bursa City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:18 UTC
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Could sticky tape boost stroke recovery?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding a special elastic tape to standard rehab helps stroke patients improve balance, movement, and daily activities. 60 stroke survivors will be randomly assigned to receive either standard rehab alone or standard rehab plus the tape. Researchers will m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bursa City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 19, 2026 14:55 UTC
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Back surgery pain relief showdown: which nerve block works best?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two different nerve-blocking techniques for pain relief after major back surgery. Researchers will test which method better controls pain and reduces the need for opioid painkillers in 80 patients. The goal is to help patients recover more comfortably with few…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bursa City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 10, 2026 12:53 UTC
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New nerve block challenge: which method eases back surgery pain best?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study aims to compare two different ultrasound-guided nerve block techniques for pain relief after major back surgery. Researchers will enroll 80 adults undergoing elective lumbar spine surgery to see which method provides better pain control with fewer side effects. The goa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bursa City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 09, 2026 14:26 UTC
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New injection could slash painkiller use after hip surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a new type of nerve block injection to see if it can better manage pain after hip replacement surgery. One hundred patients will be randomly assigned to receive either the real nerve block or a placebo injection. The main goal is to see if the new block redu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bursa City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 02, 2026 15:28 UTC
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Scientists shine light on hidden inflammation in rare genetic disease
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to understand ongoing inflammation in people with Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF), a genetic condition causing painful flare-ups. Researchers will use a painless light scan on the skin to measure certain molecules linked to long-term inflammation and compare th…
Sponsor: Bursa City Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC
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Could common heart test damage nerves? hospital investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to understand if performing heart angiography through the wrist artery causes nerve damage. Researchers will use electrical nerve tests to measure potential nerve injury in 100 patients who undergo this procedure. The goal is to gather objective data about how oft…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bursa City Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:30 UTC
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Skin scan study seeks clues to arthritis severity
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to understand if harmful molecules called AGEs build up more in people with arthritis and related conditions. Researchers will use a quick, non-invasive skin scan to measure AGE levels in 300 people with various rheumatic diseases and compare them to healthy volun…
Sponsor: Bursa City Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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Doctors' hands vs. ultrasound: how accurate are they at finding joints?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see how closely a doctor's physical exam matches an ultrasound scan when finding specific joints. It will involve 50 volunteer doctors who will mark where they think joints are on a person's body, and then an ultrasound will check the actual location. The goal …
Sponsor: Bursa City Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 12, 2026 13:50 UTC