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This study tested whether automatic 'smart' syringe pumps are safer than manual pumps when nurses need to replace empty medication syringes for critically ill patients. It involved 50 intensive care patients receiving a common blood pressure medication called noradrenaline. Resea…

This study tested whether warming patients more slowly after therapeutic cooling improves recovery from cardiac arrest. Researchers compared two warming speeds in 58 patients who survived a shockable cardiac arrest and were in a coma. They measured levels of an inflammation marke…

This study tested whether using dressings containing honey helps wounds heal faster after surgery to remove a pilonidal cyst. It involved 890 adults who had the surgery and had a clean, non-bleeding wound. Researchers compared the healing time for wounds treated with honey dressi…

This study tested whether a video-assisted device helps doctors insert breathing tubes more successfully on the first attempt in intensive care patients. Researchers compared the video device against the standard tool in 371 critically ill patients who needed breathing assistance…

This study aims to validate a simple scoring system from a standard pre-surgery CT scan to predict which patients are at high risk for a dangerous leak after colon surgery. It involves 615 patients scheduled for a right colectomy. The goal is to give surgeons a tool to identify v…

This study tested new blood markers and calculation tools to help doctors better tell the difference between benign (non-cancerous) and malignant (cancerous) ovarian tumors before surgery. It involved 221 women who were scheduled for surgery to remove an ovarian cyst that was tho…

This study tested a new way to find osteoporosis in women aged 50-80 who were staying in the hospital. Researchers used a short questionnaire to check for risk factors. If risks were found, women were offered a bone density scan and referred to a specialist for treatment if neede…

This study tested if placing a small, soft compress (pad) under the connection point of an IV catheter could prevent painful skin sores in hospitalized children. Nurses compared the standard way of securing the IV tube to using the extra pad. The goal was to see which method bett…

This study tested whether adding hyaluronic acid to a standard steroid injection provides better pain relief for thumb arthritis. Researchers compared the combination treatment against steroid injections alone in 150 adults with persistent thumb pain. The goal was to see if the t…

This study tested whether skipping anesthetic injections around the anus causes more pain after radiofrequency hemorrhoid treatment. Researchers compared pain levels in 134 adults who received either the standard anesthetic injection or no injection during their procedure. The go…

This study tested whether a local anesthetic injection (ropivacaine) could better reduce pain after an episiotomy compared to a placebo injection. It involved 272 women who had a specific type of episiotomy during childbirth. The main goal was to see if the treatment provided bet…

This study tested whether using a local anesthetic called ropivacaine during gallbladder removal surgery helps patients recover faster and go home the same day. Researchers enrolled 120 adults having planned gallbladder surgery to see if ropivacaine reduces post-surgery pain and …

This study tested whether a brief hypnosis session could reduce pain for people getting a common but painful ultrasound-guided injection in the hand. Researchers compared pain levels in 80 adults who either received hypnosis or standard care before the procedure. The goal was to …

This study tested whether applying a cooling cushion during placement of a capsaicin pain patch reduces the burning sensation patients often feel. Researchers compared 100 adults with localized nerve pain who received the standard patch versus those who received the patch with a …

This study compared two different placements of pain-relief catheters after total knee replacement surgery. Researchers wanted to see which catheter position better preserved patients' ability to use their thigh muscles while still providing good pain control. The study involved …

This study aimed to understand if having low red blood cell counts (anemia) shortly after hip fracture surgery affects how well patients aged 75 and older regain their independence. Researchers observed 255 patients to see if those with postoperative anemia were less able to perf…

This study looked at whether a simple blood test for fructosamine could help predict which pregnant women diagnosed with gestational diabetes would need insulin treatment. It involved 200 women to see if this test could be a useful tool for doctors. The goal was to gather knowled…

This study looked at whether testing vitamin D levels when men first enter prison is useful for their health. Researchers compared two groups: one got tested at entry and again six months later, while the other only got tested at six months. The goal was to see if early testing h…

This study tested whether changes in a blood test called ctDNA could predict how well treatment works for metastatic lung cancer. Researchers followed 100 patients to see if blood test results at 3 weeks matched later scan results. The goal was to find a faster way to know if a t…