Cairo University
Clinical trials sponsored by Cairo University, explained in plain language.
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New gum surgery technique tested against standard method
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two surgical techniques for treating receding gums on lower front teeth. Researchers want to see which method better covers exposed tooth roots and improves appearance. The trial involves 26 adults with gum recession who are concerned about aesthetics.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 21:41 UTC
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Scientists test 3D-Printed 'Bone Plug' to fix cleft palates
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a new surgical technique for children born with a cleft in the bone of their upper jaw (alveolar cleft). Researchers are comparing a custom-made, 3D-printed bone plug to the standard method of using loose bone particles to fill the gap. The goal is to see if…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Race to Re-Inflate: new study tests quick fix for Kids' collapsed lungs
Disease control OngoingThis study aims to find out if performing a bronchoscopy (a procedure using a small camera to look inside the lungs) early is better than standard care for treating a collapsed lung in critically ill children. It will compare two groups of children: one gets the bronchoscopy proc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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New sticky bone technique challenges traditional jaw reconstruction method
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two different bone grafting techniques for people who need jawbone reconstruction before getting dental implants. Researchers are testing whether a newer 'sticky bone' method works as well as a traditional bone shell technique. The study will measure how much …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Eggshells vs. cow bone: the fight to save your jaw after a tooth pull
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a new, potentially cheaper material made from eggshells to help preserve jawbone after a tooth is pulled. Researchers are comparing it to a standard material made from cow bone. The goal is to see if the eggshell material works as well or better at maintaini…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC
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Zap vs. buzz: can new tech fight dangerous belly fat?
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing two different treatments to see which one better reduces harmful inflammation in people with excess belly fat. It will involve 60 adults with central obesity. Researchers will compare the effects of ultrasound cavitation (a non-surgical fat treatment) with w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Fungal cream challenges acne standard in new trial
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether a common antifungal cream (ketoconazole) works as well as a standard acne retinoid cream (adapalene) for treating mild acne. Fifty-two patients with mild acne will use one of the creams for 12 weeks. Researchers want to see if the antifungal cream is…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Could a tiny ear zap help tame diabetes and boost mood?
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing if a gentle, non-invasive stimulation of a nerve in the ear can help improve the body's ability to process sugar and improve mood in adults with obesity and early-stage type 2 diabetes. It involves 70 participants who will receive the stimulation and have th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Custom jaw surgery: does timing matter for accuracy?
Disease control OngoingThis study aims to see if jaw reconstruction surgery using custom-made plates and immediate dental implants works as accurately when done right after tumor removal (fresh cases) versus later (delayed cases). It involves 22 adult patients who need jaw reconstruction due to tumors,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New gum stretching technique aims to reduce pain for dental patients
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two surgical methods to add healthy gum tissue to areas where teeth are missing, before placing dental implants. Researchers want to see if a newer 'accordion' technique, which stretches a smaller graft, causes less pain and heals as well as the traditional me…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:09 UTC
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First-of-its-Kind trial tests best way to widen jaws in cleft palate kids
Disease control OngoingThis study is the first randomized trial to compare two dental devices used to widen the upper jaw in children with cleft lip and palate. It involves 24 children who need this expansion before a bone graft surgery. Researchers are using 3D scans to see which device—a quadhelix or…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC
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Can a green toothbrush fight cavities better?
Disease control OngoingThis study aims to find out if an eco-friendly toothbrush is as good as or better than a regular nylon toothbrush at reducing the risk of cavities. Researchers will randomly assign 44 children and adults at high risk for cavities to use one type of brush for the study period. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:07 UTC
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Keyhole vs. open surgery: which heals foot arthritis faster?
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two surgical approaches for treating painful foot arthritis when other treatments haven't worked. Researchers are testing whether a minimally invasive 'keyhole' surgery leads to better bone healing and faster recovery than traditional open surgery. Forty patie…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:19 UTC
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Green tea rinse tested to ease pain after Tooth-Saving surgery
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether rinsing with a green tea extract (EGCG) during a tooth-saving procedure called a pulpotomy can help reduce pain and improve success rates. The procedure treats a severe, painful tooth inflammation (irreversible pulpitis) in back teeth. Researchers wi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:14 UTC
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New dental implant material tested to stop jawbone shrinkage
Disease control OngoingThis study aims to see if a newer plastic-like material (PEEK) or the traditional metal (titanium) is better at preventing bone loss around dental implants. It involves 20 patients who have lost all their lower teeth and are getting a fixed implant-supported denture. Researchers …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 19, 2026 14:56 UTC
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Dentists test new tools to build better, Longer-Lasting fillings
Disease control OngoingThis study aims to find the best dental tool for shaping fillings in large, complex cavities in back teeth. Researchers will compare different thin, pre-shaped bands (called matrix systems) that dentists use to mold the filling material. The goal is to see which tool helps create…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 18, 2026 14:41 UTC
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New injection tested for stubborn nail infection
Disease control OngoingThis study aims to find the better treatment for chronic paronychia, a persistent inflammation around the fingernails. It will directly compare a steroid-antifungal injection with a steroid-antifungal cream in the same person's different affected nails. The goal is to see which m…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 12, 2026 13:50 UTC
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New jaw scanner could offer simpler diagnosis for chronic facial pain
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing whether a new jaw motion tracking device can accurately diagnose temporomandibular disorders (TMDs), which cause chronic jaw and facial pain. Researchers will compare the device's results against two standard diagnostic methods: a clinical exam checklist and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New jaw tracker tested against old paper method
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study aims to test a new electronic jaw tracking device to see if it can accurately measure how teeth contact when biting. Researchers will compare its results to the traditional method using articulating paper. The study involves 20 healthy young adults and will test these …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC
