Cukurova University
Clinical trials sponsored by Cukurova University, explained in plain language.
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Tooth decay showdown: which cleaning method keeps your tooth alive?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at two methods for cleaning deep cavities in permanent teeth: removing all decay or leaving a thin layer near the nerve. Researchers want to see which approach better keeps the tooth nerve healthy and causes less pain after treatment. Fifteen adults with two simi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cukurova University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 06:51 UTC
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Phone calls after Weight-Loss surgery boost healthy habits
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether regular phone counseling can help people who had weight-loss surgery (sleeve gastrectomy) improve their eating habits, exercise attitudes, and medication use. About 80 adults will take part. The goal is to see if this simple support service makes a dif…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cukurova University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:37 UTC
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New training aims to empower colostomy patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a special training program can help people with a permanent colostomy feel more confident in managing their stoma and daily life. Researchers will enroll 70 adults who have had colorectal surgery and now have a permanent colostomy. The goal is to see if t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cukurova University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 07:05 UTC
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New study aims to cut opioid use after gallbladder surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares three ways to manage pain after gallbladder removal surgery: two types of nerve blocks and standard IV pain medicine. The goal is to see which method reduces pain and the need for opioids the most. About 147 adults having planned gallbladder surgery will take …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cukurova University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 06:52 UTC
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Virtual reality offers Drug-Free relief for painful wound dressing changes
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) during dressing changes for pressure sores can lower pain and anxiety and improve patient satisfaction. About 62 adults with pressure sores will be randomly assigned to receive either standard care or VR distraction during dress…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cukurova University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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Dental study seeks best way to stop bleeding and save tooth nerves
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests three different agents (sodium hypochlorite, chlorhexidine, and cold saline) to stop bleeding during a partial pulpotomy, a dental procedure that removes only the top part of the tooth's nerve. The goal is to see which agent leads to less pain and better nerve su…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cukurova University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 05, 2026 11:56 UTC
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Stress ball soothes pain during diabetic wound care, trial hopes
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using a stress ball during wound cleaning (debridement) can lower pain, distress, and improve heart rate and blood pressure in people with diabetic foot ulcers. About 84 adults will be randomly assigned to use a stress ball or receive standard care. The g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cukurova University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 04, 2026 16:29 UTC
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Cheaper, smarter dye use could improve cancer surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the amount and storage of a green dye (indocyanine green) affect its ability to find the first lymph nodes where cancer might spread in people with cervical, endometrial, or vulvar cancer. Researchers will test different doses and storage methods to see wh…
Sponsor: Cukurova University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 07:02 UTC
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3D printers vs. CAD-CAM: which dental filling wins?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares two modern ways to make dental fillings: 3D printing and CAD-CAM. Twelve adults with two damaged teeth will get one type of filling on each tooth. Researchers will check how well the fillings look, function, and affect gum health over two years. The goal is to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cukurova University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 06:47 UTC
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Brain surgery drug interaction under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the drug mannitol changes the amount of propofol (an anesthesia drug) in the blood and urine of patients having brain tumor surgery. Forty adults will take part: half will get mannitol during surgery, and half will not. The goal is to measure propofol leve…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Cukurova University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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HPV education study aims to turn future nurses into vaccine champions
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a personalized education program helps first-year nursing students learn about HPV, change their health beliefs, and increase their intention to get the HPV vaccine. About 88 students will be split into two groups: one receives the tailored education, the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cukurova University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 12, 2026 13:39 UTC