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Study asks: can we get knee fracture patients moving sooner?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is comparing two different physical therapy plans for people recovering from a specific type of broken knee bone (tibial plateau fracture) that has been repaired with plates and screws. It will test if starting active knee exercises and putting weight on the leg earlie…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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Shockwave vs. mobilization: which works better for frozen shoulder?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study compares two physical therapy treatments for frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis). Researchers are testing whether Mulligan mobilization or extracorporeal shockwave therapy works better to reduce pain, improve shoulder movement, and help with daily activities. The tri…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Shake or zap? new study tests ways to fight ICU muscle wasting
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing two different physical therapies to help patients who become very weak after a long stay in the intensive care unit (ICU). Sixty patients will be randomly assigned to receive either whole-body vibration therapy or muscle-stimulating electrical pads, in addit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC
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Can special training ease ADHD challenges in kids?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing whether a specific training program can help children with ADHD. The program focuses on linking perception and movement. Researchers want to see if it improves children's thinking skills, physical coordination, and overall quality of life.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC
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New gum surgery aims to stop the 'Rebound' and keep your smile perfect
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is comparing two different gum surgery techniques for people with a 'gummy smile' (excessive gum display). It aims to see if a newer method, called GingivalStat, is better at keeping the gum line stable and preventing it from growing back up after surgery compared to t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC
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Virtual reality could loosen tight hamstrings
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing whether a virtual reality exercise program can help young adults with tight hamstring muscles. Researchers will compare the VR program to standard care to see if it improves leg flexibility, muscle strength, and walking patterns. The goal is to find a more e…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC
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Ice Man's breathing trick tested to help smokers breathe easier during workouts
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing whether adding the Wim Hof breathing method to a short workout helps young, healthy smokers. Researchers want to see if doing the special breathing before and after walking or jogging improves how their heart and lungs perform. They will measure heart rate, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:29 UTC
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Double-Handed relief: new study tests combo therapy for stubborn neck headaches
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing whether combining two specific hands-on physical therapy techniques works better than either one alone for relieving headaches that originate from the neck. Researchers will enroll 57 adults with these types of headaches to see if the combined treatment redu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Zap or jog? new study tests Non-Drug options for prostate problems
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing two non-drug approaches to help older men with an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia). Researchers are comparing pulsed electromagnetic field therapy—a gentle, non-invasive treatment—against a program of regular aerobic exercise. The goal is to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Wii games vs. push training: which helps kids with cerebral palsy balance better?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tested whether playing balance games on a Wii board or doing reactive 'push-and-recover' training works better to improve balance and daily activities in children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy. Sixty children, aged 6-10 with mild symptoms, did one of the two balance a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Can simple back exercises fix your posture and pain?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing whether a specific set of back exercises, called McKenzie exercises, can help improve balance, reduce pain, and increase quality of life for young adults with mechanical back pain caused by sitting for long periods. It involves 40 participants who sit for at…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Which scan makes a denture stick better? a mouth mystery
Symptom relief OngoingThis study aims to find out if scanning the mouth directly (intra-oral) makes a better-fitting upper denture than scanning a traditional mold (extra-oral). Eight patients with no teeth will try both types of dentures to see which one stays in place more securely. The goal is to h…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:20 UTC
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Smart tech fights falls after stroke
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing whether balance training guided by artificial intelligence (AI) can help people who have had a stroke. It focuses on improving posture and pelvic alignment to reduce the risk of falling. The trial involves 38 participants who are at least six months post-str…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:19 UTC
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AI personal trainer takes on neck pain
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tested whether exercises recommended by an AI app work better than standard exercises for people with chronic neck pain and poor posture. It involved 46 adults who were randomly assigned to follow either the AI's personalized exercise plan or a standard set of correcti…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 20, 2026 14:48 UTC
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Elbow pain relief showdown: new training method takes on classic technique
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing which of two physical therapy methods works better for treating tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis). Researchers are comparing Blood Flow Restriction Training (a special exercise technique) with the Mulligan technique (a hands-on joint mobilization method).…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 20, 2026 14:47 UTC
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New training aims to steady steps for MS patients
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing a special walking training program that uses visual guides to help people with multiple sclerosis improve their balance and mobility. Researchers want to see if this training can help reduce the risk of falling. The study involves 40 participants who have MS…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 17, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Mind over matter: can imagining movement heal shoulders after mastectomy?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing whether a technique called 'graded motor imagery' can help women who have shoulder pain and stiffness after breast cancer surgery. It involves 54 women who will either receive standard physical therapy alone or standard therapy plus mental exercises where th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 10, 2026 12:53 UTC
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3D scans aim to create a 'Roadmap' for safer dental implants
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to create detailed maps of the jawbone in the front lower jaw using 3D dental scans. Researchers will analyze scans from 103 people to measure bone thickness and shape. The goal is to provide better information to help dentists plan safer and more predictable imme…
Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:40 UTC
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Researchers survey hundreds to map the hidden toll of Crohn's and colitis
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study aims to understand how inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) like Crohn's and ulcerative colitis affect people's daily lives, well-being, and sense of disability. Researchers will survey 385 adult patients to learn what factors—like symptoms, social support, or personal be…
Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Researchers count ankle injuries in Egypt's soccer stars
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study aims to find out how common ankle instability is among professional Egyptian soccer players. Researchers will survey 300 registered players, aged 8 to 35, to measure the prevalence of this condition. The goal is to gather information to better understand injury risks i…
Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:14 UTC